Question 1

What are the specs of the OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) has the following specifications: 50.25ft LOA, 15.58ft beam, 6ft draft, 30,700lb displacement, 10,800.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) cost?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) has an average asking price of $104,361, with prices ranging from $104,361 to $104,361 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Beneteau (FRA), designed by Briand, first built in 1988.

Question 4

Is the OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.5, 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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.27, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 155.53, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) is estimated at $4.3K – $11K. 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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) (50.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.3K – $11K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $950-$1650/year (based on $104,361 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 50.25ft boat: Florida: $9,000-$24,100/year. California: $8,400-$21,100/year. Massachusetts: $6,300-$14,100/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,300-$17,600/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,000-$10,900/year. Texas: $3,600-$10,900/year. Washington: $7,200-$15,700/year. Michigan: $3,500-$7,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,400-$10,900/year. South Carolina: $7,800-$15,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $43K 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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) (50.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,000-$24,100/year. California: $8,400-$21,100/year. Massachusetts: $6,300-$14,100/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,300-$17,600/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,000-$10,900/year. Texas: $3,600-$10,900/year. Washington: $7,200-$15,700/year. Michigan: $3,500-$7,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,400-$10,900/year. South Carolina: $7,800-$15,100/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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, electrical, 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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, electrical. 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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) 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 OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 50.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.5, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 18.27, average price $104,361. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	50.25 ft
LWL	44.5 ft
Beam	15.58 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	30,700 lb
Ballast	10,800.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.9 kn

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	5.4	6.5	7.3	7.8	8.1	8.2	8.3
60°	5.8	7.0	7.8	8.2	8.4	8.5	8.6
75°	6.3	7.5	8.1	8.5	8.7	8.9	9.1
90°	6.3	7.5	8.2	8.5	8.8	9.0	9.5
110°	5.7	6.8	7.7	8.3	8.6	8.9	9.5
120°	5.2	6.4	7.4	8.0	8.4	8.8	9.4
135°	4.4	5.6	6.6	7.4	8.1	8.4	9.0
150°	3.7	4.7	5.7	6.6	7.3	8.0	8.7
Beat VMG	3.4	4.2	4.7	5.1	5.4	5.5	5.7
Run VMG	3.2	4.1	5.0	5.9	6.6	7.4	8.3

OCEANIS 500 (BENETEAU)

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