Question 1

What are the specs of the NICHOLSON 36?

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The NICHOLSON 36 has the following specifications: 36.25ft LOA, 9.5ft beam, 5.92ft draft, 16,850lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NICHOLSON 36 cost?

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The NICHOLSON 36 has an average asking price of $34,604, with prices ranging from $27,705 to $47,106 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NICHOLSON 36 and when was it made?

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Built by Camper & Nicholson, designed by Charles A. Nicholson/ Peter Nicholson, first built in 1960, 26 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NICHOLSON 36 good for offshore sailing?

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The NICHOLSON 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 44.65, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.48, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the NICHOLSON 36?

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The NICHOLSON 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.81, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 427.99, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NICHOLSON 36?

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Annual maintenance for a NICHOLSON 36 is estimated at $2.3K – $6.1K. 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 NICHOLSON 36 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the NICHOLSON 36 (36.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.3K – $6.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$550/year (based on $34,604 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.25ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,200/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$10,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K 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 NICHOLSON 36?

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Marina slip costs for the NICHOLSON 36 (36.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,200/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$10,900/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 NICHOLSON 36?

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SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the NICHOLSON 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 NICHOLSON 36.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NICHOLSON 36?

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When buying a NICHOLSON 36, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging. 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 NICHOLSON 36 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 NICHOLSON 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NICHOLSON 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 44.65, capsize ratio 1.48, SA/disp 13.81, average price $34,604. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.25 ft
LWL	26 ft
Beam	9.5 ft
Draft	5.92 ft
Displacement	16,850 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

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