The Bristol 34, a quintessential representative of the "Golden Age" of fiberglass boat building, represents a collaboration between the robust manufacturing of Clint Pearson’s Bristol Yachts and the prestigious design pedigree of John G. Alden Associates. Introduced in the late 1960s, this model was engineered to bridge the gap between comfortable coastal cruising and the rigors of offshore passage-making. With its traditional lines, elegant overhangs, and moderate displacement, the Bristol 34 captures the aesthetic of a classic wooden yacht while utilizing the structural longevity of hand-laid fiberglass. It remains a favored choice for traditionalists who value a "sea-kindly" motion and the security of a heavily built hull over the high-volume, flat-bottomed designs common in contemporary production vessels.
Bristol 34 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bristol
- Model
- 34
- Builder
- Bristol Yachts
- Designer
- Halsey C. Herreshoff
- Number Built
- 70
- Production Year(s)
- 1970 - 1978
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $8,500 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $22,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol 35.5 | 35.5' | $44,000 | 29 | 6 |
| Sabre 34 | 34.18' | $27,500 | 29 | 8 |
| Little Harbor 40 | 40.16' | $42,500 | 27 | 7 |
| Bristol 38.8 | 38.25' | $63,900 | 16 | 4 |
| Sadler 34 | 34.75' | $37,871 | 15 | 7 |
| Bristol 29.9 | 29.92' | $14,500 | 13 | 3 |
| Morgan 34 | 34' | $40,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Sea Sprite 34 | 33.84' | $43,750 | 6 | 4 |
| Sweden C34 | 34' | $56,710 | 6 | 2 |
| Bristol 32 | 32' | $16,900 | 5 | 0 |
| Bristol 34 | $8,500 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $8,500 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bristol 34 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bristol 34 over the past 12 months is $8,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bristol 34 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Bristol 34 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bristol 34?
- Comparable models include the Bristol 35.5, Sabre 34, Little Harbor 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.