Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 30 has the following specifications: 29.96ft LOA, 10ft beam, 4.75ft draft, 8,600lb displacement, 3,450.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEAFARER 30 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 30 has an average asking price of $19,500, with prices ranging from $19,500 to $19,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAFARER 30 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Seafarer Yachts (USA), designed by McCurdy & Rhodes, first built in 1978, with production ending in 1985.

Question 4

Is the SEAFARER 30 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.01, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 30 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.59, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 229.38, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEAFARER 30 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 SEAFARER 30 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAFARER 30 (29.96ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$300/year (based on $19,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.96ft boat: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K 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 SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAFARER 30 (29.96ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/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 SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SEAFARER 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 SEAFARER 30.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAFARER 30, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 SEAFARER 30 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 SEAFARER 30?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 30 has the following rig dimensions: I=39ft (foretriangle height), J=12.58ft (foretriangle base), P=33.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 401.5 sq ft. Jib area: 234.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEAFARER 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.96ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.01, capsize ratio 1.96, SA/disp 18.59, average price $19,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.96 ft
LWL	25.58 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	4.75 ft
Displacement	8,600 lb
Ballast	3,450.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	39 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	33.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10.5 ft
FLforestay	12.6 ft
Mainsail	401.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	234.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	398.3 sq ft

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