The Flying Scot stands as a masterwork of mid-century naval architecture, designed in 1957 by Sandy Douglass to bridge the gap between high-performance racing dinghies and stable family daysailers. At 19 feet in length, this fiberglass sloop has become one of the most enduring one-design classes in North American history, with over 6,000 hulls produced. Its longevity is a testament to Douglass's vision of a "family-sized" boat that remains manageable for a crew of two or three but can comfortably accommodate six adults for a casual afternoon sail. Unlike the more temperamental racing machines of its era, the Flying Scot features a wide 6-foot-9-inch beam and a heavy lead-ballasted centerboard, providing a level of "picket fence" stability that appeals to sailing schools and recreational cruisers alike. While the design was initially part of the Douglass & McLeod portfolio, the production eventually moved to Flying Scot Inc., which continues to build the boat to the same strict one-design specifications today.
Flying Scot Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Flying
- Model
- Scot
- Builder
- Flying Scot Inc.
- Designer
- Gordon K. Douglass
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1958 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 2 | $8,600 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $25,100 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Catalina Capri 14.2 | 14.17' | $4,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Colgate 26 | 25.67' | $25,000 | 9 | 1 |
| Pearson Ensign | 22.5' | $7,950 | 7 | 1 |
| Rhodes 19 | 19.17' | $3,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Flying Scot | $17,850 | 4 | 0 | |
| Performance Laser | $6,375 | 4 | 0 | |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| Beneteau First 14 | 14.11' | $12,488 | 3 | 1 |
| Frauscher H-Boat | 27.25' | $10,485 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $17,850 | 4 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Flying Scot cost?
- The median asking price for a used Flying Scot over the past 12 months is $17,850. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Flying Scot sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Flying Scot listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Flying Scot?
- Comparable models include the Tartan 30, Catalina Capri 14.2, Colgate 26. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.