Compromis 888 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Frans Maas·1989·Jachtwerf Zaadnoordijk BV
Approximate drawing

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Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
28.54' · 8.7 m
Disp.
7,496 lbs · 3,400 kg
First year
1989

The Compromis 888, designed by the prolific Frans Maas and built by Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders in the Netherlands, represents a masterclass in the "big small boat" philosophy. Introduced in the late 1980s as an evolution of the successful 777 and a precursor to the 999, the 888 was engineered for the demanding conditions of the North Sea while prioritizing the comfort of a family cruiser. It is characterized by its significant beam and high freeboard, which provide an internal volume more commonly associated with 32foot vessels of its era. This model solidified the Zaadnoordijk reputation for "polderproof" construction—yachts that are equally at home navigating shallow Dutch estuaries as they are crossing open coastal waters.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 27,680
Ask, not sold · 12 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
9
12 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-3.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

10 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

2 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Compromis 888You are here$ 27,680129
Dehler Optima 9832.15'$ 28,64796

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Compromis 888 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Compromis 888 over the past 12 months is $27,680. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Compromis 888 sailboats are for sale?+
9 Compromis 888 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 12 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Compromis 888 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Compromis 888 has decreased by 3.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Do Compromis 888 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Compromis 888 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 0.7% 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.
05What should I look at instead of a Compromis 888?+
Comparable models include Dehler Optima 98. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.