Question 1

What are the specs of the VAGABOND 39?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 39 has the following specifications: 39ft LOA, 11.5ft beam, 5.58ft draft, 23,500lb displacement, 8,800.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the VAGABOND 39 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Bluewater Yachts Builders Ltd. (TAIWAN), designed by Ron Amy, first built in 1984.

Question 3

Is the VAGABOND 39 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 39 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 42.42, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.61, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the VAGABOND 39?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 39 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.86, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 366.87, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a VAGABOND 39?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VAGABOND 39 is estimated at $2.5K – $6.7K. 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 VAGABOND 39 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VAGABOND 39 (39ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.5K – $6.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39ft boat: Florida: $7,000-$18,700/year. California: $6,600-$16,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,900-$10,900/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $4,900-$13,700/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,400/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,400/year. Washington: $5,600-$12,200/year. Michigan: $2,700-$6,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,200-$8,400/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $32K 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 VAGABOND 39?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VAGABOND 39 (39ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,000-$18,700/year. California: $6,600-$16,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,900-$10,900/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $4,900-$13,700/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,400/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,400/year. Washington: $5,600-$12,200/year. Michigan: $2,700-$6,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,200-$8,400/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,700/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 VAGABOND 39?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the VAGABOND 39 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, plumbing, electrical, 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 VAGABOND 39.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a VAGABOND 39?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VAGABOND 39, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, plumbing, electrical. 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 VAGABOND 39 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 VAGABOND 39 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 39 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39ft LOA, comfort ratio 42.42, capsize ratio 1.61, SA/disp 15.86. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39 ft
LWL	30.58 ft
Beam	11.5 ft
Draft	5.58 ft
Displacement	23,500 lb
Ballast	8,800.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.4 kn

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