The Barbican 33 is a heavy-displacement cruiser that represents a "late flowering" of the storied career of designer Maurice Griffiths. Launched in 1979 by Barbican Yachts in Plymouth, the model was born from the hull of the earlier Atlantic Clipper 36, but with a significantly revised coachroof and interior that aligned more closely with the traditional aesthetic Griffiths favored. Constructed with a solid GRP hull and encapsulated ballast, the Barbican 33 was built as a rugged, sea-kindly alternative to the increasingly lightweight production yachts of the 1980s. While Barbican Yachts ceased production in the early 1990s, the design remains a staple of the British long-distance cruising community, often compared to Griffiths' earlier masterpiece, the Golden Hind 31.
Barbican 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Barbican
- Model
- 33
- Builder
- Barbican Contruction Ltd.
- Designer
- Maurice Griffiths
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $28,863 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $10,144 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westerly 33 | 33.27' | $29,236 | 26 | 11 |
| Moody 33 S | 33' | $24,278 | 9 | 3 |
| Contest 33 | 32.25' | $22,735 | 9 | 6 |
| Moody 333 | 33' | $27,039 | 8 | 6 |
| Morgan 32 | 31.92' | $24,950 | 8 | 3 |
| Caliber 33 | 32.5' | $35,000 | 7 | 4 |
| Baba 35 | 34.83' | $56,500 | 6 | 1 |
| Pearson Vanguard 33 | 32.58' | $15,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Bristol 32 | 32' | $16,900 | 5 | 0 |
| Barbican 33 | $27,281 | 4 | 1 | |
| Moody 38 | 37.5' | $96,602 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $27,281 | 4 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Barbican 33 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Barbican 33 over the past 12 months is $27,281. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Barbican 33 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Barbican 33 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Barbican 33 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Barbican 33 has decreased by 62.82% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Barbican 33?
- Comparable models include the Westerly 33, Moody 33 S, Contest 33. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.