The Cheoy Lee Offshore 47, a quintessential example of the "Golden Era" of fiberglass yacht construction, stands as one of the most enduring designs from the drawing board of A.E. "Bill" Luders Jr. Launched during a period when Cheoy Lee Shipyard was transitioning its legendary teak craftsmanship into the realm of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), the Offshore 47 was conceived as a serious blue-water passage maker. It followed the successful lineage of the Offshore 31 and 40, offering a significant increase in internal volume and waterline length to satisfy the growing demand for long-distance family cruising. While many were delivered with the shipyard’s signature teak-clad decks and ornate joinery, the hull itself was a robust, overbuilt masterpiece of early composite engineering. According to the historical archives of the Cheoy Lee Association, the Offshore 47 was a staple of the shipyard's export success to the United States and Europe throughout the late 1960s and 1970s, cementing the brand's reputation for seaworthiness.
Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Cheoy Lee
- Model
- Offshore 47
- Builder
- Cheoy Lee Shipyard
- Designer
- A. E Luders
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1973 - ??
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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 | $149,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $89,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $137,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $124,950 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 28.8% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vagabond 47 | 46.58' | $96,065 | 24 | 8 |
| Jeanneau Sun Kiss 47 | 47.42' | $94,835 | 14 | 2 |
| Bavaria 47 | 48.06' | $124,782 | 13 | 6 |
| North Wind 47 | 46.75' | $170,427 | 12 | 4 |
| Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster | 47.42' | $117,500 | 12 | 2 |
| Hylas 47 | 46.75' | $70,000 | 10 | 6 |
| Bavaria Ocean 47 CC | 48.16' | $175,000 | 9 | 1 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 | $124,975 | 8 | 3 | |
| Formosa 47 | 46.42' | $100,437 | 6 | 1 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 41 | 40.92' | $55,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Swan 47 S&S | 47.83' | $195,000 | 3 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martinique | $149,000 | 4 | 2 |
| United States | $104,000 | 4 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 over the past 12 months is $124,975. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 8 Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 has decreased by 0.02% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Cheoy Lee Offshore 47?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $104,000, while Martinique is the most expensive at $149,000 — a 43% difference.
- Do Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 28.8% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Cheoy Lee Offshore 47?
- Comparable models include the Vagabond 47, Jeanneau Sun Kiss 47, Bavaria 47. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.