S2 Yachts boats
S2 Yachts built production sailboats from the 1970s through the 1980s, with 115 registered hulls remaining in the US Coast Guard database. The typical S2 is a 26 foot gasoline or diesel powered cruiser from the early 1980s, suited to coastal sailors comfortable with maintaining older fiberglass boats.
Are S2 Yachts boats reliable?
Most S2 Yachts on the market are 41 to 46 years old, which means age related costs dominate the ownership experience. The brand has 8 recalls on USCG record, and the majority run gasoline engines that require more frequent maintenance than modern diesels.
Common problems to inspect on a used S2 Yachts
- Deck core delamination around stanchion bases and hardware
- Keel bolt corrosion and loosening after four decades
- Fuel system deterioration on gasoline engine models
- Standing rigging fatigue and forestay chain plate cracks
Registry footprint
Sample = US state open-data vessel registries (currently Texas + New York, ~875k vessels). Treat as a representative slice of recreational US inventory.
Recalls (8)
- ⚠ Recall
020133T7/17/2002VENTILATION; BLOWER FAILS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
000106S6/7/2000LABEL BLOWER WARNING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
030102T6/30/2003STEERING CYLINDER
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
01R0480S6/13/2002ELECTRICAL - BATTERY LOCA; TION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
070007S4/20/2007FUEL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
060019S4/17/2006VENTILATION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
070006T2/18/2007ELECTRICAL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
000238T11/7/2000ELECTRICAL GROUND WIRE
What this means before you buy →
USCG MIC entries (1)
Frequently asked questions
Are S2 Yachts good boats?
S2 Yachts were solidly built production sailboats for their era, but age is now the primary factor. A well maintained S2 from the early 1980s can serve a coastal cruiser, but expect ongoing costs to address four decades of wear.
Does S2 Yachts still make boats?
No, S2 Yachts ceased production in the late 1980s. Parts and manufacturer support are no longer available.
What is the resale value of an S2 Yachts boat?
Resale values depend heavily on condition rather than brand name, given the age of the 115 registered S2 hulls. Rigging condition, deck integrity, and engine hours drive pricing more than the original build quality.
How much does it cost to maintain an S2 Yachts boat?
Annual costs vary widely based on how much work you do yourself, but expect typical sailboat maintenance expenses plus higher costs for age related systems. Major items like rigging replacement, engine overhaul, or deck repairs can require significant investment on older hulls.
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