The Leisure 17 stands as one of the most significant achievements in the history of British production yachting. Launched by Cobramold Ltd. at the 1967 London Boat Show, this 17-foot pocket cruiser was designed by Arthur Howard to provide an affordable, seaworthy, and trailerable entry point into the world of yachting. Despite its diminutive length, the "Seventeen" was engineered with a robustness that far exceeded the expectations of a typical daysailer, eventually earning a reputation for being nearly indestructible. With approximately 3,000 units produced between 1967 and 1996, the model became a ubiquitous sight in European coastal waters, particularly in the United Kingdom, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Leisure 17 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Leisure
- Model
- 17
- Builder
- Leisure Yachts
- Designer
- Arhur C. Howard
- Number Built
- 3400
- Production Year(s)
- 1966 - 1996
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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 | $2,435 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | $2,155 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $5,404 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Cutter 19 | 23.62' | $17,964 | 14 | 9 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| Com-Pac 16 | 16' | $4,950 | 7 | 1 |
| Friendship 22 | 22' | $9,426 | 7 | 4 |
| Montgomery 17 | 17.08' | $5,750 | 6 | 1 |
| Westerly GK 29 | 29' | $17,674 | 5 | 3 |
| Leisure 17 | $2,494 | 4 | 0 | |
| Leisure 23 SL | 22.64' | $6,256 | 4 | 3 |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-2 | 17.33' | $24,000 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2,435 | 3 | 0 |
| Switzerland | $2,552 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Leisure 17 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Leisure 17 over the past 12 months is $2,494. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Leisure 17 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Leisure 17 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Leisure 17?
- United Kingdom currently has the lowest median asking price at $2,435, while Switzerland is the most expensive at $2,552 — a 5% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Leisure 17?
- Comparable models include the Cape Cutter 19, Pearson 26, Com-Pac 16. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.