Question 1

What are the specs of the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN)?

Accepted Answer

The WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) has the following specifications: 38ft LOA, 12ft beam, 4ft draft, 17,000lb displacement, 7,500.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) and when was it made?

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Built by Heritage Yacht Corp. (USA), designed by Charles Morgan, first built in 1976.

Question 3

Is the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) good for offshore sailing?

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The WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.11, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.87, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN)?

Accepted Answer

The WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.91, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 221.08, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN)?

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Annual maintenance for a WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) is estimated at $2.5K – $6.8K. 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 WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) (38ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.5K – $6.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 38ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $32K 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 WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) (38ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/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 8

What are the common problems with the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN), SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, 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 WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) 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 WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WEST INDIES 38 (MORGAN) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 38ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.11, capsize ratio 1.87, SA/disp 16.91. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	38 ft
LWL	32.5 ft
Beam	12 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	17,000 lb
Ballast	7,500.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

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