Question 1

What are the specs of the OVNI 41?

Accepted Answer

The OVNI 41 has the following specifications: 42.65ft LOA, 14.11ft beam, 8.2ft draft, 18,739lb displacement, 7,937.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the OVNI 41 and when was it made?

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Built by Chantiers Alubat (FRA), designed by Philippe Briand, first built in 1986, with production ending in 1991.

Question 3

Is the OVNI 41 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OVNI 41 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.4, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.13, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the OVNI 41?

Accepted Answer

The OVNI 41 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.07, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 216.84, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a OVNI 41?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OVNI 41 is estimated at $2.9K – $7.8K. 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 OVNI 41 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OVNI 41 (42.65ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.9K – $7.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42.65ft boat: Florida: $7,700-$20,500/year. California: $7,200-$17,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,400-$11,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,400-$14,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,200/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,200/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,300/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,200/year. South Carolina: $6,700-$12,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $35K 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 OVNI 41?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OVNI 41 (42.65ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,700-$20,500/year. California: $7,200-$17,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,400-$11,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,400-$14,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,200/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,200/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,300/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,200/year. South Carolina: $6,700-$12,800/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 OVNI 41?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OVNI 41 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 OVNI 41.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a OVNI 41?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OVNI 41, 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 OVNI 41 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 OVNI 41 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OVNI 41 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42.65ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.4, capsize ratio 2.13, SA/disp 21.07. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42.65 ft
LWL	33.79 ft
Beam	14.11 ft
Draft	8.2 ft/ 2.62 ft min
Displacement	18,739 lb
Ballast	7,937.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

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