Question 1

What are the specs of the KOLIBRI 560?

Accepted Answer

The KOLIBRI 560 has the following specifications: 18.37ft LOA, 6.89ft beam, 3.28ft draft, 1,653lb displacement, 562lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the KOLIBRI 560 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by van den Brink (NED) / home built, designed by G. Pfeiffer, first built in 1964, with production ending in 2011, 1,000 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the KOLIBRI 560 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The KOLIBRI 560 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 11.49, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.33, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the KOLIBRI 560?

Accepted Answer

The KOLIBRI 560 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.47, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 167.3, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a KOLIBRI 560?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a KOLIBRI 560 is estimated at $400 – $1.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a KOLIBRI 560 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the KOLIBRI 560 (18.37ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18.37ft boat: Florida: $3,300-$8,800/year. California: $3,100-$7,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,100/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,400/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$4,000/year. Texas: $1,300-$4,000/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,700/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,000-$4,000/year. South Carolina: $2,900-$5,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a KOLIBRI 560?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the KOLIBRI 560 (18.37ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,300-$8,800/year. California: $3,100-$7,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,100/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,400/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$4,000/year. Texas: $1,300-$4,000/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,700/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,000-$4,000/year. South Carolina: $2,900-$5,500/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 8

What are the common problems with the KOLIBRI 560?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the KOLIBRI 560 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 KOLIBRI 560.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a KOLIBRI 560?

Accepted Answer

When buying a KOLIBRI 560, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 KOLIBRI 560 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the KOLIBRI 560 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The KOLIBRI 560 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18.37ft LOA, comfort ratio 11.49, capsize ratio 2.33, SA/disp 18.47. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18.37 ft
LWL	16.4 ft
Beam	6.89 ft
Draft	3.28 ft
Displacement	1,653 lb
Ballast	562 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

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