Question 1

What are the specs of the TARGA 96?

Accepted Answer

The TARGA 96 has the following specifications: 31.5ft LOA, 9.88ft beam, 4.92ft draft, 9,039lb displacement, 3,527lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TARGA 96 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Targa Yachts (FIN), designed by Hans Groop, first built in 1975, 115 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the TARGA 96 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARGA 96 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 24.16, 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 4

How fast is the TARGA 96?

Accepted Answer

The TARGA 96 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.11, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 240.8, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TARGA 96?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARGA 96 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.5K. 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 TARGA 96 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARGA 96 (31.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31.5ft boat: Florida: $5,700-$15,100/year. California: $5,300-$13,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,800/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,800/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,800/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,800/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $25K 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 TARGA 96?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARGA 96 (31.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,700-$15,100/year. California: $5,300-$13,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,800/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,800/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,800/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,800/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,500/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 TARGA 96?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TARGA 96 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 TARGA 96.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TARGA 96?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARGA 96, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 TARGA 96 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 TARGA 96 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARGA 96 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 24.16, capsize ratio 1.9, SA/disp 20.11. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31.5 ft
LWL	25.59 ft
Beam	9.88 ft
Draft	4.92 ft
Displacement	9,039 lb
Ballast	3,527 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Mainsail	215.28 sq ft
Jib (100%)	161.46 sq ft
Spinnaker	828.82 sq ft

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.3	5.0	5.7	6.0	6.2	6.3	6.3
60°	4.6	5.4	6.0	6.3	6.5	6.5	6.6
75°	4.9	5.8	6.3	6.5	6.8	6.9	7.0
90°	4.9	5.8	6.3	6.6	6.8	7.0	7.3
110°	4.8	5.8	6.4	6.7	7.0	7.3	7.5
120°	4.7	5.7	6.3	6.7	7.0	7.3	7.8
135°	4.2	5.2	6.0	6.4	6.7	7.0	7.7
150°	3.7	4.6	5.4	6.1	6.5	6.8	7.3
Beat VMG	2.7	3.2	3.6	3.9	4.0	4.1	4.1
Run VMG	3.2	4.0	4.7	5.4	6.0	6.4	6.9

TARGA 96

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