Question 1

What are the specs of the SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

The SONATA 6 has the following specifications: 20.18ft LOA, 6.8ft beam, 4.49ft draft, 2,006lb displacement, 500.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

How much does a SONATA 6 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SONATA 6 has an average asking price of $3,800, with prices ranging from $2,018 to $5,215 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SONATA 6 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sonata Yachts (AUS), designed by Jim Voysey, first built in 1976, 166 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SONATA 6 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SONATA 6 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 13.21, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.16, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

The SONATA 6 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.75, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 169.41, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SONATA 6 is estimated at $600 – $1.7K. 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 SONATA 6 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SONATA 6 (20.18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $3,800 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 20.18ft boat: Florida: $3,600-$9,700/year. California: $3,400-$8,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,700/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$7,100/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,400/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,400/year. Washington: $2,900-$6,300/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,100/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,200-$4,400/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$6,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K 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 SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SONATA 6 (20.18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,600-$9,700/year. California: $3,400-$8,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,700/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$7,100/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,400/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,400/year. Washington: $2,900-$6,300/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,100/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,200-$4,400/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$6,100/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 SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SONATA 6 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 SONATA 6.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SONATA 6, SailPages.com has compiled 1 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 SONATA 6 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 SONATA 6?

Accepted Answer

The SONATA 6 has the following rig dimensions: I=23.6ft (foretriangle height), J=8.3ft (foretriangle base), P=19.49ft (mainsail luff), E=8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 182.1 sq ft. Jib area: 97.9 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SONATA 6 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SONATA 6 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 20.18ft LOA, comfort ratio 13.21, capsize ratio 2.16, SA/disp 17.75, average price $3,800. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	20.18 ft
LWL	17.42 ft
Beam	6.8 ft
Draft	4.49 ft/ 0.79 ft min
Displacement	2,006 lb
Ballast	500.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	23.6 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	19.49 ft
Emainsail foot	8 ft
FLforestay	8.3 ft
Mainsail	182.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	97.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	166.5 sq ft

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