The Hunter 170, introduced in 1999, represented a significant technological pivot for Hunter Marine as the company sought to dominate the family daysailer market with a "maintenance-free" platform. Developed as a joint venture with JY Sailboats, the 170 was built using Hunter's proprietary Advanced Composite Process (ACP), a departure from traditional hand-laid fiberglass. This construction consists of a thermoformed Luran-S (ABS plastic) outer skin from BASF, a high-density foam core, and an inner structural skin. The result, as noted in contemporary evaluations by Sailing Magazine, was a vessel marketed for its impact resistance, unsinkability, and a light-weight profile—tipping the scales at just 480 pounds—making it exceptionally easy to trailer and launch.
Hunter 170 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hunter
- Model
- 170
- Builder
- Hunter Marine
- Designer
- Hunter Design Team
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1998 - 2010
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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 | $2,550 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 31 | 31.33' | $19,900 | 47 | 23 |
| Hunter 240 | 24.08' | $9,333 | 15 | 5 |
| Hunter Boats Horizon 23 | 22.75' | $10,144 | 12 | 8 |
| Hunter 290 | 28.58' | $26,900 | 11 | 2 |
| Hunter Boats Sonata | $4,123 | 11 | 6 | |
| Hunter 23.5 | 23.67' | $6,625 | 8 | 1 |
| Hunter 23 | 23.25' | $5,600 | 7 | 1 |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| Hunter 260 | 26.25' | $18,745 | 4 | 2 |
| Hunter 26 | 25.75' | $15,000 | 3 | 3 |
| Hunter 170 | $2,550 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $2,550 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hunter 170 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hunter 170 over the past 12 months is $2,550. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hunter 170 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Hunter 170 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hunter 170?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 31, Hunter 240, Hunter Boats Horizon 23. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.