The Gulfstar 36 stands as a quintessential example of the "motor-sailer" craze that swept the American boating market in the early 1970s. Designed by Vince Lazzara, a man whose influence on fiberglass construction is documented by Cruising World, the 36 was one of the first models to leverage mass-production techniques to offer immense living space at a price point accessible to the middle class. Launched in 1971, the Gulfstar 36 Motor Sailer was built on a hull that prioritized volume and a shallow draft over raw sailing performance, making it a favorite for coastal cruisers and liveaboards in Florida and the Bahamas.
Gulfstar 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Gulfstar
- Model
- 36
- Builder
- Gulfstar Yachts
- Designer
- Richard Lazzarra/ David Jones
- Number Built
- 23
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1985
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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 2026 | 1 | $20,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 36 | 36.33' | $37,750 | 134 | 30 |
| Bavaria 36 | 37.89' | $70,684 | 89 | 36 |
| Gulfstar 44 | 44.67' | $88,880 | 12 | 2 |
| Pearson 36 | 36.56' | $22,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Moody 36-1 | 36' | $52,232 | 11 | 2 |
| Gulfstar 60 | 60.5' | $325,000 | 10 | 4 |
| Gulfstar 50 | 50' | $89,500 | 10 | 2 |
| Gulfstar 44 Kth | 44.67' | $49,000 | 9 | 3 |
| Gulfstar 37 | 37' | $25,000 | 7 | 2 |
| Gulfstar 41 | 41' | $28,000 | 7 | 4 |
| Gulfstar 36 | $20,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $20,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Gulfstar 36 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Gulfstar 36 over the past 12 months is $20,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Gulfstar 36 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Gulfstar 36 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Gulfstar 36 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Gulfstar 36 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Gulfstar 36?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 36, Bavaria 36, Gulfstar 44. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.