Designed by R.C. Lazzarra and built by Gulfstar Yachts for just two years in the mid-1980s, this substantial 63-footer represents the pinnacle of the Florida builder's sailboat production. With only three hulls ever completed, the Sailcruiser stands as one of the rarest vessels in Gulfstar's lineup, making it a unique find in today's market. At nearly 63 feet overall with a generous 16-foot beam, this masthead sloop offers the spacious accommodations expected from a serious cruising yacht. The fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides good directional stability while maintaining reasonable draft for accessing a variety of anchorages. With substantial displacement and a moderate comfort ratio, the design prioritizes seaworthiness and interior volume over pure sailing performance. The boat's sail area and displacement figures suggest capable but relaxed sailing characteristics, making it well-suited for extended offshore cruising rather than competitive racing. The fiberglass construction follows typical production boat methods of the era, though the limited production run means finding parts or comparable vessels for reference can be challenging. For sailors seeking a rare, spacious cruising platform with classic 1980s styling, the Gulfstar 63 offers substantial yacht amenities in an exclusive package.
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What is the Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 13.68. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser's comfort ratio?
The Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 47.38. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser safe for offshore sailing?
The Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.58. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser?
The theoretical hull speed of the Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser is 9.62 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser weigh?
The Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser has a displacement of 68,500.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 62.83 ft.
Who designed the Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser?
The Gulfstar 63 Sailcruiser was designed by R. C. Lazzarra, first built in 1985.