Question 1

What are the specs of the SOUTHERLY 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERLY 28 has the following specifications: 28ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4.75ft draft, 8,500lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the SOUTHERLY 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Northshore Yachts Ltd., designed by John Bennett, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1984, 148 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SOUTHERLY 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERLY 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.92, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.77, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a SOUTHERLY 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SOUTHERLY 28 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.3K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 5

How much does it cost to own a SOUTHERLY 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SOUTHERLY 28 (28ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 6

How much does it cost to dock a SOUTHERLY 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SOUTHERLY 28 (28ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/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 7

What are the common problems with the SOUTHERLY 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SOUTHERLY 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, electrical, 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 SOUTHERLY 28.

Question 8

What should I look for when buying a SOUTHERLY 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SOUTHERLY 28, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, electrical. 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 SOUTHERLY 28 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 9

How does the SOUTHERLY 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERLY 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.92, capsize ratio 1.77. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4.75 ft/ 2.5 ft min
Displacement	8,500 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

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