Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAFARER 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 34 has the following specifications: 33.75ft LOA, 10ft beam, 5.25ft draft, 11,700lb displacement, 4,759.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEAFARER 34 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 34 has an average asking price of $14,250, with prices ranging from $12,000 to $16,500 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAFARER 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Seafarer Yachts (USA), designed by McCurdy & Rhodes, first built in 1972.

Question 4

Is the SEAFARER 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 30.1, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.77, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAFARER 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.48, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 315, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAFARER 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEAFARER 34 is estimated at $2.0K – $5.2K. 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 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAFARER 34 (33.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.0K – $5.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $14,250 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.75ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $26K 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 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAFARER 34 (33.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,100/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 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SEAFARER 34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, 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 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAFARER 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAFARER 34, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. 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 34 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 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=40.5ft (foretriangle height), J=13.5ft (foretriangle base), P=34.75ft (mainsail luff), E=12.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 514.1 sq ft. Jib area: 276.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEAFARER 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 30.1, capsize ratio 1.77, SA/disp 15.48, average price $14,250. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.75 ft
LWL	25.5 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	5.25 ft
Displacement	11,700 lb
Ballast	4,759.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	40.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	34.75 ft
Emainsail foot	12.5 ft
PYmizzen luff	16.5 ft
EYmizzen foot	6.25 ft
FLforestay	13.5 ft
Mainsail	514.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	276.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	470.5 sq ft

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