The Elizabethan 31 represents a significant milestone in the evolution of British yacht design, marking the transition from the traditional, long-keeled aesthetic of the early 1960s to the more contemporary, performance-oriented shapes of the 1970s. Designed by the legendary David Thomas and built by Peter Webster Ltd. at the Ropewalk Boat Yard in Lymington, the Elizabethan 31 was introduced in 1969. It was Thomas's first major commercial success, showcasing his ability to blend speed with seaworthiness—a trait that would later define his career with designs like the Sigma series. Unlike its predecessor, the C.R. Holman-designed Elizabethan 29, which drew heavily on the Folkboat tradition, the 31 featured a more modern fin keel and skeg-hung rudder, a configuration that offered improved agility without sacrificing the tracking required for offshore passage-making.
Elizabethan 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Elizabethan
- Model
- 31
- Builder
- Peter Webster Ltd.
- Designer
- David Thomas
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1968 - ??
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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 | 2 | $18,868 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,233 | 44 | 24 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 31 | 31.56' | $109,561 | 32 | 13 |
| Tartan 31 | 31.33' | $34,000 | 14 | 0 |
| Westerly Berwick 31 | 31' | $19,578 | 12 | 7 |
| CAL 31 | 31.5' | $10,500 | 9 | 2 |
| Golden Hind 31 | 31.5' | $12,849 | 9 | 2 |
| Morgan 32 | 31.92' | $24,950 | 8 | 3 |
| Elan 31 | 30.84' | $46,534 | 7 | 3 |
| Elizabethan 29 | 29' | $7,067 | 6 | 1 |
| Bristol 32 | 32' | $16,900 | 5 | 0 |
| Elizabethan 31 | $18,868 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $18,868 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Elizabethan 31 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Elizabethan 31 over the past 12 months is $18,868. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Elizabethan 31 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Elizabethan 31 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Elizabethan 31?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Hallberg-Rassy 31, Tartan 31. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.