Question 1

What are the specs of the VAN DE STADT 34?

Accepted Answer

The VAN DE STADT 34 has the following specifications: 33.63ft LOA, 10.83ft beam, 5.91ft draft, 9,921lb displacement, 4,408.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a VAN DE STADT 34 cost?

Accepted Answer

The VAN DE STADT 34 has an average asking price of $43,807, with prices ranging from $33,055 to $57,320 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VAN DE STADT 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Various, designed by E.G. van de Stadt, first built in 1984.

Question 4

Is the VAN DE STADT 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VAN DE STADT 34 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 22.56, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.02, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the VAN DE STADT 34?

Accepted Answer

The VAN DE STADT 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.7, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 244.86, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VAN DE STADT 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VAN DE STADT 34 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.9K. 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 VAN DE STADT 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VAN DE STADT 34 (33.63ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $400-$700/year (based on $43,807 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.63ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,100/year. California: $5,600-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $26K 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 VAN DE STADT 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VAN DE STADT 34 (33.63ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,100/year. California: $5,600-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,100/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 VAN DE STADT 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the VAN DE STADT 34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 VAN DE STADT 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VAN DE STADT 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VAN DE STADT 34, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 VAN DE STADT 34 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 VAN DE STADT 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VAN DE STADT 34 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.63ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.56, capsize ratio 2.02, SA/disp 24.7, average price $43,807. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.63 ft
LWL	26.25 ft
Beam	10.83 ft
Draft	5.91 ft
Displacement	9,921 lb
Ballast	4,408.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.9 kn

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	3.7	4.9	5.8	6.3	6.5	6.7	6.7	6.8	6.8
60°	3.9	5.2	6.0	6.5	6.7	6.8	6.9	7.0	7.0
75°	4.1	5.4	6.2	6.6	6.8	7.0	7.1	7.3	7.3
90°	4.0	5.3	6.1	6.6	6.9	7.1	7.3	7.5	7.7
110°	3.8	5.2	6.2	6.7	7.0	7.3	7.5	7.9	8.2
120°	3.6	5.0	6.0	6.6	7.0	7.3	7.5	8.2	8.7
135°	3.2	4.5	5.5	6.3	6.8	7.1	7.4	8.1	8.9
150°	2.6	3.8	4.9	5.7	6.4	6.8	7.1	7.7	8.4
Beat VMG	2.3	3.2	3.9	4.3	4.6	4.7	4.8	4.8	4.7
Run VMG	2.3	3.3	4.2	5.0	5.7	6.2	6.7	7.2	7.8

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