The Frers 30 represents a high-pedigree intersection of Argentinian design elegance and American performance engineering. Launched in the late 1980s, the yacht was born from a collaboration between the legendary naval architect Germán Frers and Carroll Marine of Warren, Rhode Island. During an era where many 30-footers were drifting toward voluminous, heavy cruising accommodations, the Frers 30 stayed true to a racer-cruiser ethos, offering a stiff, responsive platform that could hold its own on a Wednesday night race course while providing sufficient amenities for a coastal-cruising couple. The boat is often characterized by its clean, low-profile deck lines and a hull shape that, while influenced by the International Offshore Rule (IOR) of the time, avoids the more extreme "distortions" seen in many 1980s designs, resulting in a more predictable and seaworthy motion.
Frers 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Frers
- Model
- 30
- Builder
- Carroll Marine
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1987 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $14,900 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $12,999 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $14,900 |
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 42.7% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 38 | 40.2' | $35,218 | 26 | 8 |
| CS 30 | 30' | $29,950 | 18 | 4 |
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Judel/Vrolijk J/30 | 29.83' | $12,000 | 11 | 4 |
| Sabre 30-3 | 30.58' | $22,000 | 11 | 0 |
| Freedom 30 | 29.97' | $20,950 | 8 | 2 |
| C&C 30 Mk II | 29.92' | $44,084 | 8 | 1 |
| Dufour F39 | 39.3' | $53,013 | 8 | 4 |
| Sparkman & Stephens 30 | 30.5' | $35,000 | 7 | 2 |
| Jeanneau Sun Light 30 | 30.02' | $30,394 | 5 | 3 |
| Frers 30 | $13,950 | 4 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $13,950 | 4 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Frers 30 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Frers 30 over the past 12 months is $13,950. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Frers 30 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Frers 30 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Do Frers 30 listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of Frers 30 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 42.7% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Frers 30?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 38, CS 30, Tartan 30. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.