Question 1

What are the specs of the PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

The PRETORIEN 35 has the following specifications: 35.43ft LOA, 11.81ft beam, 6ft draft, 13,000lb displacement, 6,613.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PRETORIEN 35 cost?

Accepted Answer

The PRETORIEN 35 has an average asking price of $36,098, with prices ranging from $36,000 to $36,195 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PRETORIEN 35 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Henri Wauquiez (FRA), designed by Holman & Pye, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1987, 212 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the PRETORIEN 35 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PRETORIEN 35 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.53, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.01, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

The PRETORIEN 35 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.89, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 208.01, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PRETORIEN 35 is estimated at $2.0K – $5.3K. 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 PRETORIEN 35 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PRETORIEN 35 (35.43ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.0K – $5.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$600/year (based on $36,098 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 35.43ft boat: Florida: $6,400-$17,000/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$9,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,700/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,700/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,100/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,700/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $27K 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 PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PRETORIEN 35 (35.43ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,400-$17,000/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$9,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,700/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,700/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,100/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,700/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,600/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 PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the PRETORIEN 35 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 PRETORIEN 35.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PRETORIEN 35, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, 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 PRETORIEN 35 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 PRETORIEN 35?

Accepted Answer

The PRETORIEN 35 has the following rig dimensions: I=48.8ft (foretriangle height), J=14.8ft (foretriangle base), P=42.5ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 636.5 sq ft. Jib area: 361.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PRETORIEN 35 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PRETORIEN 35 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 35.43ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.53, capsize ratio 2.01, SA/disp 17.89, average price $36,098. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	35.43 ft
LWL	30.33 ft
Beam	11.81 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	13,000 lb
Ballast	6,613.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	48.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	42.5 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	14.8 ft
Mainsail	636.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	361.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	613.9 sq ft

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	5.1	6.0	6.5	6.8	6.9	7.0	7.1
60°	5.4	6.2	6.6	6.9	7.1	7.2	7.3
75°	5.5	6.3	6.8	7.0	7.2	7.4	7.7
90°	5.4	6.3	6.8	7.1	7.3	7.4	7.8
110°	5.4	6.4	7.0	7.3	7.6	7.9	8.3
120°	5.3	6.3	6.9	7.3	7.6	7.9	8.5
135°	4.8	5.9	6.6	7.0	7.4	7.7	8.4
150°	4.1	5.2	6.1	6.7	7.1	7.4	8.0
Beat VMG	3.3	4.0	4.5	4.8	5.0	5.1	5.2
Run VMG	3.5	4.5	5.3	6.0	6.5	6.9	7.5

PRETORIEN 35

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