Question 1

What are the specs of the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) has the following specifications: 32.17ft LOA, 10.33ft beam, 5.58ft draft, 10,500lb displacement, 4,100.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sabre Yachts (USA), first built in 1984, with production ending in 1987.

Question 3

Is the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.87, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.89, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.07, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 261.54, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

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Annual maintenance for a SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) is estimated at $1.6K – $4.3K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) (32.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.6K – $4.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.17ft boat: Florida: $5,800-$15,400/year. California: $5,400-$13,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,300/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$10,000/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $26K 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 SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) (32.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,800-$15,400/year. California: $5,400-$13,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,300/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$10,000/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,700/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 SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN), SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) 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 SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN)?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) has the following rig dimensions: I=42.1ft (foretriangle height), J=13.3ft (foretriangle base), P=37ft (mainsail luff), E=10.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 495.8 sq ft. Jib area: 280 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 32 (TRI-CABIN) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.87, capsize ratio 1.89, SA/disp 16.07. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.17 ft
LWL	26.17 ft
Beam	10.33 ft
Draft	5.58 ft
Displacement	10,500 lb
Ballast	4,100.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	42.1 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	37 ft
Emainsail foot	10.8 ft
FLforestay	13.3 ft
Mainsail	495.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	280 sq ft
Spinnaker	475.9 sq ft

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