The Baba 30 stands as a definitive icon of the "golden age" of Taiwanese yacht building, representing a harmonious collaboration between the prolific designer Robert Perry and the master craftsmen at Ta Shing Yacht Building. Introduced in the mid-1970s, this full-keeled double-ender was conceived during an era when heavy-displacement cruisers were the standard for offshore safety. While many "Taiwanese Ferries" of that period were criticized for inconsistent build quality, the Baba 30—produced by the same yard that would later build the legendary Nordhavn and Mason lines—quickly distinguished itself through superior joinery and structural integrity. Often described as a "shrunken" version of Perry’s larger designs, the boat packs the seaworthiness and aesthetic of a 40-foot bluewater voyager into a compact, manageable 30-foot frame.
Baba 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Baba
- Model
- 30
- Builder
- Shing Sheng Ltd. (TAIWAN)
- Designer
- Robert Perry
- Number Built
- 170
- Production Year(s)
- 1976 - 1986
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 3 | $49,999 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $34,900 |
| Jul 2025 | 2 | $34,700 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $13,500 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $49,500 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $45,683 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Cruiser 30 | 31.08' | $60,131 | 56 | 22 |
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,221 | 44 | 25 |
| Sabre 30-1 | 29.92' | $21,900 | 15 | 3 |
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Cape Dory 30 C | 30.21' | $17,000 | 11 | 2 |
| Seadog 30 | 30' | $16,230 | 8 | 2 |
| Baba 30 | $45,683 | 7 | 0 | |
| Cornish Crabbers Pilot 30 | 38.98' | $111,734 | 7 | 5 |
| Baba 35 | 34.83' | $56,500 | 6 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $34,700 | 4 | 0 |
| Malaysia | $45,683 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Baba 30 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Baba 30 over the past 12 months is $45,683. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Baba 30 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 7 Baba 30 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Baba 30?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $34,700, while Malaysia is the most expensive at $45,683 — a 32% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Baba 30?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Cruiser 30, Contessa 32, Sabre 30-1. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.