Question 1

What are the specs of the OYSTER 655?

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The OYSTER 655 has the following specifications: 65.48ft LOA, 18.44ft beam, 9.68ft draft, 85,979lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OYSTER 655 cost?

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The OYSTER 655 has an average asking price of $1,183,816, with prices ranging from $1,075,000 to $1,292,631 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OYSTER 655 and when was it made?

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Built by Oyster Marine Ltd. (UK), designed by Rob Humphreys, first built in 2009.

Question 4

Is the OYSTER 655 good for offshore sailing?

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The OYSTER 655 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 44.13, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.68, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the OYSTER 655?

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The OYSTER 655 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.46, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 171.71, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OYSTER 655?

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Annual maintenance for a OYSTER 655 is estimated at $6.4K – $17K. 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 655 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the OYSTER 655 (65.48ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $6.4K – $17K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $10650-$18950/year (based on $1,183,816 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 65.48ft boat: Florida: $11,800-$31,400/year. California: $11,000-$27,500/year. Massachusetts: $8,300-$18,300/year + $2,600 winter storage. New York: $8,300-$22,900/year + $2,600 winter storage. Maryland: $7,900-$14,100/year. Texas: $4,700-$14,100/year. Washington: $9,400-$20,400/year. Michigan: $4,600-$10,100/year + $2,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $7,100-$14,100/year. South Carolina: $10,200-$19,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $22K to $75K 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 655?

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Marina slip costs for the OYSTER 655 (65.48ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $11,800-$31,400/year. California: $11,000-$27,500/year. Massachusetts: $8,300-$18,300/year + $2,600 winter storage. New York: $8,300-$22,900/year + $2,600 winter storage. Maryland: $7,900-$14,100/year. Texas: $4,700-$14,100/year. Washington: $9,400-$20,400/year. Michigan: $4,600-$10,100/year + $2,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $7,100-$14,100/year. South Carolina: $10,200-$19,600/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 655?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 8 issues reported for the OYSTER 655 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, hull, structural, deck, keel, 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 655.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OYSTER 655?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OYSTER 655, SailPages.com has compiled 8 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, hull, structural, deck, keel. 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 655 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the OYSTER 655 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OYSTER 655 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 65.48ft LOA, comfort ratio 44.13, capsize ratio 1.68, SA/disp 21.46, average price $1,183,816. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	65.48 ft
LWL	60.69 ft
Beam	18.44 ft
Draft	9.68 ft
Displacement	85,979 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	10.4 kn

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