Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 323?

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The PEARSON 323 has the following specifications: 32.25ft LOA, 10ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 12,800lb displacement, 4,500.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 323 cost?

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The PEARSON 323 has an average asking price of $21,756, with prices ranging from $8,000 to $39,500 based on 25 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 323 and when was it made?

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Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1976, with production ending in 1983.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 323 good for offshore sailing?

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The PEARSON 323 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 31.84, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.71, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 323?

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The PEARSON 323 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 274.77, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 323?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 323 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.5K. 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 323 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 323 (32.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $21,756 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.25ft boat: Florida: $5,800-$15,500/year. California: $5,400-$13,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,300/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,000/year. Texas: $2,300-$7,000/year. Washington: $4,600-$10,100/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,000/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,700/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 323?

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Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 323 (32.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,800-$15,500/year. California: $5,400-$13,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,300/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,000/year. Texas: $2,300-$7,000/year. Washington: $4,600-$10,100/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,000/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,700/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 323?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 323 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, hull, 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 323.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 323?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 323, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine, hull. 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 323 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 323?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 323 has the following rig dimensions: I=41ft (foretriangle height), J=13.83ft (foretriangle base), P=36ft (mainsail luff), E=10.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 492.5 sq ft. Jib area: 283.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 323 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 323 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 31.84, capsize ratio 1.71, SA/disp 14, average price $21,756. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.25 ft
LWL	27.5 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	12,800 lb
Ballast	4,500.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	41 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.83 ft
Pmainsail luff	36 ft
Emainsail foot	10.75 ft
FLforestay	13.8 ft
Mainsail	492.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	283.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	482 sq ft

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