Question 1

What are the specs of the NACRA 5.8?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 5.8 has the following specifications: 19ft LOA, 8ft beam, 3.18ft draft, 390lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Variable, Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a NACRA 5.8 cost?

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The NACRA 5.8 has an average asking price of $5,333, with prices ranging from $2,000 to $9,999 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NACRA 5.8 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Nacra (USA), designed by Roy Seaman, first built in 1982.

Question 4

Is the NACRA 5.8 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 5.8 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 4.38, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the NACRA 5.8?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 5.8 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 72.32, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NACRA 5.8?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NACRA 5.8 is estimated at $500 – $1.4K. 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 NACRA 5.8 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NACRA 5.8 (19ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $5,333 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19ft boat: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 NACRA 5.8?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NACRA 5.8 (19ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/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 NACRA 5.8?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the NACRA 5.8 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 NACRA 5.8.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NACRA 5.8?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NACRA 5.8, 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 NACRA 5.8 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 NACRA 5.8 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 5.8 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19ft LOA, capsize ratio 4.38, SA/disp 72.32, average price $5,333. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	3.18 ft/ 0.42 ft min
Displacement	390 lb

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