The Laser 28 represents a daring chapter in the history of Performance Sailcraft, serving as the spiritual and technical "big brother" to the ubiquitous Laser dinghy. Launched in the mid-1980s and designed by the legendary Bruce Kirby, the Laser 28 was conceived as an affordable, high-performance one-design cruiser-racer that could be easily managed by a small crew. It was a pioneer in the Ultra Light Displacement Boat (ULDB) movement for production yachts, utilizing advanced construction techniques—such as a vacuum-bagged Divinycell foam core—that were typically reserved for custom racing machines of that era. This commitment to weight savings allowed the boat to achieve a displacement of only 3,950 pounds, a figure that remains impressive for a 28-foot vessel with a full interior.
Laser 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Laser
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Performance Sailcarft/Laser International
- Designer
- Bruce Farr
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1990
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $28,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $18,639 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $18,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $18,164 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $15,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $17,530 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 28.5 | 28.42' | $12,750 | 22 | 7 |
| Contessa 28 | 27.67' | $9,463 | 14 | 6 |
| Marlow-Hunter 28 | 28.01' | $17,274 | 12 | 6 |
| Dehler 28 | 27.89' | $23,925 | 10 | 6 |
| Jeanneau First 28 | 28.21' | $28,854 | 9 | 3 |
| Laser 28 | $18,082 | 8 | 3 | |
| Sunbeam 28.1 | 27.89' | $126,014 | 7 | 3 |
| Precision 28 | 28' | $24,900 | 6 | 0 |
| Performance Laser | $6,375 | 4 | 0 | |
| Jensen Cal 28 | $4,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $18,164 | 3 | 1 |
| United States | $17,000 | 3 | 1 |
| Ireland | $18,837 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Laser 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Laser 28 over the past 12 months is $18,082. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Laser 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 8 Laser 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Laser 28 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Laser 28 has decreased by 10.28% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Laser 28?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $17,000, while Ireland is the most expensive at $18,837 — a 11% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Laser 28?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 28.5, Contessa 28, Marlow-Hunter 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.