Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAWIND 1000?

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The SEAWIND 1000 has the following specifications: 32.81ft LOA, 19.36ft beam, 3.2ft draft, 8,818lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a SEAWIND 1000 cost?

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The SEAWIND 1000 has an average asking price of $131,340, with prices ranging from $76,549 to $347,950 based on 20 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAWIND 1000 and when was it made?

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Built by Seawind Catamarans, designed by Richard Ward, first built in 1994.

Question 4

Is the SEAWIND 1000 good for offshore sailing?

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The SEAWIND 1000 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 3.75, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAWIND 1000?

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The SEAWIND 1000 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.62, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAWIND 1000?

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Annual maintenance for a SEAWIND 1000 is estimated at $1.6K – $4.3K. 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 SEAWIND 1000 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SEAWIND 1000 (32.81ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.6K – $4.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1200-$2100/year (based on $131,340 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.81ft boat: Florida: $5,900-$15,700/year. California: $5,500-$13,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,500/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,100/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,100/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,200/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,100/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 SEAWIND 1000?

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Marina slip costs for the SEAWIND 1000 (32.81ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,900-$15,700/year. California: $5,500-$13,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,500/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,100/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,100/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,200/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,100/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 SEAWIND 1000?

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SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SEAWIND 1000 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 SEAWIND 1000.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAWIND 1000?

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When buying a SEAWIND 1000, SailPages.com has compiled 1 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 SEAWIND 1000 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 SEAWIND 1000 compare to similar sailboats?

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The SEAWIND 1000 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.81ft LOA, capsize ratio 3.75, SA/disp 18.62, average price $131,340. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.81 ft
Beam	19.36 ft
Draft	3.2 ft
Displacement	8,818 lb

Mainsail	484 sq ft
Jib (100%)	50 sq ft

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