Question 1

What are the specs of the SOVEREL 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 28 has the following specifications: 28.5ft LOA, 8.33ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 7,000lb displacement, 1,260lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a SOVEREL 28 cost?

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The SOVEREL 28 has an average asking price of $1,000, with prices ranging from $1,000 to $1,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SOVEREL 28 and when was it made?

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Built by Soverel Marine (USA), designed by Daniel McCarthy/Waltman Walters, first built in 1961, with production ending in 1970, 90 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SOVEREL 28 good for offshore sailing?

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The SOVEREL 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.69, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.74, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SOVEREL 28?

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The SOVEREL 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.81, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 240.79, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SOVEREL 28?

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Annual maintenance for a SOVEREL 28 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.6K. 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 SOVEREL 28 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SOVEREL 28 (28.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$0/year (based on $1,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.5ft boat: Florida: $5,100-$13,700/year. California: $4,800-$12,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $21K 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 SOVEREL 28?

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Marina slip costs for the SOVEREL 28 (28.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,100-$13,700/year. California: $4,800-$12,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,600/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 SOVEREL 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SOVEREL 28 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 SOVEREL 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SOVEREL 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SOVEREL 28, 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 SOVEREL 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 SOVEREL 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=35ft (foretriangle height), J=10.5ft (foretriangle base), P=31.16ft (mainsail luff), E=14.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 423.5 sq ft. Jib area: 183.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SOVEREL 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.69, capsize ratio 1.74, SA/disp 17.81, average price $1,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.5 ft
LWL	23.5 ft
Beam	8.33 ft
Draft	4.5 ft/ 2.67 ft min
Displacement	7,000 lb
Ballast	1,260 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	35 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	31.16 ft
Emainsail foot	14.25 ft
FLforestay	10.5 ft
Mainsail	423.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	183.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	312.4 sq ft

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