Gallant 53 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

E. G. van de Stadt·1966 – 1973·~22 hulls·Tylers Boat Co.Southern Ocean Shipyards Ltd.
Gallant 53 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
53.18' · 16.21 m
Displ.
40,000 lbs · 18,144 kg
First year
1966

The Gallant 53 stands as a monumental achievement in the history of composite boatbuilding, being the first fiberglass yacht to be awarded the prestigious Lloyd’s Yacht of the Year in 1968. Designed by the legendary E.G. van de Stadt and built by Southern Ocean Shipyard in Poole, England, the Gallant 53 was, at the time of its debut, the largest production GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) sailing yacht in the world. It was conceived during an era when fiberglass was still a nascent technology for large vessels, leading to a build specification that prioritized structural overengineering. The vessel's reputation was forged by its blend of traditional aesthetic grace—featuring a long, elegant overhang and a moderate beam—with a hull capable of enduring the most punishing Southern Ocean conditions. Approximately 22 units were produced between 1967 and 1973, many of which continue to serve as dedicated bluewater cruisers today.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 161,702
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-1.1%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
United Kingdom (50.0%) · Netherlands (25.0%) · New Zealand (25.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Gallant 53 listings span 3 countries. United Kingdom leads with 2 listings (50.0%), followed by Netherlands and New Zealand.

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 174,9152150.0%
Netherlands$ 144,8541125.0%
New Zealand$ 148,5511025.0%

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
Moody 5453.92'$ 523,0823412
Oyster Yachts 5353'$ 455,0002615
Valiant 40 (101-199)39.92'$ 69,9002112
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999176
Hallberg-Rassy 5353.94'$ 439,500167
Jongert Trewes 5355.28'$ 343,228139
Roberts 53$ 114,67192
Swan 5353'$ 366,49893
Contest 4342.65'$ 190,81286
Van De Stadt 53You are here$ 161,70242
Valiant 5050.67'$ 355,00041

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Gallant 53 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Gallant 53 over the past 12 months is $161,702. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Gallant 53 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Gallant 53 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Gallant 53 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Gallant 53 has decreased by 1.1% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Gallant 53 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Gallant 53 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (50.0%), Netherlands (25.0%), New Zealand (25.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Gallant 53?+
Comparable models include Moody 54, Oyster Yachts 53, Valiant 40 (101-199). See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.