Question 1

What are the specs of the IRWIN 32.5?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 32.5 has the following specifications: 32.5ft LOA, 10ft beam, 3.92ft draft, 13,000lb displacement, 4,000.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a IRWIN 32.5 cost?

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The IRWIN 32.5 has an average asking price of $34,833, with prices ranging from $20,000 to $59,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the IRWIN 32.5 and when was it made?

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Built by Irwin Yacht & Marine Corp. (USA), designed by Ted Irwin, first built in 1972.

Question 4

Is the IRWIN 32.5 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 32.5 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.47, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.7, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the IRWIN 32.5?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 32.5 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.42, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 330.2, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a IRWIN 32.5?

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Annual maintenance for a IRWIN 32.5 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.8K. 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 IRWIN 32.5 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the IRWIN 32.5 (32.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$550/year (based on $34,833 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.5ft boat: Florida: $5,900-$15,600/year. California: $5,500-$13,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,000/year. Texas: $2,300-$7,000/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,100/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,000/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $25K 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 IRWIN 32.5?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the IRWIN 32.5 (32.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,900-$15,600/year. California: $5,500-$13,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,000/year. Texas: $2,300-$7,000/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,100/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,000/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 IRWIN 32.5?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 11 issues reported for the IRWIN 32.5 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, engine, deck, keel, 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 IRWIN 32.5.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a IRWIN 32.5?

Accepted Answer

When buying a IRWIN 32.5, SailPages.com has compiled 11 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging, engine, deck, 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 IRWIN 32.5 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 IRWIN 32.5?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 32.5 has the following rig dimensions: I=39ft (foretriangle height), J=13ft (foretriangle base), P=32ft (mainsail luff), E=11.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 478.1 sq ft. Jib area: 253.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the IRWIN 32.5 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 32.5 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.47, capsize ratio 1.7, SA/disp 13.42, average price $34,833. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.5 ft
LWL	26 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	3.92 ft
Displacement	13,000 lb
Ballast	4,000.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	39 ft
Jforetriangle base	13 ft
Pmainsail luff	32 ft
Emainsail foot	11.75 ft
PYmizzen luff	18.5 ft
EYmizzen foot	7.75 ft
FLforestay	13 ft
Mainsail	478.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	253.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	431 sq ft

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