Question 1

What are the specs of the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) has the following specifications: 18.5ft LOA, 6.29ft beam, 2.58ft draft, 2,000lb displacement, 900lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) cost?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) has an average asking price of $6,925, with prices ranging from $2,000 to $18,000 based on 16 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Cape Dory Yachts (USA), designed by Carl Alberg, first built in 1974, with production ending in 1986, 141 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 17.78, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.76, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 362.89, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) is estimated at $500 – $1.3K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) (18.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,925 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18.5ft boat: Florida: $3,300-$8,900/year. California: $3,100-$7,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,200/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,500/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$4,000/year. Texas: $1,300-$4,000/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,800/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,000-$4,000/year. South Carolina: $2,900-$5,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) (18.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,300-$8,900/year. California: $3,100-$7,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,200/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,500/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$4,000/year. Texas: $1,300-$4,000/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,800/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,000-$4,000/year. South Carolina: $2,900-$5,600/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 CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) 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 CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER), 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 CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER)?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) has the following rig dimensions: I=22.08ft (foretriangle height), J=7ft (foretriangle base), P=20ft (mainsail luff), E=8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 163.7 sq ft. Jib area: 77.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE DORY TYPHOON (DAYSAILER) is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.78, capsize ratio 2, SA/disp 15.76, average price $6,925. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18.5 ft
LWL	13.5 ft
Beam	6.29 ft
Draft	2.58 ft
Displacement	2,000 lb
Ballast	900 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	4.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	22.08 ft
Jforetriangle base	7 ft
Pmainsail luff	20 ft
Emainsail foot	8 ft
FLforestay	7 ft
Mainsail	163.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	77.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	131.4 sq ft

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