Gulf 32 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

William Garden·1965 – 1990·~400 hulls·Gulf Marine Products/Capital Yachts Inc.
Gulf 32 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Cutter
LOA
32' · 9.75 m
Displ.
15,000 lbs · 6,804 kg
First year
1965

The Gulf 32 is a quintessential example of the "sailing pilothouse" concept, blending the interior protection of a motorsailer with the traditional underbody of a heavyweather cruiser. Designed by the prolific naval architect William Garden and primarily produced by Capital Yachts in Harbor City, California, the Gulf 32 was a response to sailors who desired the visibility and comfort of a deck saloon without sacrificing the windward performance of a standard sloop. Unlike many of its contemporaries that utilized shallow drafts and oversized engines, the Gulf 32 features a deep, fullkeel design that prioritizes stability and tracking over lightair agility. It was built during an era when Capital Yachts was refining its reputation for robust, handlaid fiberglass construction, positioning the 32 as the flagship of their "Gulf" line.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 26,500
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+5.7%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Canada (66.7%) · United States (33.3%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Gulf 32 listings span 2 countries. Canada leads with 2 listings (66.7%), followed by United States.

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

Country breakdown

3 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Canada$ 28,4232266.7%
United States$ 25,0001033.3%

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
Sadler 3231.5'$ 22,3274829
Island Packet 3235'$ 68,000367
Westsail 3232'$ 25,0003112
Nicholson 3232'$ 17,838229
Wauquiez Centurion 32$ 26,1781813
Nauticat 3232.15'$ 91,915157
Gulfstar 44 Kth44.67'$ 44,500138
Morgan 3231.92'$ 24,931102
Gulfstar 3737'$ 25,000105
Bristol 3232'$ 15,95061
Gulf 32You are here$ 26,50043

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Gulf 32 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Gulf 32 over the past 12 months is $26,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Gulf 32 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Gulf 32 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Gulf 32 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Gulf 32 has increased by 5.7% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Gulf 32 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Gulf 32 listings over the past 12 months are Canada (66.7%), United States (33.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Gulf 32?+
Comparable models include Sadler 32, Island Packet 32, Westsail 32. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.