Question 1

What are the specs of the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

The WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) has the following specifications: 21.5ft LOA, 7.75ft beam, 2.75ft draft, 3,695lb displacement, 1,680.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK), designed by Laurent Giles, first built in 1970, with production ending in 1976, 207 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 19.06, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.01, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

The WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.89, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 250.24, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) is estimated at $700 – $1.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) (21.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $1.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 21.5ft boat: Florida: $3,900-$10,300/year. California: $3,600-$9,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,000/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,500/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,600/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,600/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,700/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,600/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) (21.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,900-$10,300/year. California: $3,600-$9,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,000/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,500/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,600/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,600/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,700/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,600/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,500/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 8

What are the common problems with the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY), SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, 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 WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WARWICK 21 (WESTERLY) is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 21.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 19.06, capsize ratio 2.01, SA/disp 13.89. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	21.5 ft
LWL	18.75 ft
Beam	7.75 ft
Draft	2.75 ft
Displacement	3,695 lb
Ballast	1,680.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

Pmainsail luff	11.68 ft
Emainsail foot	8.43 ft

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