Question 1

What are the specs of the WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

The WYLIE 34 has the following specifications: 33.75ft LOA, 10.83ft beam, 6ft draft, 8,100lb displacement, 3,235.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the WYLIE 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by North Coast Yachts (USA), designed by Thomas Wylie, first built in 1979, 16 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the WYLIE 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WYLIE 34 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.62, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.16, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

The WYLIE 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.3, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 211.79, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WYLIE 34 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.1K. 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 WYLIE 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WYLIE 34 (33.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.75ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 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 7

How much does it cost to dock a WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WYLIE 34 (33.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 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 8

What are the common problems with the WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WYLIE 34 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 WYLIE 34.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WYLIE 34, 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 WYLIE 34 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the WYLIE 34?

Accepted Answer

The WYLIE 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=38.3ft (foretriangle height), J=11.3ft (foretriangle base), P=41ft (mainsail luff), E=14.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 533 sq ft. Jib area: 216.4 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the WYLIE 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WYLIE 34 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.62, capsize ratio 2.16, SA/disp 20.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.75 ft
LWL	25.75 ft
Beam	10.83 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	8,100 lb
Ballast	3,235.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	38.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	41 ft
Emainsail foot	14.3 ft
FLforestay	11.3 ft
Mainsail	533 sq ft
Jib (100%)	216.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	367.9 sq ft

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