Question 1

What are the specs of the VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 45 has the following specifications: 33.73ft LOA, 10.93ft beam, 5.25ft draft, 13,007lb displacement, 5,512.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a VINDO 45 cost?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 45 has an average asking price of $61,000, with prices ranging from $61,000 to $61,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VINDO 45 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Vindö Marin AB (SWE), designed by John H. Lindblom, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1989.

Question 4

Is the VINDO 45 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 45 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.73, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.86, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 45 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.22, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 298.31, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VINDO 45 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.7K. 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 VINDO 45 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VINDO 45 (33.73ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $550-$1000/year (based on $61,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.73ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/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: $4,900-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$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 VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VINDO 45 (33.73ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/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: $4,900-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$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 VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the VINDO 45 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 VINDO 45.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VINDO 45, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 VINDO 45 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 VINDO 45?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 45 has the following rig dimensions: I=42.7ft (foretriangle height), J=12.8ft (foretriangle base), P=36.9ft (mainsail luff), E=12.1ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 514.4 sq ft. Jib area: 150.69 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the VINDO 45 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 45 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.73ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.73, capsize ratio 1.86, SA/disp 14.22, average price $61,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.73 ft
LWL	26.9 ft
Beam	10.93 ft
Draft	5.25 ft
Displacement	13,007 lb
Ballast	5,512.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	42.7 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	36.9 ft
Emainsail foot	12.1 ft
FLforestay	12.8 ft
Mainsail	514.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	150.69 sq ft
Spinnaker	882.64 sq ft

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.2	5.0	5.6	6.1	6.3	6.4	6.5
60°	4.5	5.3	6.0	6.4	6.5	6.6	6.7
75°	4.8	5.6	6.2	6.5	6.8	6.9	7.0
90°	4.7	5.6	6.3	6.6	6.8	6.9	7.3
110°	4.6	5.6	6.3	6.7	7.0	7.2	7.5
120°	4.5	5.5	6.2	6.6	6.8	7.1	7.7
135°	4.0	4.9	5.7	6.3	6.7	6.9	7.5
150°	3.4	4.4	5.2	5.9	6.4	6.7	7.2
Beat VMG	2.7	3.2	3.6	4.0	4.2	4.3	4.4
Run VMG	3.0	3.8	4.6	5.3	5.9	6.4	6.9

VINDO 45

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