IMPALA 35 (S&S)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.28 ft |
| LWL | 25.6 ft |
| Beam | 10.1 ft |
| Draft | 6 ft |
| Displacement | 13,977 lb |
| Ballast | 5,709.6 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 44 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.71 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.04 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.99 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 533.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 301.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 512.8 sq ft |
About the IMPALA 35 (S&S)
Similar to the S&S 34 and the SAGITTA 35. (S&S #2008)
The Impala 35 is a classic Sparkman & Stephens design built by Niccolò Puccinelli in Italy, with production records indicating a build year of 1969. As a heavy-displacement cruiser with a displacement of 13977.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 35.19, it embodies the robust, seakindly characteristics typical of late-1960s offshore designs.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for moderate offshore passages, rather than high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.68 and a displacement of 13977.0 lb, the Impala 35 demonstrates strong inherent stability and offshore suitability, though its age requires careful verification of structural integrity.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 35 and O'Day 35, which share similar displacement and era-specific cruising priorities, though the Impala's Italian construction and S&S pedigree offer a distinct build quality and hull form.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| 60° | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| 75° | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 |
| 90° | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| 110° | 5.0 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 |
| 120° | 4.9 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.1 |
| 135° | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 8.2 |
| 150° | 3.9 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.3 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.28ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the IMPALA 35 (S&S)yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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