Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 390?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 390 has the following specifications: 39ft LOA, 13ft beam, 7.8ft draft, 20,600lb displacement, 7,500.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the PEARSON 390 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1972, with production ending in 1973, 30 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the PEARSON 390 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 390 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 29.65, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.9, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the PEARSON 390?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 390 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.17, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 240.93, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 390?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 390 is estimated at $2.7K – $7.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PEARSON 390 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 390 (39ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.7K – $7.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39ft boat: Florida: $7,000-$18,700/year. California: $6,600-$16,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,900-$10,900/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $4,900-$13,700/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,400/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,400/year. Washington: $5,600-$12,200/year. Michigan: $2,700-$6,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,200-$8,400/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $33K 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 390?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 390 (39ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,000-$18,700/year. California: $6,600-$16,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,900-$10,900/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $4,900-$13,700/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,400/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,400/year. Washington: $5,600-$12,200/year. Michigan: $2,700-$6,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,200-$8,400/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,700/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 8

What are the common problems with the PEARSON 390?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 390 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, engine, 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 390.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 390?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 390, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, engine, 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 390 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 390?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 390 has the following rig dimensions: I=46.7ft (foretriangle height), J=15.6ft (foretriangle base), P=41ft (mainsail luff), E=15ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 696.4 sq ft. Jib area: 364.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the PEARSON 390 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 390 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39ft LOA, comfort ratio 29.65, capsize ratio 1.9, SA/disp 14.17. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39 ft
LWL	33.67 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	7.8 ft/ 4.25 ft min
Displacement	20,600 lb
Ballast	7,500.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	46.7 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	41 ft
Emainsail foot	15 ft
FLforestay	15.6 ft
Mainsail	696.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	364.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	619.2 sq ft

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