Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 37 has the following specifications: 36.92ft LOA, 11.83ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 12,500lb displacement, 5,400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the PEARSON 37 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1986, 42 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the PEARSON 37 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 37 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.39, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.04, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 37 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.08, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 205.04, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 37 is estimated at $2.2K – $5.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PEARSON 37 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 37 (36.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.92ft boat: Florida: $6,600-$17,700/year. California: $6,200-$15,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$12,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$8,000/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,000/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,500/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$8,000/year. South Carolina: $5,800-$11,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $30K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 37 (36.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,600-$17,700/year. California: $6,200-$15,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$12,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$8,000/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,000/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,500/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$8,000/year. South Carolina: $5,800-$11,100/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 8

What are the common problems with the PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 37 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 37.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 37, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, 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 37 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the PEARSON 37?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 37 has the following rig dimensions: I=48.92ft (foretriangle height), J=14.83ft (foretriangle base), P=42.63ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 662 sq ft. Jib area: 362.7 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the PEARSON 37 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 37 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.39, capsize ratio 2.04, SA/disp 19.08. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.92 ft
LWL	30.08 ft
Beam	11.83 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Shoal Draft	4.90 ft(1.49 m)
Displacement	12,500 lb
Ballast	5,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	48.92 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.83 ft
Pmainsail luff	42.63 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft
FLforestay	14.8 ft
Mainsail	662 sq ft
Jib (100%)	362.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	618.9 sq ft

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