Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAWIND 24?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWIND 24 has the following specifications: 24.25ft LOA, 16ft beam, 3.33ft draft, 2,000lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable, Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a SEAWIND 24 cost?

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The SEAWIND 24 has an average asking price of $16,231, with prices ranging from $14,999 to $19,000 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAWIND 24 and when was it made?

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Built by Seawind Catamarans (AUS) Luger Industries (USA), designed by Scott Jutson, first built in 1982, 350 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SEAWIND 24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWIND 24 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 3.28, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 5.08, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAWIND 24?

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The SEAWIND 24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 34.55, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 71.87, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAWIND 24?

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Annual maintenance for a SEAWIND 24 is estimated at $900 – $2.4K. 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 24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAWIND 24 (24.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $16,231 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.25ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,600/year. California: $4,100-$10,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,500/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,600/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K 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 24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAWIND 24 (24.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,600/year. California: $4,100-$10,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,500/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,600/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,300/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 SEAWIND 24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the SEAWIND 24 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, hull, 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 24.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAWIND 24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAWIND 24, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, hull. 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 24 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 24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWIND 24 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 3.28, capsize ratio 5.08, SA/disp 34.55, average price $16,231. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.25 ft
LWL	23.16 ft
Beam	16 ft
Draft	3.33 ft/ 1 ft min
Displacement	2,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

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