Question 1

What are the specs of the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE has the following specifications: 48ft LOA, 14.33ft beam, 6ft draft, 27,000lb displacement, 11,001.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE cost?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE has an average asking price of $156,582, with prices ranging from $79,999 to $200,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Oyster Marine Ltd., designed by Carl Schumacher, first built in 1987, with production ending in 1991.

Question 4

Is the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.64, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.9, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 166.59, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE is estimated at $3.8K – $10K. 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 48 LIGHTWAVE per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE (48ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.8K – $10K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1400-$2500/year (based on $156,582 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 48ft boat: Florida: $8,600-$23,000/year. California: $8,100-$20,200/year. Massachusetts: $6,000-$13,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,000-$16,800/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,400/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,400/year. Washington: $6,900-$15,000/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,400/year. South Carolina: $7,500-$14,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $41K 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 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE (48ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,600-$23,000/year. California: $8,100-$20,200/year. Massachusetts: $6,000-$13,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,000-$16,800/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,400/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,400/year. Washington: $6,900-$15,000/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,400/year. South Carolina: $7,500-$14,400/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 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE 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 OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE, 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 OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE 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 48 LIGHTWAVE?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE has the following rig dimensions: I=62ft (foretriangle height), J=18ft (foretriangle base), P=54.8ft (mainsail luff), E=18.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1099.5 sq ft. Jib area: 558 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 48 LIGHTWAVE is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 48ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.64, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 18.9, average price $156,582. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	48 ft
LWL	41.67 ft
Beam	14.33 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	27,000 lb
Ballast	11,001.1 lb
Material	48’ 1”14.65 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	62 ft
Jforetriangle base	18 ft
Pmainsail luff	54.8 ft
Emainsail foot	18.3 ft
FLforestay	18 ft
Mainsail	1,099.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	558 sq ft
Spinnaker	948.6 sq ft

Cabins	2
Berths	6
Heads	2
Water	126.8 L
Fuel	60 L
CE category	N/A€

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