Question 1

What are the specs of the SHANNON 39?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 39 has the following specifications: 41.58ft LOA, 12ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 18,700lb displacement, 6,900.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SHANNON 39 cost?

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The SHANNON 39 has an average asking price of $175,000, with prices ranging from $175,000 to $175,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SHANNON 39 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Shannon Yachts (USA), designed by Walter Schulz & Assoc., first built in 1994.

Question 4

Is the SHANNON 39 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 39 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 29.78, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.81, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SHANNON 39?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 39 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.12, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 235.93, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SHANNON 39?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SHANNON 39 is estimated at $3.1K – $8.2K. 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 SHANNON 39 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SHANNON 39 (41.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.1K – $8.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1550-$2800/year (based on $175,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 41.58ft boat: Florida: $7,500-$20,000/year. California: $7,000-$17,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,200-$11,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,200-$14,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,000/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,000/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,000/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,400/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,000/year. South Carolina: $6,500-$12,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $36K 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 SHANNON 39?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SHANNON 39 (41.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,500-$20,000/year. California: $7,000-$17,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,200-$11,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,200-$14,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,000/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,000/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,000/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,400/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,000/year. South Carolina: $6,500-$12,500/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 SHANNON 39?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SHANNON 39 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 SHANNON 39.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SHANNON 39?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SHANNON 39, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. 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 SHANNON 39 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 SHANNON 39 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 39 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 41.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 29.78, capsize ratio 1.81, SA/disp 17.12, average price $175,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	41.58 ft
LWL	32.83 ft
Beam	12 ft
Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	18,700 lb
Ballast	6,900.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.7 kn

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