Elan 31 Sailboats for Sale

J & J Design/N. Jeppesen·1983 – 1989·~1,000 hulls·Elan Marine (SLOV)

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type: Monohull · fin
Rig: Fractional Sloop
LOA: 30.84' · 9.4 m
Disp.: 7,716 lbs · 3,500 kg
First year: 1983

The Elan 31, designed by J&J Design and launched in 1983, represents the foundational moment in the history of the Slovenian shipyard. Before this model, Elan was primarily known for smaller craft and sporting equipment; however, the 31 catapulted the brand into the competitive European cruiserracer market. With over 900 units produced, it remains one of the most successful designs in the company’s history. The vessel was engineered to meet the demands of the 1980s sailing public who desired a boat capable of competitive club racing under various handicap rules while maintaining the interior volume necessary for family coastal cruising. It is often referred to as the "Original" Elan 31 to distinguish it from the Rob Humphreysdesigned Elan 31 released in the late 1990s. The J&J version is characterized by its balanced lines, moderate displacement, and a hull form that reflects the transitional period between IORinfluenced shapes and modern performance cruisers.

Specs & Review

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo

$ 46,502

Asking price · 12 listings

Recent listings · 90 d

12 tracked · 12 mo

3-month price trend

+19.1%

vs. 12-mo median

Countries with listings

United Kingdom (27.3%) · Portugal (27.3%) · Canada (9.1%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · showing 10 newest

Price & volume trends

Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Elan 31. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.

Price and listing activity

10 months · 12 listings

Median ask (USD) Listings

Monthly breakdown · 7 rows

Month	Listings	Median ask	Δ vs. last mo.
Sep 25	2	$ 53,841	—
Dec 25	2	$ 42,112	-21.8%
Feb 26	1	$ 44,957	+6.8%
Mar 26	3	$ 28,454	-36.7%
Apr 26	1	$ 28,454	0.0%
May 26	2	$ 57,353	+101.6%
Jun 26	1	$ 62,753	+9.4%

Where they're listed

Elan 31 listings appear across 7 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 3 (27.3%), followed by Portugal and Canada.

Median ask by country

USD · past 12 months

Share of listings

Count · past 12 months

Country view

11 listings · 7 countries

Country	Median ask	Listings · 12 mo	Active · 90 d	Share
United Kingdom	$ 48,047	3	1	27.3%
Portugal	$ 28,454	3	0	27.3%
Canada	$ 25,644	1	0	9.1%
Germany	$ 54,631	1	0	9.1%
Italy	$ 55,769	1	0	9.1%
Sweden	$ 62,753	1	1	9.1%
Slovenia	$ 44,957	1	0	9.1%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

7 similar designs

Model	LOA	Median ask	Listings · 12 mo	Active · 90 d
Beneteau Oceanis 31	31.69'	$ 77,075	86	26
Hallberg-Rassy 31	31.56'	$ 93,641	46	11
Dehler 31	30.84'	$ 26,747	42	11
Moody S31	31.76'	$ 44,043	27	13
Tartan 31	31.33'	$ 36,500	18	6
Jeanneau Sun Sun Odyssey 31	30.51'	$ 33,006	15	6
Elan Boats 31You are here	—	$ 46,502	12	3

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Elan 31 cost?+

The median asking price for a used Elan 31 over the past 12 months is $46,502. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.

02How many Elan 31 sailboats are for sale?+

3 Elan 31 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 12 have been tracked across the past 12 months.

03Are Elan 31 prices going up or down?+

The median asking price for the Elan 31 is up 19.1% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.

04Where are Elan 31 sailboats for sale?+

The top markets for used Elan 31 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (27.3%), Portugal (27.3%), Canada (9.1%).

05What should I look at instead of a Elan 31?+

Comparable models include Beneteau Oceanis 31, Hallberg-Rassy 31, Dehler 31. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.