The Carter 33 is a quintessential representative of the IOR (International Offshore Rule) era, designed by the innovative American naval architect Dick Carter in 1971. Developed as a production version of his highly successful 3/4-ton racing designs, specifically the world-beating Ydra, the Carter 33 transitioned the aggressive racing lines of the early 1970s into a format suitable for offshore cruising. Primarily manufactured by Olympic Yachts in Greece, and to a lesser extent by Teliga in Poland and North Sea Marine in the UK, the model became a staple of the European sailing scene. It is distinguished by its "bustle" (an idiosyncratic kick in the aft hull lines) and a beam that is remarkably wide for its length, reflecting Dick Carter’s design philosophy of maximizing waterline length and stability under the IOR rating system.
Carter 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Carter
- Model
- 33
- Builder
- Olympic Yachts
- Designer
- Dick Carter
- Number Built
- 200
- Production Year(s)
- 1971 - ??
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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 | $29,312 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $20,290 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $21,129 |
| Feb 2026 | 4 | $38,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $46,540 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,238 | 44 | 25 |
| C&C 34 | 33.5' | $20,995 | 17 | 1 |
| C&C 35-3 | 34.67' | $29,900 | 14 | 2 |
| Carter 30 | 29.75' | $17,585 | 13 | 5 |
| C&C 32 | 31.5' | $23,477 | 11 | 5 |
| Carter 33 | $32,991 | 9 | 5 | |
| Sparkman & Stephens S&S 34 | 33.42' | $35,170 | 9 | 2 |
| CS 33 | 32.67' | $29,950 | 8 | 4 |
| Ranger 33 | 33.17' | $8,950 | 5 | 1 |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $38,000 | 3 | 3 |
| Australia | $21,291 | 2 | 1 |
| United Kingdom | $22,962 | 2 | 0 |
| Germany | $32,991 | 1 | 0 |
| Italy | $46,540 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Carter 33 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Carter 33 over the past 12 months is $32,991. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Carter 33 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 9 Carter 33 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Carter 33 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Carter 33 has increased by 15.18% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Carter 33?
- Australia currently has the lowest median asking price at $21,291, while Italy is the most expensive at $46,540 — a 119% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Carter 33?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, C&C 34, C&C 35-3. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.