The Hinckley Sou'wester Jr. 30 stands as a landmark in American maritime history, representing the bridge between the traditional era of wooden yacht construction and the modern age of fiberglass. Designed by the prestigious naval architecture firm Sparkman & Stephens (Design #1255), the Sou'wester Junior was conceived in the mid-1950s as a smaller, more accessible sibling to the legendary Hinckley fleet. While the earliest hulls were crafted in Philippine mahogany over oak frames, the model became one of the pioneers of the fiberglass revolution when Hinckley transitioned production in approximately 1960. Its aesthetic is the definition of a "classic" cruiser: a graceful spoon bow, a long, elegant overhang at the stern, and a low-profile cabin trunk that maintains the vessel's sleek, seaworthy silhouette.
Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

- Make
- Hinckley
- Model
- Sou'wester JR 30
- Builder
- Hinckley Yachts
- Designer
- Hinckley
- Number Built
- 9
- Production Year(s)
- 1948 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $447,500 |
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 7.5% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westerly 33 | 33.27' | $29,236 | 26 | 11 |
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 42/43 | 42.75' | $259,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Sabre 30-3 | 30.58' | $22,000 | 11 | 0 |
| Sparkman & Stephens 45 | 45.08' | $67,500 | 6 | 5 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,781 | 5 | 2 |
| Downeaster 38 | 38' | $47,450 | 4 | 3 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 59 | 59.25' | $449,000 | 3 | 0 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 | $447,500 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $447,500 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 over the past 12 months is $447,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Do Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 7.5% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hinckley Sou'wester JR 30?
- Comparable models include the Westerly 33, Tartan 30, Hinckley Sou'wester 42/43. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.