Question 1

What are the specs of the OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 43 has the following specifications: 43.38ft LOA, 14.08ft beam, 7.3ft draft, 16,600lb displacement, 8,311.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OYSTER 43 cost?

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The OYSTER 43 has an average asking price of $305,491, with prices ranging from $34,500 to $403,702 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OYSTER 43 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Oyster Marine Ltd., designed by Stephen Jones, first built in 1983, with production ending in 1986.

Question 4

Is the OYSTER 43 good for offshore sailing?

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The OYSTER 43 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.58, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.21, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 43 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.67, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 188.55, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OYSTER 43 is estimated at $3.1K – $8.4K. 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 OYSTER 43 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OYSTER 43 (43.38ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.1K – $8.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $2750-$4900/year (based on $305,491 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 43.38ft boat: Florida: $7,800-$20,800/year. California: $7,300-$18,200/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,100/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,200/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,200-$9,400/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,400/year. Washington: $6,200-$13,500/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,400/year. South Carolina: $6,800-$13,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $39K 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 OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OYSTER 43 (43.38ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,800-$20,800/year. California: $7,300-$18,200/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,100/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,200/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,200-$9,400/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,400/year. Washington: $6,200-$13,500/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,400/year. South Carolina: $6,800-$13,000/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 9

What are the common problems with the OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the OYSTER 43 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 OYSTER 43.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OYSTER 43, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging. 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 OYSTER 43 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 OYSTER 43?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 43 has the following rig dimensions: I=56ft (foretriangle height), J=16.09ft (foretriangle base), P=48.75ft (mainsail luff), E=14.17ft (mainsail foot).

Question 12

How does the OYSTER 43 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 43 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 43.38ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.58, capsize ratio 2.21, SA/disp 19.67, average price $305,491. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	43.38 ft
LWL	34 ft
Beam	14.08 ft
Draft	7.3 ft
Displacement	16,600 lb
Ballast	8,311.4 lb
Material	43’ 5”13.22 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	56 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.09 ft
Pmainsail luff	48.75 ft
Emainsail foot	14.17 ft

Cabins	2
Berths	6
Heads	2
CE category	N/A€

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