Question 1

What are the specs of the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

The OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) has the following specifications: 43.5ft LOA, 13.75ft beam, 5.75ft draft, 29,762lb displacement, 12,125lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK), designed by Ron Holland, first built in 1997, 10 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.71, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.78, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) is estimated at $2.9K – $7.7K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 5

How much does it cost to own a OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) (43.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.9K – $7.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 43.5ft boat: Florida: $7,800-$20,900/year. California: $7,300-$18,300/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,200/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,200/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,200-$9,400/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,400/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,600/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,400/year. South Carolina: $6,800-$13,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $36K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 6

How much does it cost to dock a OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) (43.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,800-$20,900/year. California: $7,300-$18,300/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,200/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,200/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,200-$9,400/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,400/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,600/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,400/year. South Carolina: $6,800-$13,100/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 7

What are the common problems with the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY).

Question 8

What should I look for when buying a OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 9

How does the OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OCEAN 43 (WESTERLY) is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 43.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.71, capsize ratio 1.78. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	43.5 ft
LWL	35.92 ft
Beam	13.75 ft
Draft	5.75 ft
Displacement	29,762 lb
Ballast	12,125 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.0 kn

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