1982 O'Day O'day 28

  • 28
  • O'Day
  • Oyster Bay, NY, US

Yacht price :

$8,900
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Overview

1. Comfortable Coastal Cruiser

One of the biggest strengths of the O'Day 28 is its livable interior for a sub-30-foot boat.

Highlights

  • Spacious main cabin with good headroom (around 6 ft)

  • Large V-berth forward

  • Convertible dinette for extra sleeping

  • Enclosed head (bathroom)

  • Functional galley with sink, stove, and icebox

For couples or small families, it works well for weekend trips or week-long coastal cruising.

2. Stable and Forgiving Sailing Characteristics

The O'Day 28 is known for being easy and predictable to sail, making it good for intermediate sailors or people moving up from smaller boats.

Positives

  • Moderate displacement gives a stable ride

  • Wide beam improves interior space and stability

  • Balanced sail plan

  • Not overly tender in moderate winds

It’s not a racing boat, but it’s pleasant and confidence-inspiring underway.

3. Good Cockpit Layout

The cockpit is large and comfortable for social sailing.

Benefits include:

  • Room for 4–6 adults comfortably

  • Wheel steering (on most versions)

  • Easy access to controls

  • Good visibility from the helm

This makes it popular for casual sailing with friends.

4. Solid Construction for the Era

Early-80s O'Day boats were fiberglass production boats built fairly robustly.

Typical strengths:

  • Solid fiberglass hull (no core below waterline)

  • Simple systems that are easy to maintain

  • Proven design with many boats still sailing

While not a heavy bluewater cruiser, it's very adequate for bays, coastal cruising, and lakes.

5. Affordable Entry Into Cruising

Another big advantage today is value.

Many O'Day 28 boats sell for roughly:

  • $7,000 – $18,000 depending on condition

For that price you get:

  • Standing headroom

  • Enclosed head

  • Inboard diesel (often a Universal engine)

  • Sleeping for 4–5

That makes it a very accessible first cruising sailboat.

6. Manageable Size

At 28 feet, the boat strikes a nice balance.

Advantages:

  • Easier docking than larger cruisers

  • Lower marina and storage costs

  • Often single-handable

  • Still large enough to feel like a real cruising boat

Many owners keep them for years because they are not too big and not too small

Specifications

Basic Information

Manufacturer:
O'Day
Model:
O'day 28
Year:
1982
Category:
Sail
Condition:
Used
Location:
Oyster Bay, NY, US
Vessel Name:
NY 10663 RL
Boat Type:
Cruisers, Racers and Cruisers
Hull Material:
Fiberglass
Designer:

Dimensions & Weight

Length:
28 ft - 8.53 meter
LOA:
28 ft 3 in - 8.61 meter
Beam:
10 ft 3 in - 3.12 meter
Draft - max:
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Bridge Clearance:
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Engine

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Fresh Water Tank:
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Holding Tank:
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Accommodations

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Descriptions

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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