Express 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Steve Killing·1981·Goman Boat/Express Yachting
Express 30 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
30' · 9.14 m
Displ.
8,200 lbs · 3,719 kg
First year
1981

The Express 30, introduced in 1982, represents a pivotal moment in Canadian boatbuilding where performanceoriented design met the emerging demand for cruiserracer versatility. Conceived by Steve Killing and manufactured by Goman Boat Ltd. in Midland, Ontario, the vessel was intended to challenge established contemporaries like the C&C 292 and the Tartan 30. The design reflects Killing’s background in highstakes racing, including his later work on America’s Cup contenders, resulting in a hull that prioritizes a high ballasttodisplacement ratio and a slippery underwater profile. While Goman Boat Ltd. eventually transitioned into Express Yachting, the Express 30 remained the cornerstone of their fleet, offering a sophisticated alternative for Great Lakes and coastal sailors who refused to sacrifice speed for amenities.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 22,200
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Express 30 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 2 listings

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

2 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 22,20020100.0%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Alerion 3333'$ 110,0006731
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2573919
C&C 35-334.67'$ 29,7502211
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
CS 3030'$ 25,000215
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Carter 3029.75'$ 19,524154
Express 3737.08'$ 44,990124
Sparkman & Stephens 3030.5'$ 35,00093
C&C 30 Mk II29.92'$ 34,34170
Express Yachting 30You are here$ 22,20020

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Express 30 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Express 30 over the past 12 months is $22,200. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Express 30 sailboats are for sale?+
2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Express 30 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Express 30 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
04What should I look at instead of a Express 30?+
Comparable models include Alerion 33, Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), C&C 35-3. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.