INTREPID 28
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28 ft |
| LWL | 24.5 ft |
| Beam | 9.5 ft |
| Draft | 4.82 ft |
| Displacement | 7,500 lb |
| Ballast | 3,099.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 36 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.92 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 30.92 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.9 ft |
| Mainsail | 389.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 214.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 364.8 sq ft |
About the INTREPID 28
Based on the GRAMPIAN 28 originally built in Canda. AKA INTREPID 9M. Intrepid Yachts was a division of Cape Dory Yachts.
The Intrepid 28 is a rare, single-year production vessel designed by Rolf van der Sleen and built by Interpid Yachts in 1979, with only 10 hulls constructed. Its scarcity and specific build count make it a unique collector's item rather than a mass-market cruiser.
- Best for:
- This boat suits owners seeking a rare, lightweight coastal cruiser with a masthead sloop rig, particularly those interested in a vessel with a low production run of 10 hulls.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 7500.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.94, the Intrepid 28 is primarily suited for coastal cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s 28-foot fin-keel sloops with similar displacement (7500.0 lb), such as the Cal 2-28 or O'Day 28, though the Intrepid's extremely low build count of 10 makes it distinct from these more common models.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 1 systems for the INTREPID 28, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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