The J/7 represents a specific and somewhat rare chapter in the history of J/Boats, emerging in the early 1990s as a bridge between the traditional keelboat and the high-performance racing dinghy. Designed by Rod Johnstone and built by TPI Composites, the J/7 was marketed as a "high-performance dayboat" that prioritized speed and physical engagement over the lead-heavy stability of the earlier J/24. At 22.5 feet, it was designed to be easily trailered and launched, featuring a retractable lead-bulb keel that allowed it to be ramp-launched like a much smaller boat. While it did not achieve the massive production numbers of its siblings, the J/7 served as a critical design laboratory for the asymmetrical spinnaker and retractable bowsprit technologies that would later define the brand’s global dominance in the sportboat category.
J-Boats J/7 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- J-Boats
- Model
- J/7
- Builder
- J/Boats
- Designer
- Alan Johnstone
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2024 - ??
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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 | $54,850 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Boats J/105 | 34.5' | $59,500 | 28 | 15 |
| J-Boats J/70 | 22.74' | $45,000 | 25 | 12 |
| J-Boats J/80 | 26.25' | $29,452 | 23 | 7 |
| Beneteau First 27.7 | 29.04' | $37,195 | 17 | 6 |
| J-Boats J/24 | 24' | $5,857 | 14 | 9 |
| J-Boats J/133 | 43' | $179,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Judel/Vrolijk J/30 | 29.83' | $12,000 | 11 | 4 |
| S2 7.9 | 25.92' | $11,000 | 9 | 3 |
| Ultimate 20 | 20.83' | $15,000 | 6 | 2 |
| J Boats J/9 | 28' | $139,000 | 2 | 0 |
| J Boats J/7 | $54,850 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $54,850 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used J-Boats J/7 cost?
- The median asking price for a used J-Boats J/7 over the past 12 months is $54,850. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many J-Boats J/7 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 J-Boats J/7 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the J-Boats J/7?
- Comparable models include the J Boats J/105, J-Boats J/70, J-Boats J/80. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.