Question 1

What are the specs of the SUNBEAM 44?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 44 has the following specifications: 43.96ft LOA, 13.06ft beam, 5.42ft draft, 20,912lb displacement, 8,379.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUNBEAM 44 cost?

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The SUNBEAM 44 has an average asking price of $134,388, with prices ranging from $134,253 to $134,522 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUNBEAM 44 and when was it made?

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Built by Schoechl Sportbootswerft (AUS), designed by J & J Design , first built in 1992, 45 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SUNBEAM 44 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 44 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.41, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.9, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SUNBEAM 44?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 44 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 23.81, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 167.22, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUNBEAM 44?

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Annual maintenance for a SUNBEAM 44 is estimated at $3.1K – $8.2K. 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 44 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SUNBEAM 44 (43.96ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.1K – $8.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1200-$2150/year (based on $134,388 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 43.96ft boat: Florida: $7,900-$21,100/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,700/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $37K 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 44?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SUNBEAM 44 (43.96ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,900-$21,100/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,700/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/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 44?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SUNBEAM 44 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 SUNBEAM 44.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUNBEAM 44?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUNBEAM 44, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 SUNBEAM 44 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 44 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUNBEAM 44 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 43.96ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.41, capsize ratio 1.9, SA/disp 23.81, average price $134,388. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	43.96 ft
LWL	38.22 ft
Beam	13.06 ft
Draft	5.42 ft
Displacement	20,912 lb
Ballast	8,379.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.3 kn

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