Question 1

What are the specs of the SWAN 651?

Accepted Answer

The SWAN 651 has the following specifications: 65.68ft LOA, 17.5ft beam, 11.5ft draft, 75,500lb displacement, 31,702.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SWAN 651 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Nautor, designed by German Frers, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1991, 19 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SWAN 651 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SWAN 651 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 44.3, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.66, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SWAN 651?

Accepted Answer

The SWAN 651 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.79, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 201.71, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SWAN 651?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SWAN 651 is estimated at $7.5K – $20K. 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 SWAN 651 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SWAN 651 (65.68ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $7.5K – $20K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 65.68ft boat: Florida: $11,800-$31,500/year. California: $11,000-$27,600/year. Massachusetts: $8,300-$18,400/year + $2,600 winter storage. New York: $8,300-$23,000/year + $2,600 winter storage. Maryland: $7,900-$14,200/year. Texas: $4,700-$14,200/year. Washington: $9,500-$20,500/year. Michigan: $4,600-$10,100/year + $2,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $7,100-$14,200/year. South Carolina: $10,200-$19,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $13K to $62K 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 SWAN 651?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SWAN 651 (65.68ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $11,800-$31,500/year. California: $11,000-$27,600/year. Massachusetts: $8,300-$18,400/year + $2,600 winter storage. New York: $8,300-$23,000/year + $2,600 winter storage. Maryland: $7,900-$14,200/year. Texas: $4,700-$14,200/year. Washington: $9,500-$20,500/year. Michigan: $4,600-$10,100/year + $2,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $7,100-$14,200/year. South Carolina: $10,200-$19,700/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 SWAN 651?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SWAN 651 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, 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 SWAN 651.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SWAN 651?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SWAN 651, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging. 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 SWAN 651 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 SWAN 651 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SWAN 651 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 65.68ft LOA, comfort ratio 44.3, capsize ratio 1.66, SA/disp 18.79. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	65.68 ft
LWL	55.08 ft
Beam	17.5 ft
Draft	11.5 ft
Displacement	75,500 lb
Ballast	31,702.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.9 kn

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	4.9	6.6	7.8	8.5	8.9	9.2	9.3	9.4	9.5
60°	5.2	6.9	8.1	8.8	9.2	9.4	9.6	9.7	9.8
75°	5.4	7.2	8.3	9.0	9.4	9.7	9.8	10.0	10.2
90°	5.3	7.0	8.2	9.0	9.5	9.8	10.0	10.3	10.6
110°	4.8	6.7	8.1	9.1	9.7	10.0	10.3	10.7	11.1
120°	4.7	6.5	8.0	9.0	9.6	10.0	10.3	10.9	11.3
135°	4.1	5.8	7.3	8.4	9.2	9.7	10.1	10.9	11.6
150°	3.4	4.8	6.2	7.3	8.3	9.1	9.5	10.2	10.9
Beat VMG	3.1	4.3	5.2	5.8	6.2	6.4	6.5	6.7	6.8
Run VMG	2.9	4.2	5.3	6.3	7.2	7.9	8.3	9.2	9.8

SWAN 651

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