Question 1

What are the specs of the STEVENS 50?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 50 has the following specifications: 50ft LOA, 14.33ft beam, 6ft draft, 31,200lb displacement, 11,999.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the STEVENS 50 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Queen Long (TAIWAN), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1985.

Question 3

Is the STEVENS 50 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 50 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.59, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.82, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the STEVENS 50?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 50 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.69, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 258.91, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a STEVENS 50?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a STEVENS 50 is estimated at $4.3K – $12K. 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 STEVENS 50 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the STEVENS 50 (50ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.3K – $12K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 50ft boat: Florida: $9,000-$24,000/year. California: $8,400-$21,000/year. Massachusetts: $6,300-$14,000/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,300-$17,500/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,000-$10,800/year. Texas: $3,600-$10,800/year. Washington: $7,200-$15,600/year. Michigan: $3,500-$7,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,400-$10,800/year. South Carolina: $7,800-$15,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $44K 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 STEVENS 50?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the STEVENS 50 (50ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,000-$24,000/year. California: $8,400-$21,000/year. Massachusetts: $6,300-$14,000/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,300-$17,500/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,000-$10,800/year. Texas: $3,600-$10,800/year. Washington: $7,200-$15,600/year. Michigan: $3,500-$7,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,400-$10,800/year. South Carolina: $7,800-$15,000/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 STEVENS 50?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the STEVENS 50 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 50.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a STEVENS 50?

Accepted Answer

When buying a STEVENS 50, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 50 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the STEVENS 50 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The STEVENS 50 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 50ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.59, capsize ratio 1.82, SA/disp 18.69. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	50 ft
LWL	37.75 ft
Beam	14.33 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	31,200 lb
Ballast	11,999.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

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