Question 1

What are the specs of the VINDO 452?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 452 has the following specifications: 33.73ft LOA, 10.93ft beam, 5.25ft draft, 13,228lb displacement, 5,291.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the VINDO 452 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Vindö Marin AB (SWE), designed by John H. Lindblom, first built in 1990.

Question 3

Is the VINDO 452 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 452 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 29.21, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.85, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a VINDO 452?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VINDO 452 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 5

How much does it cost to own a VINDO 452 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VINDO 452 (33.73ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown 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 $27K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 6

How much does it cost to dock a VINDO 452?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VINDO 452 (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 7

How does the VINDO 452 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VINDO 452 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.73ft LOA, comfort ratio 29.21, capsize ratio 1.85. 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	13,228 lb
Ballast	5,291.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.9 kn

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