Question 1

What are the specs of the SEA PEARL 21?

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The SEA PEARL 21 has the following specifications: 21ft LOA, 5.5ft beam, 2.5ft draft, 600lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cat Ketch (unstayed). Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a SEA PEARL 21 cost?

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The SEA PEARL 21 has an average asking price of $6,867, with prices ranging from $750 to $11,000 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEA PEARL 21 and when was it made?

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Built by Marine Concepts (USA), designed by L. F. Herreshoff/Ron Johnson, first built in 1982, 415 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SEA PEARL 21 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEA PEARL 21 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 4.88, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.61, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SEA PEARL 21?

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The SEA PEARL 21 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 30.63, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 39.05, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEA PEARL 21?

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Annual maintenance for a SEA PEARL 21 is estimated at $800 – $2.0K. 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 SEA PEARL 21 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SEA PEARL 21 (21ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,867 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 21ft boat: Florida: $3,800-$10,100/year. California: $3,500-$8,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,900/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,400/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,500/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,500/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,600/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $15K 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 SEA PEARL 21?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEA PEARL 21 (21ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,800-$10,100/year. California: $3,500-$8,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,900/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,400/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,500/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,500/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,600/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,300/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 SEA PEARL 21?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SEA PEARL 21 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 SEA PEARL 21.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEA PEARL 21?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEA PEARL 21, SailPages.com has compiled 1 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 SEA PEARL 21 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the SEA PEARL 21 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEA PEARL 21 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 21ft LOA, comfort ratio 4.88, capsize ratio 2.61, SA/disp 30.63, average price $6,867. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	21 ft
LWL	19 ft
Beam	5.5 ft
Draft	2.5 ft/ 0.5 ft min
Displacement	600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

Pmainsail luff	16 ft
Emainsail foot	10 ft

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