Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 33-2?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 33-2 has the following specifications: 32.5ft LOA, 11ft beam, 5.92ft draft, 11,000lb displacement, 3,999.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 33-2 cost?

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The PEARSON 33-2 has an average asking price of $25,274, with prices ranging from $13,000 to $37,000 based on 13 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 33-2 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by Bill Shaw, first built in 1985, with production ending in 1995.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 33-2 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 33-2 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 24.79, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.98, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 33-2?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 33-2 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.72, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 271.49, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 33-2?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 33-2 is estimated at $1.6K – $4.1K. 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 33-2 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 33-2 (32.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.6K – $4.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $250-$400/year (based on $25,274 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.5ft boat: Florida: $5,900-$15,600/year. California: $5,500-$13,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,000/year. Texas: $2,300-$7,000/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,100/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,000/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 33-2?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 33-2 (32.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,900-$15,600/year. California: $5,500-$13,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,000/year. Texas: $2,300-$7,000/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,100/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,000/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 33-2?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 31 issues reported for the PEARSON 33-2 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, rudder, rigging, structural, engine, 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 33-2.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 33-2?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 33-2, SailPages.com has compiled 31 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, rudder, rigging, structural, engine, 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 33-2 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 33-2?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 33-2 has the following rig dimensions: I=43.5ft (foretriangle height), J=12.9ft (foretriangle base), P=37.8ft (mainsail luff), E=12.1ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 527.6 sq ft. Jib area: 280.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 33-2 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 33-2 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 24.79, capsize ratio 1.98, SA/disp 16.72, average price $25,274. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.5 ft
LWL	26.25 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	5.92 ft
Displacement	11,000 lb
Ballast	3,999.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	43.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.9 ft
Pmainsail luff	37.8 ft
Emainsail foot	12.1 ft
FLforestay	12.9 ft
Mainsail	527.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	280.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	477 sq ft

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