Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 31?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 31 has the following specifications: 31ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 9,400lb displacement, 3,800.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 31 cost?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 31 has an average asking price of $15,907, with prices ranging from $4,999 to $28,000 based on 12 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 31 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1981.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 31 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 31 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.65, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 31?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 31 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.8, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 268.57, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 31?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 31 is estimated at $1.6K – $4.2K. 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 31 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 31 (31ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.6K – $4.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $15,907 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31ft boat: Florida: $5,600-$14,900/year. California: $5,200-$13,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,900-$8,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,900-$10,900/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,700/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,700/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,700/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,800/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,700/year. South Carolina: $4,800-$9,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 31?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 31 (31ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,600-$14,900/year. California: $5,200-$13,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,900-$8,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,900-$10,900/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,700/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,700/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,700/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,800/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,700/year. South Carolina: $4,800-$9,300/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 31?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 31 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, structural, keel, plumbing, 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 31.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 31?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 31, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, structural, keel, plumbing. 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 31 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 PEARSON 31?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 31 has the following rig dimensions: I=35ft (foretriangle height), J=11.8ft (foretriangle base), P=39ft (mainsail luff), E=13.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 486.6 sq ft. Jib area: 206.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 31 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 31 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.65, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 16.8, average price $15,907. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31 ft
LWL	25 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	9,400 lb
Ballast	3,800.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	35 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	39 ft
Emainsail foot	13.3 ft
FLforestay	11.8 ft
Mainsail	486.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	206.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	351.1 sq ft

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