Question 1

What are the specs of the SABRE 425?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 425 has the following specifications: 42.42ft LOA, 12.83ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 19,200lb displacement, 8,200.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SABRE 425 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 425 has an average asking price of $74,831, with prices ranging from $66,355 to $89,000 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SABRE 425 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sabre Yachts (USA), designed by Roger Hewson, first built in 1990, with production ending in 1996, 28 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SABRE 425 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 425 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.81, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.92, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SABRE 425?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 425 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.16, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 205.68, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SABRE 425?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SABRE 425 is estimated at $2.8K – $7.4K. 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 425 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SABRE 425 (42.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.8K – $7.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $650-$1200/year (based on $74,831 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42.42ft boat: Florida: $7,600-$20,400/year. California: $7,100-$17,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,200/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,200/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,200/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,200/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $34K 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 425?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SABRE 425 (42.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,600-$20,400/year. California: $7,100-$17,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,200/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,200/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,200/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,200/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,700/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 9

What are the common problems with the SABRE 425?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SABRE 425 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 425.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SABRE 425?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SABRE 425, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 425 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 425?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 425 has the following rig dimensions: I=52.25ft (foretriangle height), J=14.83ft (foretriangle base), P=45.83ft (mainsail luff), E=16.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 795.8 sq ft. Jib area: 387.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SABRE 425 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 425 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.81, capsize ratio 1.92, SA/disp 17.16, average price $74,831. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42.42 ft
LWL	34.67 ft
Beam	12.83 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	19,200 lb
Ballast	8,200.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	52.25 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.83 ft
Pmainsail luff	45.83 ft
Emainsail foot	16.5 ft
FLforestay	14.8 ft
Mainsail	795.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	387.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	658.6 sq ft

SABRE 425

Specifications

Hull

Rig & Sails

About the SABRE 425

Performance

Market Price

Asking price by model year

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

Unlock the full inspection report

Similar Sailboats

Which engine powers your SABRE 425?

Used sails that fit the SABRE 425