The Elizabethan 23, introduced in 1969, represents one of the most successful collaborations between the visionary builder Peter Webster and the prolific naval architect David Thomas. Designed during the formative years of fiberglass production in Lymington, the boat was conceptualized as a "miniature offshore cruiser" rather than a mere dayboat. While many 23-footers of the late 1960s were designed for sheltered estuaries, the Elizabethan 23 was built with the scantlings and ballast ratios of a much larger vessel, intended to handle the rigorous conditions of the English Channel. Its production run lasted through the mid-1970s, cementing its status as a foundational model for Peter Webster Ltd. alongside its larger siblings, the Elizabethan 29 and 31.
Elizabethan 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Elizabethan
- Model
- 23
- Builder
- Peter Webster Ltd.
- Designer
- David Thomas
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1969 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $3,990 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $2,570 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twister 28 | 28.25' | $16,907 | 18 | 4 |
| Pearson 323 | 32.25' | $23,450 | 16 | 3 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,648 | 16 | 7 |
| Westerly Pageant 23 | 23' | $6,763 | 11 | 3 |
| Com-Pac 23 | 22.75' | $6,950 | 9 | 3 |
| Elizabethan 29 | 29' | $7,067 | 6 | 1 |
| Hunter Boats Channel 32/323 | 32.35' | $38,209 | 6 | 2 |
| Com-Pac 23 Mk IV | 23.92' | $32,950 | 5 | 2 |
| Leisure 23 SL | 22.64' | $6,255 | 4 | 3 |
| Elizabethan 23 | $3,787 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3,787 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Elizabethan 23 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Elizabethan 23 over the past 12 months is $3,787. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Elizabethan 23 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Elizabethan 23 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Elizabethan 23?
- Comparable models include the Twister 28, Pearson 323, Contessa 26. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.