Question 1

What are the specs of the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) has the following specifications: 30ft LOA, 9.33ft beam, 9.5ft draft, 9,500lb displacement, 3,400.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Soverel Marine, designed by Bill Soverel/Mark Soverel, first built in 1974.

Question 3

Is the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.56, 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 fast is the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.69, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 241.3, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) is estimated at $1.5K – $4.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) (30ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30ft boat: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,400/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) (30ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,400/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/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 8

What are the common problems with the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 30 (MK II-III).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 30 (MK II-III) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III)?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) has the following rig dimensions: I=40.5ft (foretriangle height), J=14ft (foretriangle base), P=43ft (mainsail luff), E=15ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 631.8 sq ft. Jib area: 283.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SOVEREL 30 (MK II-III) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.56, capsize ratio 1.77, SA/disp 21.69. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30 ft
LWL	26 ft
Beam	9.33 ft
Draft	9.5 ft/ 3.5 ft min
Displacement	9,500 lb
Ballast	3,400.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	40.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	14 ft
Pmainsail luff	43 ft
Emainsail foot	15 ft
FLforestay	14 ft
Mainsail	631.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	283.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	482 sq ft

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