Question 1

What are the specs of the JOHNSON 18?

Accepted Answer

The JOHNSON 18 has the following specifications: 18ft LOA, 6.58ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 480lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a JOHNSON 18 cost?

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The JOHNSON 18 has an average asking price of $1,650, with prices ranging from $800 to $2,500 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the JOHNSON 18 and when was it made?

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Built by Johnson Boat Works/Catalina Yachts, designed by Rodger Martin, first built in 1994, 100 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the JOHNSON 18 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The JOHNSON 18 is classified as a Performance Racer.  The capsize screening ratio is 3.36, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the JOHNSON 18?

Accepted Answer

The JOHNSON 18 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 48.35, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a JOHNSON 18?

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Annual maintenance for a JOHNSON 18 is estimated at $400 – $1.1K. 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 JOHNSON 18 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the JOHNSON 18 (18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $1,650 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18ft boat: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $12K 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 JOHNSON 18?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the JOHNSON 18 (18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/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 JOHNSON 18?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 19 issues reported for the JOHNSON 18 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, rudder, structural, safety, deck, 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 JOHNSON 18.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a JOHNSON 18?

Accepted Answer

When buying a JOHNSON 18, SailPages.com has compiled 19 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, rudder, structural, safety, deck, hull. 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 JOHNSON 18 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the JOHNSON 18 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The JOHNSON 18 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18ft LOA, capsize ratio 3.36, SA/disp 48.35, average price $1,650. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18 ft
Beam	6.58 ft
Draft	4.5 ft/ 0.42 ft min
Displacement	480 lb

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