Question 1

What are the specs of the SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

The SCANMAR 33 has the following specifications: 33.17ft LOA, 10.75ft beam, 5.75ft draft, 10,140lb displacement, 3,306.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SCANMAR 33 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SCANMAR 33 has an average asking price of $36,290, with prices ranging from $19,075 to $55,000 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SCANMAR 33 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Börjesson Brothers  (SWE), designed by Rolf Magnusson, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1987, 500 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SCANMAR 33 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SCANMAR 33 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.83, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

The SCANMAR 33 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.96, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 223.71, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SCANMAR 33 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.6K. 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 SCANMAR 33 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SCANMAR 33 (33.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $350-$600/year (based on $36,290 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.17ft boat: Florida: $6,000-$15,900/year. California: $5,600-$13,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,300/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,600/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,200/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,200/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,300/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,200/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $25K 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 SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SCANMAR 33 (33.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,000-$15,900/year. California: $5,600-$13,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,300/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,600/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,200/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,200/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,300/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,200/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,000/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 SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SCANMAR 33 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 SCANMAR 33.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SCANMAR 33, 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 SCANMAR 33 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 SCANMAR 33?

Accepted Answer

The SCANMAR 33 has the following rig dimensions: I=39.37ft (foretriangle height), J=12.47ft (foretriangle base), P=41.17ft (mainsail luff), E=12.14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 515.4 sq ft. Jib area: 245.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SCANMAR 33 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SCANMAR 33 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.83, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 16.96, average price $36,290. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.17 ft
LWL	27.25 ft
Beam	10.75 ft
Draft	5.75 ft
Displacement	10,140 lb
Ballast	3,306.9 lb
Material	32’ 2”9.8 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	39.37 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.47 ft
Pmainsail luff	41.17 ft
Emainsail foot	12.14 ft
FLforestay	12.5 ft
Mainsail	515.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	245.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	417.3 sq ft

Cabins	2
Berths	4
Heads	5
Water	39.6 L
Fuel	11.9 L
CE category	N/A€

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.6	5.5	6.1	6.4	6.6	6.6	6.6
60°	4.9	5.7	6.3	6.6	6.7	6.8	6.9
75°	5.1	6.0	6.5	6.7	6.9	7.1	7.2
90°	5.0	6.0	6.6	6.9	7.0	7.2	7.6
110°	5.1	6.2	6.7	7.0	7.3	7.6	7.9
120°	4.9	6.0	6.6	7.0	7.3	7.6	8.2
135°	4.5	5.4	6.3	6.8	7.1	7.4	8.1
150°	3.8	4.8	5.7	6.4	6.8	7.1	7.7
Beat VMG	3.0	3.6	4.1	4.4	4.5	4.6	4.6
Run VMG	3.3	4.2	4.9	5.6	6.2	6.7	7.3

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