The Bowman 48 stands as a definitive expression of the "proper yacht," representing a high-water mark for British bluewater cruiser construction during the late 20th century. Designed by the renowned American naval architect Chuck Paine and built by Rival Bowman in Southampton (and later under the stewardship of Rustler Yachts in Cornwall), the vessel was conceived as a powerful, go-anywhere voyager capable of crossing oceans with safety and speed. Unlike the lighter, mass-produced Mediterranean cruisers of its era, the Bowman 48 was engineered with a "no-compromise" approach to structural integrity, utilizing a heavy-duty layup and a hull form designed to handle the rigors of the North Atlantic. It is often regarded as the larger sibling to the equally respected Bowman 45, sharing the same design DNA but offering significantly more interior volume and waterline length for extended live-aboard capabilities.
Bowman 48 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bowman
- Model
- 48
- Builder
- Southern Boatbuilding Co.
- Designer
- C.W. Paine Yacht Design Inc.
- Number Built
- 10
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - ??
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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 | 2 | $233,438 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $263,624 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tayana 48 | 48' | $330,000 | 23 | 6 |
| Cambria 48 | 48.92' | $79,500 | 21 | 10 |
| Bowman 36 | 36' | $39,206 | 14 | 9 |
| Rival 40 | 39.92' | $169,443 | 14 | 5 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 | 46.75' | $124,975 | 8 | 3 |
| Hans Christian 48 | 47.83' | $259,000 | 7 | 3 |
| Moody 48 DS | 50.59' | $1,212,131 | 7 | 1 |
| Bruce Roberts 48 | $167,500 | 6 | 2 | |
| Rival 48 | $249,553 | 4 | 2 | |
| Valiant 50 | 50.67' | $355,000 | 4 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $277,144 | 1 | 1 |
| Portugal | $217,875 | 1 | 0 |
| United States | $249,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bowman 48 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bowman 48 over the past 12 months is $249,553. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bowman 48 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Bowman 48 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Bowman 48 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Bowman 48 has increased by 5.64% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bowman 48?
- Portugal currently has the lowest median asking price at $217,875, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $277,144 — a 27% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bowman 48?
- Comparable models include the Tayana 48, Cambria 48, Bowman 36. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.