The Hinckley Pilot 35 represents a watershed moment in American yachting, marking the successful marriage of Sparkman & Stephens’ (S&S) design prowess with Hinckley’s early mastery of fiberglass construction. Introduced in 1962 as the successor to the wooden Pilot 33, the Pilot 35 was designed by the legendary firm of Sparkman & Stephens (Design No. 1727) to be a capable, elegant, and seaworthy coastal cruiser that could hold its own in club racing. Over a production run that lasted until 1975, Hinckley built 117 of these vessels, cementing the model's status as a quintessential "modern classic." The boat was a direct beneficiary of the lessons learned from the larger Bermuda 40, offering the same aesthetic of a graceful sheer line, low profile, and meticulous brightwork in a more manageable 35-foot package.
Hinckley Pilot 35 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hinckley
- Model
- Pilot 35
- Builder
- Hinckley Yachts
- Designer
- Sparkman & Stephens
- Number Built
- 117
- Production Year(s)
- 1962 - 1975
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $65,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $74,500 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $54,500 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $44,500 |
| Oct 2025 | 4 | $67,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $54,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol 35.5 | 35.5' | $44,000 | 29 | 6 |
| Dufour 35 | 35.25' | $29,452 | 23 | 11 |
| Nauticat 35 | 34.92' | $108,135 | 14 | 6 |
| Pearson 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Hinckley Pilot 35 | $54,500 | 11 | 0 | |
| Dufour Classic 35 | 35' | $51,835 | 11 | 2 |
| Cornish Crabbers Pilot 30 | 38.98' | $111,799 | 7 | 5 |
| Hinterhoeller Niagara 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 7 | 1 |
| Ohlson 35 | 34.5' | $21,937 | 7 | 2 |
| Baba 35 | 34.83' | $56,500 | 6 | 1 |
| Saga 35 | 36.5' | $90,112 | 4 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $54,500 | 11 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hinckley Pilot 35 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hinckley Pilot 35 over the past 12 months is $54,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hinckley Pilot 35 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 11 Hinckley Pilot 35 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hinckley Pilot 35?
- Comparable models include the Bristol 35.5, Dufour 35, Nauticat 35. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.