Question 1

What are the specs of the OCEAN 60?

Accepted Answer

The OCEAN 60 has the following specifications: 60ft LOA, 15.5ft beam, 7.83ft draft, 62,000lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OCEAN 60 cost?

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The OCEAN 60 has an average asking price of $260,603, with prices ranging from $11 to $650,000 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OCEAN 60 and when was it made?

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Built by Southern Ocean Ltd. (UK), designed by Richard Rascoe, first built in 1981.

Question 4

Is the OCEAN 60 good for offshore sailing?

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The OCEAN 60 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 48.93, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.57, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a OCEAN 60?

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Annual maintenance for a OCEAN 60 is estimated at $7.7K – $21K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a OCEAN 60 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the OCEAN 60 (60ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $7.7K – $21K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $2350-$4150/year (based on $260,603 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 60ft boat: Florida: $10,800-$28,800/year. California: $10,100-$25,200/year. Massachusetts: $7,600-$16,800/year + $2,400 winter storage. New York: $7,600-$21,000/year + $2,400 winter storage. Maryland: $7,200-$13,000/year. Texas: $4,300-$13,000/year. Washington: $8,600-$18,700/year. Michigan: $4,200-$9,200/year + $2,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $6,500-$13,000/year. South Carolina: $9,400-$18,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $14K to $61K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a OCEAN 60?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OCEAN 60 (60ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $10,800-$28,800/year. California: $10,100-$25,200/year. Massachusetts: $7,600-$16,800/year + $2,400 winter storage. New York: $7,600-$21,000/year + $2,400 winter storage. Maryland: $7,200-$13,000/year. Texas: $4,300-$13,000/year. Washington: $8,600-$18,700/year. Michigan: $4,200-$9,200/year + $2,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $6,500-$13,000/year. South Carolina: $9,400-$18,000/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 8

What are the common problems with the OCEAN 60?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OCEAN 60 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 60.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a OCEAN 60?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OCEAN 60, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 60 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the OCEAN 60 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OCEAN 60 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 60ft LOA, comfort ratio 48.93, capsize ratio 1.57, average price $260,603. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	60 ft
LWL	47 ft
Beam	15.5 ft
Draft	7.83 ft
Displacement	62,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.2 kn

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