Question 1

What are the specs of the SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 25 has the following specifications: 24.6ft LOA, 9.5ft beam, 4.33ft draft, 4,600lb displacement, 2,200.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEIDELMANN 25 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 25 has an average asking price of $3,829, with prices ranging from $3,000 to $4,875 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEIDELMANN 25 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Seidelmann Yachts (USA), designed by Bob Seidelmann, first built in 1977.

Question 4

Is the SEIDELMANN 25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 25 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 16.58, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.29, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.3, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 256.7, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEIDELMANN 25 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.6K. 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 SEIDELMANN 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEIDELMANN 25 (24.6ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $3,829 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.6ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,700/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/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 SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEIDELMANN 25 (24.6ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,700/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/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 SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SEIDELMANN 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 SEIDELMANN 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEIDELMANN 25, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, 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 SEIDELMANN 25 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 SEIDELMANN 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=31ft (foretriangle height), J=10.92ft (foretriangle base), P=25ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 290.8 sq ft. Jib area: 169.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEIDELMANN 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 25 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.6ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.58, capsize ratio 2.29, SA/disp 16.3, average price $3,829. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.6 ft
LWL	20 ft
Beam	9.5 ft
Draft	4.33 ft
Displacement	4,600 lb
Ballast	2,200.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	31 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.92 ft
Pmainsail luff	25 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	10.9 ft
Mainsail	290.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	169.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	287.7 sq ft

SEIDELMANN 25

Specifications

Hull

Rig & Sails

Performance

Estimated Value

Asking price by model year

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

Unlock the full inspection report

Similar Sailboats

Which engine powers your SEIDELMANN 25?

Used sails that fit the SEIDELMANN 25