Question 1

What are the specs of the STEVENS 47?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 47 has the following specifications: 46.83ft LOA, 14.25ft beam, 6ft draft, 32,000lb displacement, 14,499.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a STEVENS 47 cost?

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The STEVENS 47 has an average asking price of $149,667, with prices ranging from $110,000 to $190,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the STEVENS 47 and when was it made?

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Built by Queen Long (TAIWAN), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1986, 56 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the STEVENS 47 good for offshore sailing?

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The STEVENS 47 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 35.52, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.8, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the STEVENS 47?

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The STEVENS 47 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.77, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 265.55, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a STEVENS 47?

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Annual maintenance for a STEVENS 47 is estimated at $3.7K – $9.9K. 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 STEVENS 47 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the STEVENS 47 (46.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.7K – $9.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1350-$2400/year (based on $149,667 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 46.83ft boat: Florida: $8,400-$22,500/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,100/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,600/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $40K 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 STEVENS 47?

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Marina slip costs for the STEVENS 47 (46.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,400-$22,500/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,100/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,600/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,000/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 9

What are the common problems with the STEVENS 47?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the STEVENS 47 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, hull, deck, 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 STEVENS 47.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a STEVENS 47?

Accepted Answer

When buying a STEVENS 47, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, hull, deck. 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 STEVENS 47 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 STEVENS 47?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 47 has the following rig dimensions: I=60ft (foretriangle height), J=19ft (foretriangle base), P=53.5ft (mainsail luff), E=18ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1090 sq ft. Jib area: 570 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the STEVENS 47 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 47 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 46.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 35.52, capsize ratio 1.8, SA/disp 16.77, average price $149,667. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	46.83 ft
LWL	37.75 ft
Beam	14.25 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	32,000 lb
Ballast	14,499.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	60 ft
Jforetriangle base	19 ft
Pmainsail luff	53.5 ft
Emainsail foot	18 ft
FLforestay	19 ft
Mainsail	1,090 sq ft
Jib (100%)	570 sq ft
Spinnaker	969 sq ft

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