Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 32?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 32 has the following specifications: 31.75ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 9,400lb displacement, 3,800.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 32 cost?

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The PEARSON 32 has an average asking price of $16,192, with prices ranging from $7,500 to $26,000 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 32 and when was it made?

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Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1982.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 32 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 32 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.46, 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 32?

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The PEARSON 32 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.12, 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 32?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 32 is estimated at $1.6K – $4.4K. 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 PEARSON 32 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 32 (31.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.6K – $4.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $16,192 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31.75ft boat: Florida: $5,700-$15,200/year. California: $5,300-$13,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K 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 32?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 32 (31.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,700-$15,200/year. California: $5,300-$13,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,500/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 32?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the PEARSON 32 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, keel, 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 32.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 32?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 32, SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, keel, 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 32 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 32?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 32 has the following rig dimensions: I=40.9ft (foretriangle height), J=13ft (foretriangle base), P=35.4ft (mainsail luff), E=11.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 491.4 sq ft. Jib area: 265.9 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 32 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 32 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.46, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 17.12, average price $16,192. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31.75 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	40.9 ft
Jforetriangle base	13 ft
Pmainsail luff	35.4 ft
Emainsail foot	11.8 ft
FLforestay	13 ft
Mainsail	491.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	265.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	451.9 sq ft

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