Question 1

What are the specs of the GRAMPIAN 23?

Accepted Answer

The GRAMPIAN 23 has the following specifications: 23.25ft LOA, 8ft beam, 5.33ft draft, 3,200lb displacement, 1,033lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

How much does a GRAMPIAN 23 cost?

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The GRAMPIAN 23 has an average asking price of $3,550, with prices ranging from $2,600 to $4,500 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the GRAMPIAN 23 and when was it made?

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Built by Grampian Marine Ltd. (CAN), designed by Alex McGruer, first built in 1971, with production ending in 1976, 450 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the GRAMPIAN 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The GRAMPIAN 23 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 14.33, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.17, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the GRAMPIAN 23?

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The GRAMPIAN 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.8, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 155.81, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a GRAMPIAN 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a GRAMPIAN 23 is estimated at $900 – $2.3K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a GRAMPIAN 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the GRAMPIAN 23 (23.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $3,550 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23.25ft boat: Florida: $4,200-$11,200/year. California: $3,900-$9,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,500/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,300/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,600/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$7,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $16K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a GRAMPIAN 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the GRAMPIAN 23 (23.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,200-$11,200/year. California: $3,900-$9,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,500/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,300/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,600/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$7,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the GRAMPIAN 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 13 issues reported for the GRAMPIAN 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, rigging, rudder, structural, hull, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the GRAMPIAN 23.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a GRAMPIAN 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a GRAMPIAN 23, SailPages.com has compiled 13 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, rigging, rudder, structural, hull, keel. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the GRAMPIAN 23 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the GRAMPIAN 23?

Accepted Answer

The GRAMPIAN 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=26.4ft (foretriangle height), J=9.9ft (foretriangle base), P=23.7ft (mainsail luff), E=9.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 249.7 sq ft. Jib area: 130.7 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the GRAMPIAN 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The GRAMPIAN 23 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 14.33, capsize ratio 2.17, SA/disp 17.8, average price $3,550. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23.25 ft
LWL	20.93 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	5.33 ft/ 2.36 ft min
Displacement	3,200 lb
Ballast	1,033 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	26.4 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.9 ft
Pmainsail luff	23.7 ft
Emainsail foot	9.3 ft
FLforestay	9.9 ft
Mainsail	249.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	130.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	222.2 sq ft

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