Question 1

What are the specs of the NONSUCH 30?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 30 has the following specifications: 30.33ft LOA, 11.92ft beam, 5ft draft, 10,500lb displacement, 4,500.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cat (unstayed). Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NONSUCH 30 cost?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 30 has an average asking price of $39,900, with prices ranging from $39,900 to $39,900 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NONSUCH 30 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. (CAN), designed by Mark Ellis Design/Gordon Fisher, first built in 1978, with production ending in 1989, 1,080 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NONSUCH 30 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 30 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.47, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.18, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the NONSUCH 30?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 30 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.08, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 197.25, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NONSUCH 30?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NONSUCH 30 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 NONSUCH 30 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NONSUCH 30 (30.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $350-$650/year (based on $39,900 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30.33ft boat: Florida: $5,500-$14,600/year. California: $5,100-$12,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 NONSUCH 30?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NONSUCH 30 (30.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,500-$14,600/year. California: $5,100-$12,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/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 NONSUCH 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 9 issues reported for the NONSUCH 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, deck, rigging, structural, sails, 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 NONSUCH 30.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NONSUCH 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NONSUCH 30, SailPages.com has compiled 9 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, deck, rigging, structural, sails, 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 NONSUCH 30 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 NONSUCH 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 30 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30.33ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.47, capsize ratio 2.18, SA/disp 18.08, average price $39,900. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30.33 ft
LWL	28.75 ft
Beam	11.92 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	10,500 lb
Ballast	4,500.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Pmainsail luff	45 ft
Emainsail foot	24 ft
Mainsail	583.2 sq ft

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