Question 1

What are the specs of the SUNBEAM 37?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 37 has the following specifications: 37.57ft LOA, 11.32ft beam, 5.91ft draft, 15,432lb displacement, 6,393.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SUNBEAM 37 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Schöchl Yachtbau, designed by Manfred Schöchl, first built in 1983, with production ending in 1995, 92 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SUNBEAM 37 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 37 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.97, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.82, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SUNBEAM 37?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 37 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.28, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 210.44, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SUNBEAM 37?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SUNBEAM 37 is estimated at $2.1K – $5.7K. 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 SUNBEAM 37 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SUNBEAM 37 (37.57ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.1K – $5.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 37.57ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,000/year. California: $6,300-$15,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,500/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$13,100/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,100/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,100/year. Washington: $5,400-$11,700/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,100/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $30K 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 SUNBEAM 37?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SUNBEAM 37 (37.57ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,000/year. California: $6,300-$15,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,500/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$13,100/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,100/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,100/year. Washington: $5,400-$11,700/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,100/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,300/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 8

What are the common problems with the SUNBEAM 37?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SUNBEAM 37 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 37.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SUNBEAM 37?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUNBEAM 37, 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 37 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 SUNBEAM 37 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 37 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 37.57ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.97, capsize ratio 1.82, SA/disp 17.28. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	37.57 ft
LWL	31.99 ft
Beam	11.32 ft
Draft	5.91 ft
Displacement	15,432 lb
Ballast	6,393.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

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