Question 1

What are the specs of the VANGUARD 15?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD 15 has the following specifications: 15.25ft LOA, 5.5ft beam, 3.42ft draft, 200lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a VANGUARD 15 cost?

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The VANGUARD 15 has an average asking price of $2,970, with prices ranging from $795 to $6,500 based on 34 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VANGUARD 15 and when was it made?

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Built by Team Vanguard (USA), designed by Bob Ames, first built in 1992.

Question 4

Is the VANGUARD 15 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD 15 is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 2.11, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.76, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the VANGUARD 15?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD 15 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 59.46, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 26.46, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VANGUARD 15?

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Annual maintenance for a VANGUARD 15 is estimated at $300 – $800. 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 VANGUARD 15 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VANGUARD 15 (15.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $800/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $2,970 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 15.25ft boat: Florida: $2,700-$7,300/year. California: $2,600-$6,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,300/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,300/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,300/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,800/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,300/year. South Carolina: $2,400-$4,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $10K 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 VANGUARD 15?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VANGUARD 15 (15.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,700-$7,300/year. California: $2,600-$6,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,300/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,300/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,300/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,800/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,300/year. South Carolina: $2,400-$4,600/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 VANGUARD 15?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 10 issues reported for the VANGUARD 15 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, keel, hull, safety, 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 VANGUARD 15.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VANGUARD 15?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VANGUARD 15, SailPages.com has compiled 10 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging, keel, hull, safety. 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 VANGUARD 15 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 VANGUARD 15 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD 15 is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 15.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 2.11, capsize ratio 3.76, SA/disp 59.46, average price $2,970. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	15.25 ft
LWL	15 ft
Beam	5.5 ft
Draft	3.42 ft/ 0.5 ft min
Displacement	200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.2 kn

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