Question 1

What are the specs of the VANGUARD VOLANT?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD VOLANT has the following specifications: 18ft LOA, 410lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a VANGUARD VOLANT cost?

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The VANGUARD VOLANT has an average asking price of $3,058, with prices ranging from $800 to $7,100 based on 31 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VANGUARD VOLANT and when was it made?

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Built by Vanguard, designed by Harken/Vanguard, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1986.

Question 4

Is the VANGUARD VOLANT good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD VOLANT is classified as a Performance Racer.

Question 5

How fast is the VANGUARD VOLANT?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD VOLANT has a sail area to displacement ratio of 50.22, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VANGUARD VOLANT?

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Annual maintenance for a VANGUARD VOLANT is estimated at $500 – $1.2K. 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 VOLANT per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VANGUARD VOLANT (18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $3,058 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18ft boat: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $12K 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 VOLANT?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VANGUARD VOLANT (18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/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 VOLANT?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the VANGUARD VOLANT 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 VANGUARD VOLANT.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VANGUARD VOLANT?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VANGUARD VOLANT, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 VANGUARD VOLANT 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 VOLANT compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VANGUARD VOLANT is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18ft LOA, SA/disp 50.22, average price $3,058. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18 ft
Displacement	410 lb

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