Question 1

What are the specs of the SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREIGN 28 has the following specifications: 28ft LOA, 8.33ft beam, 3.25ft draft, 6,800lb displacement, 2,399.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SOVEREIGN 28 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREIGN 28 has an average asking price of $6,250, with prices ranging from $500 to $12,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SOVEREIGN 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sovereign Yacht Co. (USA) , first built in 1983, with production ending in 1996.

Question 4

Is the SOVEREIGN 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREIGN 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.47, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.76, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREIGN 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.25, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 249.5, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SOVEREIGN 28 is estimated at $1.1K – $3.0K. 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 SOVEREIGN 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SOVEREIGN 28 (28ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $3.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,250 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 $3K to $20K 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 SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SOVEREIGN 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 9

What are the common problems with the SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SOVEREIGN 28, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 SOVEREIGN 28 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 SOVEREIGN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREIGN 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=33.6ft (foretriangle height), J=12.7ft (foretriangle base), P=27.8ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 378.5 sq ft. Jib area: 213.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SOVEREIGN 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREIGN 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.47, capsize ratio 1.76, SA/disp 15.25, average price $6,250. 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	23 ft
Beam	8.33 ft
Draft	3.25 ft
Displacement	6,800 lb
Ballast	2,399.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	33.6 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.7 ft
Pmainsail luff	27.8 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	12.7 ft
Mainsail	378.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	213.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	362.7 sq ft

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