Buchanan Viking 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Alan Buchanan·1960
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
30.25' · 9.22 m
Displ.
18,000 lbs · 8,165 kg
First year
1960

The Viking 30, designed by the renowned British naval architect Alan Buchanan, stands as a testament to the robust, seaworthy principles of mid20thcentury yacht design. Introduced during a period of transition between traditional timber construction and the burgeoning use of glassreinforced plastic (GRP), the Viking 30 was primarily produced by yards such as Rolland (Southampton) and often finished to high standards for coastal and offshore cruising. With its elegant shear line and traditional longkeel profile, the vessel was built to handle the rigorous conditions of the English Channel and the North Sea. Unlike the racingoriented designs of the same era, the Viking 30 prioritized "heaveto" capability and directional stability, making it a favorite among traditionalists who value a predictable motion over raw speed.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 13,459
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United Kingdom (100.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Buchanan Viking 30 listings span 1 country. United Kingdom leads with 2 listings.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

2 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 13,45921100.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Moody 3030'$ 17,3952111
LM 3031.83'$ 38,524186
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Albin Ballad 3029.99'$ 10,879177
Tartan 3029.92'$ 10,000154
Kingfisher 3030'$ 38,359137
Halmatic 3029.5'$ 17,490119
Baba 3029.75'$ 42,523103
Cornish Crabbers Pilot 3038.98'$ 127,85897
Buchanan Viking 30You are here$ 13,45921

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Buchanan Viking 30 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Buchanan Viking 30 over the past 12 months is $13,459. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Buchanan Viking 30 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Buchanan Viking 30 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Buchanan Viking 30 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Buchanan Viking 30 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Buchanan Viking 30 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Buchanan Viking 30 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (100.0%).
05Do Buchanan Viking 30 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Buchanan Viking 30 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 43.6% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Buchanan Viking 30?+
Comparable models include Moody 30, LM 30, Pearson 30. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.