Question 1

What are the specs of the OHLSON 38?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 38 has the following specifications: 37.06ft LOA, 10.05ft beam, 5.6ft draft, 14,900lb displacement, 6,000.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OHLSON 38 cost?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 38 has an average asking price of $56,333, with prices ranging from $35,000 to $85,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OHLSON 38 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tyler Boat Co. Ltd. (UK) /Malo Yachts, designed by Einar Ohlson, first built in 1969, with production ending in 1980, 129 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the OHLSON 38 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 38 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 35.01, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.64, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the OHLSON 38?

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The OHLSON 38 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.54, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 317.07, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OHLSON 38?

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Annual maintenance for a OHLSON 38 is estimated at $2.3K – $6.2K. 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 OHLSON 38 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OHLSON 38 (37.06ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.3K – $6.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$900/year (based on $56,333 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 37.06ft boat: Florida: $6,700-$17,800/year. California: $6,200-$15,600/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,400/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$13,000/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$8,000/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,000/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,600/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$8,000/year. South Carolina: $5,800-$11,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $29K 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 OHLSON 38?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OHLSON 38 (37.06ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,700-$17,800/year. California: $6,200-$15,600/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,400/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$13,000/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$8,000/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,000/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,600/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$8,000/year. South Carolina: $5,800-$11,100/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 OHLSON 38?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OHLSON 38 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 OHLSON 38.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OHLSON 38?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OHLSON 38, 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 OHLSON 38 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 OHLSON 38?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 38 has the following rig dimensions: I=44.2ft (foretriangle height), J=14.3ft (foretriangle base), P=38.5ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 607.1 sq ft. Jib area: 316 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the OHLSON 38 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 38 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 37.06ft LOA, comfort ratio 35.01, capsize ratio 1.64, SA/disp 15.54, average price $56,333. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	37.06 ft
LWL	27.58 ft
Beam	10.05 ft
Draft	5.6 ft
Displacement	14,900 lb
Ballast	6,000.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	44.2 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	38.5 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
PYmizzen luff	18.04 ft
EYmizzen foot	6.5 ft
FLforestay	14.3 ft
Mainsail	607.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	316 sq ft
Spinnaker	537.3 sq ft

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