Question 1

What are the specs of the SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 36 has the following specifications: 36ft LOA, 11.25ft beam, 6.33ft draft, 13,200lb displacement, 5,400.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SABRE 36 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 36 has an average asking price of $38,408, with prices ranging from $22,769 to $99,500 based on 9 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SABRE 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sabre Yachts (USA), designed by Roger Hewson/Sabre, first built in 1985, with production ending in 1990, 106 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SABRE 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 36 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.92, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.54, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 233.56, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SABRE 36 is estimated at $2.0K – $5.4K. 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 SABRE 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SABRE 36 (36ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.0K – $5.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $350-$600/year (based on $38,408 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K 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 SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SABRE 36 (36ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/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 SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the SABRE 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, keel, hull, 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 36.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SABRE 36, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck, keel, hull. 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 36 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 SABRE 36?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=47.1ft (foretriangle height), J=14.4ft (foretriangle base), P=41.6ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 631.2 sq ft. Jib area: 339.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SABRE 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 36 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.92, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 17.54, average price $38,408. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36 ft
LWL	29.33 ft
Beam	11.25 ft
Draft	6.33 ft
Displacement	13,200 lb
Ballast	5,400.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	47.1 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.4 ft
Pmainsail luff	41.6 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft
FLforestay	14.4 ft
Mainsail	631.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	339.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	576.5 sq ft

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