Question 1

What are the specs of the TRINTELLA 38?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 38 has the following specifications: 37.89ft LOA, 12.14ft beam, 6.23ft draft, 23,148lb displacement, 9,699lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TRINTELLA 38 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Anne Wever, designed by van de Stadt, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1985, 45 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the TRINTELLA 38 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 38 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 40.17, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.71, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TRINTELLA 38?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 38 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.35, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 401.31, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRINTELLA 38?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRINTELLA 38 is estimated at $2.4K – $6.3K. 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 TRINTELLA 38 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRINTELLA 38 (37.89ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.4K – $6.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 37.89ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$15,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,800/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $31K 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 TRINTELLA 38?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRINTELLA 38 (37.89ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$15,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,800/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/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 TRINTELLA 38?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TRINTELLA 38 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 TRINTELLA 38.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRINTELLA 38?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRINTELLA 38, 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 TRINTELLA 38 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 TRINTELLA 38 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 38 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 37.89ft LOA, comfort ratio 40.17, capsize ratio 1.71, SA/disp 18.35. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	37.89 ft
LWL	29.53 ft
Beam	12.14 ft
Draft	6.23 ft
Displacement	23,148 lb
Ballast	9,699 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.7	5.4	6.1	6.5	6.8	6.9	7.0
60°	5.0	5.8	6.4	6.8	7.0	7.1	7.3
75°	5.2	6.1	6.7	7.0	7.2	7.3	7.6
90°	5.3	6.1	6.8	7.1	7.3	7.4	7.8
110°	5.2	6.2	6.9	7.2	7.5	7.8	8.0
120°	5.0	6.0	6.8	7.1	7.4	7.7	8.2
135°	4.6	5.5	6.4	6.9	7.2	7.5	8.1
150°	4.0	4.9	5.7	6.5	6.9	7.2	7.7
Beat VMG	3.0	3.6	4.0	4.3	4.5	4.7	4.8
Run VMG	3.4	4.3	5.0	5.7	6.3	6.8	7.3

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