Question 1

What are the specs of the SOUTH COAST 23?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTH COAST 23 has the following specifications: 23ft LOA, 7.25ft beam, 2.83ft draft, 3,750lb displacement, 1,474.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a SOUTH COAST 23 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTH COAST 23 has an average asking price of $1,500, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $1,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SOUTH COAST 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by South Coast Seacraft Co. (USA), designed by Carl Alberg, first built in 1965, 250 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SOUTH COAST 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTH COAST 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.61, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.87, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SOUTH COAST 23?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTH COAST 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.35, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 312.37, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SOUTH COAST 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SOUTH COAST 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 SOUTH COAST 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SOUTH COAST 23 (23ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$0/year (based on $1,500 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 $2K 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 SOUTH COAST 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SOUTH COAST 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 SOUTH COAST 23?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SOUTH COAST 23?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

The SOUTH COAST 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=27.5ft (foretriangle height), J=8.75ft (foretriangle base), P=24ft (mainsail luff), E=10.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 256.4 sq ft. Jib area: 120.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SOUTH COAST 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTH COAST 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.61, capsize ratio 1.87, SA/disp 16.35, average price $1,500. 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	17.5 ft
Beam	7.25 ft
Draft	2.83 ft
Displacement	3,750 lb
Ballast	1,474.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	27.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	24 ft
Emainsail foot	10.5 ft
FLforestay	8.8 ft
Mainsail	256.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	120.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	204.5 sq ft

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