The Paceship 23, designed by the prolific firm Cuthbertson & Cassian (C&C) and introduced in 1969, represents a pivotal era in Canadian fiberglass boatbuilding. Not to be confused with the later John Deknatel/Hunt-designed PY 23 (which featured a more voluminous hull and a reverse transom), the original Paceship 23 is a classic keelboat with a 19-foot waterline and a distinct racing pedigree. Built by Paceship Yachts in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, approximately 240 units were produced before the model was superseded by the more cruising-oriented PY series. The design is characterized by its traditional aesthetics, featuring a full-length wooden rub rail and a sleek, low-profile cabin top that echoes the performance-oriented silhouettes of contemporary C&C racers like the Redwing 30.
C&C Paceship 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

- Make
- C&C
- Model
- Paceship 23
- Builder
- Paceship Yachts
- Designer
- Cuthbertson & Cassian
- Number Built
- 240
- Production Year(s)
- 1969 - 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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $8,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C&C 30 Mk I | 30' | $18,000 | 19 | 5 |
| C&C 34 | 33.5' | $20,995 | 17 | 1 |
| C&C 35-3 | 34.67' | $29,900 | 14 | 2 |
| C&C 32 | 31.5' | $23,477 | 11 | 5 |
| C&C 27 Mk V | 26.5' | $17,500 | 11 | 5 |
| Parker Boats 235 | 23.5' | $18,259 | 11 | 8 |
| Precision 23 | 23.42' | $11,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Com-Pac 23 | 22.75' | $6,950 | 9 | 3 |
| Com-Pac 23 Mk IV | 23.92' | $32,950 | 5 | 2 |
| C&C Paceship 23 | $8,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $8,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used C&C Paceship 23 cost?
- The median asking price for a used C&C Paceship 23 over the past 12 months is $8,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many C&C Paceship 23 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 C&C Paceship 23 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the C&C Paceship 23?
- Comparable models include the C&C 30 Mk I, C&C 34, C&C 35-3. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.