The Grampian 23, designed by Alex McGruer and introduced in the early 1970s, serves as a testament to the era of "pocket cruisers" that prioritized interior volume and stability over raw racing speed. Built by Ontario’s Grampian Marine during the company’s peak years, this model was developed to offer a more manageable and trailorable alternative to the legendary Grampian 26, while retaining the "big boat" feel that defined the brand. With a beam of 8 feet 2 inches, the 23-footer was notably wide for its time, a design choice intended to maximize cabin space and provide a stiff, upright sailing experience for families and novice sailors.
Grampian 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

- Make
- Grampian
- Model
- 23
- Builder
- Grampian Marine
- Designer
- Alex McGruer
- Number Built
- 450
- Production Year(s)
- 1971 - 1976
Below are the most recent Grampian 23 sailboat listings (up to 10).
Standard listing sites miss the technical details sailors need. Our database of 10,000+ models unlocks advanced filtering so you can search by keel type, rig configuration, and performance ratios—even when the seller forgot to include them.
Search across multiple sailboat listing websites at once, and get notified of new listings!
Example: Daily emails for "40 ft fin keel fractional sloops under $200k in Canada"Start Searching Now

| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DISCLAIMER: We are not affiliated with any external listing websites in any way. We simply aggregate publicly available listings to make it easier for buyers to find sailboats for sale. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the listings, so please verify all information with the seller before making any decisions.
Market Overview
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Pearson 323 | 32.25' | $23,450 | 16 | 3 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,223 | 13 | 3 |
| Westerly Pageant 23 | 23' | $6,760 | 11 | 3 |
| Com-Pac 23 | 22.75' | $6,950 | 9 | 3 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Com-Pac 23 Mk IV | 23.92' | $32,950 | 5 | 2 |
| Leisure 23 SL | 22.64' | $6,253 | 4 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Grampian 23?
- Comparable models include the Cape Dory 25, Pearson 323, Moody 27. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.