The Hunter Sonata, designed by David Thomas and launched in 1976, is widely regarded as one of the most successful small cruiser-racers in British yachting history. Produced by Hunter Boats Ltd (UK), the design was born from a collaboration between Thomas and builder Peter Poland, who sought to create a production glass-fibre version of Thomas’s successful quarter-tonner, Quarto. The result was a 22-foot 8-inch "mini-tonner" that offered a potent blend of competitive racing prowess and sufficient accommodation for family coastal cruising. Between 1976 and 1990, approximately 479 hulls were produced, and the model achieved the rare distinction of being awarded National Status by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA).
Hunter Sonata 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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- Sonata 23
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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 | 1 | $4,711 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 22 | 23.83' | $6,475 | 68 | 11 |
| Catalina 27 | 26.83' | $7,725 | 62 | 19 |
| Hunter Boats Horizon 23 | 22.75' | $10,139 | 12 | 8 |
| Hunter Boats Sonata | $4,122 | 11 | 6 | |
| Beneteau First 25 | 24.61' | $9,396 | 9 | 5 |
| S2 7.9 | 25.92' | $11,000 | 9 | 3 |
| Dehler Varianta | 21' | $2,807 | 8 | 1 |
| Hunter 23 | 23.25' | $5,600 | 7 | 1 |
| Ultimate 20 | 20.83' | $15,000 | 6 | 2 |
| Catalina Capri 22 | 24.66' | $11,748 | 2 | 0 |
| Hunter Sonata 23 | $4,711 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| Ireland | $4,711 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hunter Sonata 23 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hunter Sonata 23 over the past 12 months is $4,711. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hunter Sonata 23 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Hunter Sonata 23 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hunter Sonata 23?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 22, Catalina 27, Hunter Boats Horizon 23. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.