Question 1

What are the specs of the NEWPORT 28?

Accepted Answer

The NEWPORT 28 has the following specifications: 27.74ft LOA, 9.5ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 7,000lb displacement, 3,199.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NEWPORT 28 cost?

Accepted Answer

The NEWPORT 28 has an average asking price of $6,000, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $6,999 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NEWPORT 28 and when was it made?

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Built by Capital Yachts Inc. (USA), designed by C&C Design, first built in 1974, with production ending in 1981, 1,000 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NEWPORT 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NEWPORT 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.88, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the NEWPORT 28?

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The NEWPORT 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.33, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 200, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NEWPORT 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NEWPORT 28 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.3K. 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 NEWPORT 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NEWPORT 28 (27.74ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.74ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,300/year. California: $4,700-$11,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 NEWPORT 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NEWPORT 28 (27.74ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,300/year. California: $4,700-$11,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/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 NEWPORT 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 7 issues reported for the NEWPORT 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, electrical, engine, plumbing, 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 NEWPORT 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NEWPORT 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NEWPORT 28, SailPages.com has compiled 7 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, electrical, engine, plumbing. 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 NEWPORT 28 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 NEWPORT 28?

Accepted Answer

The NEWPORT 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=38ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=32.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 408.8 sq ft. Jib area: 228 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NEWPORT 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NEWPORT 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.74ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.88, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 17.33, average price $6,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.74 ft
LWL	25 ft
Beam	9.5 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	7,000 lb
Ballast	3,199.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	38 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	32.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10.3 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	408.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	228 sq ft
Spinnaker	387.6 sq ft

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