Question 1

What are the specs of the VALIANT 39?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 39 has the following specifications: 39.33ft LOA, 11.5ft beam, 5.83ft draft, 18,500lb displacement, 7,000.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a VALIANT 39 cost?

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The VALIANT 39 has an average asking price of $170,750, with prices ranging from $149,000 to $192,500 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VALIANT 39 and when was it made?

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Built by Valiant Yachts (USA), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1995, with production ending in 2004.

Question 4

Is the VALIANT 39 good for offshore sailing?

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The VALIANT 39 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 32.32, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.74, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VALIANT 39?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 39 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.88, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 252.04, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VALIANT 39?

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Annual maintenance for a VALIANT 39 is estimated at $2.2K – $5.8K. 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 VALIANT 39 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VALIANT 39 (39.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1550-$2750/year (based on $170,750 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39.33ft boat: Florida: $7,100-$18,900/year. California: $6,600-$16,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,800/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,500/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,500/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,300/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,200-$8,500/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $32K 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 VALIANT 39?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VALIANT 39 (39.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,100-$18,900/year. California: $6,600-$16,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,800/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,500/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,500/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,300/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,200-$8,500/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,800/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 VALIANT 39?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the VALIANT 39 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 VALIANT 39.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VALIANT 39?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VALIANT 39, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 VALIANT 39 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the VALIANT 39 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 39 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39.33ft LOA, comfort ratio 32.32, capsize ratio 1.74, SA/disp 16.88, average price $170,750. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39.33 ft
LWL	32 ft
Beam	11.5 ft
Draft	5.83 ft
Displacement	18,500 lb
Ballast	7,000.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

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