Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 385?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 385 has the following specifications: 38.25ft LOA, 11.58ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 20,575lb displacement, 9,674.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 385 cost?

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The PEARSON 385 has an average asking price of $39,750, with prices ranging from $19,500 to $60,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 385 and when was it made?

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Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1984, with production ending in 1986.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 385 good for offshore sailing?

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The PEARSON 385 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 37.51, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.69, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 385?

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The PEARSON 385 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.16, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 340.2, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 385?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 385 is estimated at $2.4K – $6.4K. 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 385 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 385 (38.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.4K – $6.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $350-$650/year (based on $39,750 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 38.25ft boat: Florida: $6,900-$18,400/year. California: $6,400-$16,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,400/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,300/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,300/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,300/year. South Carolina: $6,000-$11,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $30K 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 385?

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Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 385 (38.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,900-$18,400/year. California: $6,400-$16,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,400/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,300/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,300/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,300/year. South Carolina: $6,000-$11,500/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 385?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 385 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, structural, keel, rigging, 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 385.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 385?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 385, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, structural, keel, rigging. 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 385 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 385?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 385 has the following rig dimensions: I=43.25ft (foretriangle height), J=16.5ft (foretriangle base), P=35.58ft (mainsail luff), E=14.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 635.4 sq ft. Jib area: 356.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 385 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 385 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 38.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 37.51, capsize ratio 1.69, SA/disp 13.16, average price $39,750. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	38.25 ft
LWL	30 ft
Beam	11.58 ft
Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	20,575 lb
Ballast	9,674.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	43.25 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	35.58 ft
Emainsail foot	14.5 ft
FLforestay	16.5 ft
Mainsail	635.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	356.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	606.6 sq ft

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