The Clansman 30 is a quintessential example of the rugged, "over-built" era of early Australian fiberglass production. Designed by Bruce Fairlie and manufactured by East Coast Yachts in Gosford, New South Wales, between 1965 and 1985, the model earned a reputation as a formidable blue-water cruiser despite its modest 30-foot length. Heavily influenced by the narrow-beam aesthetic of the Elizabethan 29 and the functional design of mid-century caravans, the Clansman 30 features a solid glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) hull that is noted for its extreme thickness and durability. With 108 hulls produced, the vessel remains a common sight in Australian waters and has a documented history of successful long-range transoceanic passages.
Clansman 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Clansman
- Model
- 30
- Builder
- Fairlite Plastics/East Coast Yachts (AUSTRALIA)
- Designer
- Bruce Fairlie
- Number Built
- 105
- Production Year(s)
- 1966 - 1985
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $16,429 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $10,738 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS 30 | 30' | $29,950 | 18 | 4 |
| Sabre 30-1 | 29.92' | $21,900 | 15 | 3 |
| Dufour Classic 30 | 30' | $35,283 | 14 | 7 |
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Cape Dory 30 C | 30.21' | $17,000 | 11 | 2 |
| Seadog 30 | 30' | $16,230 | 8 | 2 |
| Cornish Crabbers Pilot 30 | 38.98' | $111,799 | 7 | 5 |
| Baba 30 | 29.75' | $45,709 | 7 | 0 |
| Clansman 30 | $11,382 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $11,382 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Clansman 30 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Clansman 30 over the past 12 months is $11,382. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Clansman 30 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Clansman 30 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Clansman 30 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Clansman 30 has decreased by 5.66% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Clansman 30?
- Comparable models include the CS 30, Sabre 30-1, Dufour Classic 30. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.