LA PAZ 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25 ft |
| LWL | 23.33 ft |
| Beam | 8 ft |
| Draft | 2 ft |
| Displacement | 4,600 lb |
| Ballast | 1,399.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
About the LA PAZ 25
The La Paz 25 is a 1973-built coastal cruiser designed by Lyle Hess and constructed by Coastal Recreation Inc. in the USA. With a production run limited to a single year and an unknown total hull count, this vessel represents a specific snapshot of 1970s American boatbuilding.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for protected coastal cruising and weekend sailing, given its 25.0 ft LOA and 2.0 ft max draft which facilitate access to shallow harbors. Its 18.69 comfort ratio suggests it offers a reasonably stable ride for its size, appealing to couples or small families seeking a manageable, low-draft cruiser.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 4600.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.93, the La Paz 25 is not recommended for extended bluewater passages. Its light displacement and 161.72 D/L ratio indicate it is optimized for coastal performance rather than heavy-weather offshore stability.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 25 and the O'Day 25, which share similar dimensions and the same era of production. These vessels are comparable because they all feature masthead sloop rigs and fin keels, targeting the same market of affordable, easy-to-handle coastal cruisers.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the LA PAZ 25 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the LA PAZ 25yet 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.
Own a LA PAZ 25? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
Similar Sailboats
Which engine powers your LA PAZ 25?
We haven't confirmed the engine for this model yet. If you own or know one, tell us — as owners report in, we build an accurate picture over time.
Already know your engine? Search all engines → to find its exact parts.
Used sails that fit the LA PAZ 25
Checking eBay for sails sized to this boat's rig…