Question 1

What are the specs of the O'DAY 32?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 32 has the following specifications: 31.58ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 7.08ft draft, 11,000lb displacement, 3,529.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a O'DAY 32 cost?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 32 has an average asking price of $21,950, with prices ranging from $19,900 to $24,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the O'DAY 32 and when was it made?

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Built by O'Day Corp. (USA), designed by C. Raymond Hunt Associates, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1979, 143 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the O'DAY 32 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 32 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.96, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.89, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the O'DAY 32?

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The O'DAY 32 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.26, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 241.62, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a O'DAY 32?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a O'DAY 32 is estimated at $1.6K – $4.4K. 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 O'DAY 32 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the O'DAY 32 (31.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.6K – $4.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $21,950 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31.58ft boat: Florida: $5,700-$15,200/year. California: $5,300-$13,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,800/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,800/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,800/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K 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 O'DAY 32?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the O'DAY 32 (31.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,700-$15,200/year. California: $5,300-$13,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,800/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,800/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,800/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,500/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 O'DAY 32?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the O'DAY 32 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, keel, plumbing, 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 O'DAY 32.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a O'DAY 32?

Accepted Answer

When buying a O'DAY 32, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, keel, 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 O'DAY 32 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the O'DAY 32?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 32 has the following rig dimensions: I=39ft (foretriangle height), J=12.75ft (foretriangle base), P=34ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 487.3 sq ft. Jib area: 248.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the O'DAY 32 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 32 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.96, capsize ratio 1.89, SA/disp 15.26, average price $21,950. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31.58 ft
LWL	27.29 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	7.08 ft/ 3.33 ft min
Displacement	11,000 lb
Ballast	3,529.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	39 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	34 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft
FLforestay	12.8 ft
Mainsail	487.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	248.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	422.7 sq ft

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