American 18 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

1996·American Sail Inc.
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
17.75' · 5.41 m
Displ.
570 lbs · 259 kg
First year
1996

The American 18 stands as the flagship of the American Sail Inc. monohull lineup, representing a significant step up in scale and stability from its smaller sibling, the American 14.6. Designed by David Stanton and produced in Charleston, South Carolina, this vessel is engineered primarily as a versatile family daysailer and a robust trainer for sailing schools. While many boats in the 18foot range prioritize racing performance, the American 18 is built around a philosophy of "dry" sailing and high initial stability, achieved through a generous 7foot, 2inch beam and a highfreeboard design. As noted by the manufacturer, American Sail Inc., the boat is constructed using handlaid fiberglass with a focus on durability, catering to sailors who prioritize ease of maintenance over the specialized complexities of highperformance skiffs.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 5,250
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
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Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

American 18 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 2 listings.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

2 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 5,25020100.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 18 SE18.21'$ 32,8662211
Cape Cutter 1923.62'$ 18,6662013
Seascape 1818.04'$ 25,295185
Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-217.33'$ 18,450176
Cape Dory Typhoon18.5'$ 5,000177
Pearson Ensign22.5'$ 12,50072
Schock Harbor 2020'$ 20,00075
Rhodes 1919.17'$ 3,00062
Hobie Cat 1818'$ 2,35042
American Sail 18You are here$ 5,25020

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used American 18 cost?+
The median asking price for a used American 18 over the past 12 months is $5,250. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many American 18 sailboats are for sale?+
2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are American 18 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used American 18 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
04What should I look at instead of a American 18?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 18 SE, Cape Cutter 19, Seascape 18. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.