The Liberty 28 is a stout, heavy-displacement cutter designed by Peter Hoyt and primarily constructed at the Shin Fa shipyard in Taiwan during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Emerging from the "Golden Age" of Taiwanese boatbuilding, this 28-foot double-ender was conceived as a scaled-down blue water cruiser, intended to provide the seaworthiness and aesthetic of much larger traditional vessels like the Westsail 32 or the Hans Christian series. Characterized by its substantial bowsprit, heavy teak joinery, and a full-keel configuration, the Liberty 28 occupies a niche market for solo sailors or couples seeking a "pocket cruiser" capable of transoceanic passages. Unlike many contemporary 28-footers designed for coastal racing or weekend hops, the Liberty 28 prioritizes tracking and ultimate stability over light-air speed or maneuverability.
Liberty 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Liberty
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Liberty Yachts
- Designer
- Joe Fennell
- Number Built
- 70
- Production Year(s)
- 1978 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $19,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twister 28 | 28.25' | $16,899 | 18 | 4 |
| Colvic Countess 28 | 28' | $13,181 | 15 | 3 |
| LM 28 | 28' | $25,321 | 15 | 5 |
| Cape Dory 28 | 28.1' | $17,500 | 13 | 3 |
| Vancouver 28 | 28.02' | $45,593 | 12 | 5 |
| Sabre 28-2 | 28.42' | $15,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Tartan 28 | 28.25' | $23,250 | 10 | 3 |
| Herreshoff H-28 | 26.94' | $12,892 | 10 | 3 |
| Shannon 28 | 28' | $50,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Liberty 28 | $19,500 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $19,500 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Liberty 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Liberty 28 over the past 12 months is $19,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Liberty 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Liberty 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Liberty 28 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Liberty 28 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Liberty 28?
- Comparable models include the Twister 28, Colvic Countess 28, LM 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.