Question 1

What are the specs of the SUNBEAM 34?

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The SUNBEAM 34 has the following specifications: 34.25ft LOA, 11.33ft beam, 4.42ft draft, 13,000lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUNBEAM 34 cost?

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The SUNBEAM 34 has an average asking price of $91,141, with prices ranging from $91,141 to $91,141 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUNBEAM 34 and when was it made?

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Built by Schoechl Sportbootswerft(AUS), designed by Miglitsch/Schoechl, first built in 1985, 180 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SUNBEAM 34 good for offshore sailing?

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The SUNBEAM 34 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.26, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.93, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SUNBEAM 34?

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The SUNBEAM 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.65, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 252.83, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUNBEAM 34?

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Annual maintenance for a SUNBEAM 34 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.0K. 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 SUNBEAM 34 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SUNBEAM 34 (34.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $800-$1450/year (based on $91,141 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.25ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,400/year. California: $5,800-$14,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $27K 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 SUNBEAM 34?

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Marina slip costs for the SUNBEAM 34 (34.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,400/year. California: $5,800-$14,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,300/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 SUNBEAM 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SUNBEAM 34 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 SUNBEAM 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUNBEAM 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUNBEAM 34, 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 SUNBEAM 34 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the SUNBEAM 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 34 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.26, capsize ratio 1.93, SA/disp 13.65, average price $91,141. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.25 ft
LWL	28.42 ft
Beam	11.33 ft
Draft	4.42 ft
Displacement	13,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.1 kn

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.7	5.6	6.4	6.8	7.1	7.2	7.2
60°	5.0	6.0	6.7	7.1	7.3	7.4	7.5
75°	5.3	6.3	6.9	7.2	7.5	7.7	7.9
90°	5.3	6.4	7.1	7.4	7.5	7.7	8.2
110°	5.3	6.4	7.1	7.4	7.8	8.2	8.5
120°	5.1	6.2	7.0	7.3	7.7	8.1	8.8
135°	4.6	5.7	6.6	7.1	7.4	7.8	8.5
150°	3.9	5.0	5.8	6.5	7.0	7.2	7.7
Beat VMG	3.0	3.7	4.2	4.6	4.9	5.0	5.0
Run VMG	3.4	4.3	5.0	5.6	6.1	6.7	7.3

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