Degerö 28 MS Buyer's Guide
Shopping the brokerage market for a Degerö 28 MS means looking at a Finnish-built long-keel cruiser designed in the early eighties by Risto Kristeri and Seppo Mäkelä, a 28-foot yacht whose traditional hull form and motor-cutter practicality have kept it in demand among sheltered-water cruisers. Built from 1981 by Degerö Yachts, the boat's solid fibreglass construction and shallow draft make it a realistic candidate for buyers who want volume and finish without a fin-keeled racer's habits.
Layouts on the Used Market
The Degerö 28 MS carries its 9.8-foot beam across a 27.7-foot hull, a proportion that gives it more interior room than most comparable designs. The long keel draws only 1.10 to 1.20 meters dependent on load, so many examples will suit shallow harbours. The standard layout holds 114 liters of fresh water and 114 liters of diesel, supporting self-sufficient weekends. The complete version with bow platform, teak deck, and teak bulwark represents the most desirable specification, and teak decks are commonly seen on the used market.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
Used Degerö 28 MS yachts commonly carry a bow thruster, autopilot, chartplotter, and heating, all of which reduce handling effort in marinas and extend shoulder-season use. Solar panels and a furling main are also commonly fitted, simplifying power management and sail handling. A spinnaker and electric winches appear on many boats, as do hot water and a dodger for comfort, while dinghy davits round out a cruising-oriented inventory. The Volvo Penta D1-30 diesel at 28 horsepower is the inboard engine, and extensive electronic navigation is a factory-available option that many owners specified.
What to Inspect
The ballast ratio sits well below average for the design, meaning the iron ballast's attachment to the long keel and any signs of keel-bolt corrosion deserve attention. The capsize screening value of 2.01 confirms a coastal role, so verify rigging and the masthead sloop's standing rigging for age rather than offshore wear. Teak decks on the complete version should be checked for caulking condition.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
The Degerö 28 MS is typically found in Germany, the United Kingdom, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Poland. For a buyer, the priorities are clear:
- Prefer the complete version with teak deck and bulwark for resale and character
- Confirm bow thruster and autopilot function for close-quarters ease
- Inspect keel-ballast joint and teak caulking on decked examples
- Verify Volvo Penta D1-30 service history
- Treat the boat as a coastal cruiser, not an ocean racer
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Degerö 28 MS. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 4 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25 | 1 | $20,372 | — |
| May 26 | 2 | $51,920 | +154.9% |
| Jun 26 | 2 | $74,655 | +43.8% |
| Jul 26 | 2 | $36,495 | -51.1% |
Where they're listed
Degerö 28 MS listings appear across 5 countries. Germany has the most listings with 2 (33.3%), followed by United Kingdom and Netherlands.
Country view
6 listings · 5 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $34,574 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| United Kingdom | $67,822 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Netherlands | $20,372 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Poland | $34,691 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Sweden | $72,990 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
Comparable models
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| LM 28 | 28' | $ 27,153 | 23 | 8 |
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| Nordship 28 | 28.71' | $ 22,713 | 10 | 2 |
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