The Bristol 43.3 represents a high-water mark for the Bristol Yacht Company, emerging during the late 1980s as a refined evolution of Ted Hood’s "Design 114." Built in the Rhode Island yard under the direction of Clint Pearson, this model was part of a series of larger, semi-custom yachts that included the 41.1, 45.5, and 47.7. The 43.3 specifically offered a balance of offshore capability and luxury that targeted the premium cruising market of the era. Constructed with a heavy-displacement hull and a versatile keel-centerboard configuration, it was designed to provide the stability required for blue-water passages while maintaining the ability to navigate the shallow gunkholes of the Chesapeake Bay or the Bahamas.
Bristol 43.3 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bristol
- Model
- 43.3
- Builder
- Bristol Yachts
- Designer
- Ted Hood / D. Empacher
- Number Built
- 25
- Production Year(s)
- 1986 - 1994
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $132,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol 35.5 | 35.5' | $44,000 | 29 | 6 |
| Little Harbor 40 | 40.16' | $42,500 | 27 | 7 |
| Slocum 43 | 42.5' | $124,500 | 26 | 6 |
| Bristol 41.1 | 41.14' | $74,499 | 17 | 3 |
| Bristol 38.8 | 38.25' | $63,900 | 16 | 4 |
| Bristol 29.9 | 29.92' | $14,500 | 13 | 3 |
| Bristol Channel Cutter | 37.75' | $139,000 | 13 | 4 |
| Shannon 43 | 43.83' | $189,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Bristol 32 | 32' | $16,900 | 5 | 0 |
| Bristol 47.7 | 47' | $198,500 | 3 | 0 |
| Bristol 43.3 | $132,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $132,500 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bristol 43.3 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bristol 43.3 over the past 12 months is $132,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bristol 43.3 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Bristol 43.3 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bristol 43.3?
- Comparable models include the Bristol 35.5, Little Harbor 40, Slocum 43. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.