Question 1

What are the specs of the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE)?

Accepted Answer

The VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) has the following specifications: 29.67ft LOA, 9.58ft beam, 4.58ft draft, 9,010lb displacement, 4,399.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) cost?

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The VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) has an average asking price of $29,660, with prices ranging from $17,780 to $40,309 based on 12 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) and when was it made?

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Built by Victoria Marine Ltd. (UK), designed by Chuck Paine, first built in 1984, 50 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.2, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.84, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE)?

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The VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.57, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 316.76, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VICTORIA 30 (PAINE)?

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Annual maintenance for a VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) (29.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $250-$450/year (based on $29,660 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.67ft boat: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K 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 VICTORIA 30 (PAINE)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) (29.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/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 VICTORIA 30 (PAINE)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 VICTORIA 30 (PAINE).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VICTORIA 30 (PAINE)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VICTORIA 30 (PAINE), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) 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 VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VICTORIA 30 (PAINE) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.2, capsize ratio 1.84, SA/disp 15.57, average price $29,660. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.67 ft
LWL	23.33 ft
Beam	9.58 ft
Draft	4.58 ft
Displacement	9,010 lb
Ballast	4,399.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.5 kn

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