Question 1

What are the specs of the SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

The SONIC 23 has the following specifications: 23ft LOA, 7.58ft beam, 3.75ft draft, 3,400lb displacement, 1,500.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SONIC 23 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SONIC 23 has an average asking price of $4,650, with prices ranging from $4,000 to $5,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SONIC 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sonic Sailboats Ltd. (CAN), designed by Joseph D'Alessio, first built in 1981.

Question 4

Is the SONIC 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SONIC 23 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 16.92, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.02, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

The SONIC 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.17, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 189.73, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SONIC 23 is estimated at $800 – $2.2K. 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 SONIC 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SONIC 23 (23ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $4,650 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $16K 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 SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SONIC 23 (23ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/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 SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SONIC 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 SONIC 23.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SONIC 23, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 SONIC 23 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 SONIC 23?

Accepted Answer

The SONIC 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=27ft (foretriangle height), J=10ft (foretriangle base), P=23ft (mainsail luff), E=9.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 250.5 sq ft. Jib area: 135 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SONIC 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SONIC 23 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.92, capsize ratio 2.02, SA/disp 17.17, average price $4,650. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23 ft
LWL	20 ft
Beam	7.58 ft
Draft	3.75 ft
Displacement	3,400 lb
Ballast	1,500.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	27 ft
Jforetriangle base	10 ft
Pmainsail luff	23 ft
Emainsail foot	9.3 ft
FLforestay	10 ft
Mainsail	250.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	135 sq ft
Spinnaker	229.5 sq ft

SONIC 23

Specifications

Hull

Rig & Sails

About the SONIC 23

Performance

Estimated Value

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

Unlock the full inspection report

Similar Sailboats

Which engine powers your SONIC 23?

Used sails that fit the SONIC 23