Question 1

What are the specs of the VANCOUVER 25?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 25 has the following specifications: 29ft LOA, 8.5ft beam, 4ft draft, 7,380lb displacement, 2,600lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a VANCOUVER 25 cost?

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The VANCOUVER 25 has an average asking price of $16,000, with prices ranging from $15,500 to $16,500 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VANCOUVER 25 and when was it made?

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Built by Vancouver 25 Yacht Co. Inc. (CAN), designed by Robert B. Harris, first built in 1983, 28 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the VANCOUVER 25 good for offshore sailing?

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The VANCOUVER 25 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.62, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.75, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VANCOUVER 25?

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The VANCOUVER 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.13, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 323.77, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VANCOUVER 25?

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Annual maintenance for a VANCOUVER 25 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.5K. 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 VANCOUVER 25 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the VANCOUVER 25 (29ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $16,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29ft boat: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,200/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,300/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,300/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,000/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,300/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $21K 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 VANCOUVER 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VANCOUVER 25 (29ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,200/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,300/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,300/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,000/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,300/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/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 9

What are the common problems with the VANCOUVER 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the VANCOUVER 25 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 VANCOUVER 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VANCOUVER 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VANCOUVER 25, 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 VANCOUVER 25 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 VANCOUVER 25?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=33.6ft (foretriangle height), J=11.1ft (foretriangle base), P=28.8ft (mainsail luff), E=13.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 396.4 sq ft. Jib area: 186.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the VANCOUVER 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 25 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.62, capsize ratio 1.75, SA/disp 16.13, average price $16,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29 ft
LWL	21.67 ft
Beam	8.5 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	7,380 lb
Ballast	2,600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	33.6 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.1 ft
Pmainsail luff	28.8 ft
Emainsail foot	13.5 ft
FLforestay	11.1 ft
Mainsail	396.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	186.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	317 sq ft

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