Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 23C?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23C has the following specifications: 23ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4ft draft, 3,000lb displacement, 1,200lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cat (unstayed). Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 23C cost?

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The PEARSON 23C has an average asking price of $6,650, with prices ranging from $4,800 to $8,500 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 23C and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1983, with production ending in 1985.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 23C good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23C is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 13.9, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.22, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 23C?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23C has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.19, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 167.41, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 23C?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 23C is estimated at $800 – $2.1K. 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 PEARSON 23C per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 23C (23ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,650 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $16K 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 PEARSON 23C?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 23C (23ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/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 PEARSON 23C?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PEARSON 23C by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, electrical, 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 PEARSON 23C.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 23C?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 23C, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, electrical. 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 PEARSON 23C 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 PEARSON 23C compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23C is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23ft LOA, comfort ratio 13.9, capsize ratio 2.22, SA/disp 16.19, average price $6,650. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23 ft
LWL	20 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	3,000 lb
Ballast	1,200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Pmainsail luff	30 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
Mainsail	226.8 sq ft

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