The Moody 34, introduced in 1983, represents a pivotal moment in British yacht design where the focus shifted toward maximizing internal volume and safety for offshore cruising. Designed by Bill Dixon, this model was the first in a successful lineage of center-cockpit cruisers that prioritized the "live-aboard" experience over racing aesthetics. Produced by Marine Projects in Plymouth, the hull was built to a high standard of robustness, featuring a thick GRP layup that has allowed many examples to remain in active service decades later. According to the Moody Owners Association, the 34 was produced until 1986, at which point it was superseded by the Moody 346, a sibling model built on the exact same hull but featuring an integrated sugar-scoop swim platform. Together, these two variants solidified the brand's reputation for building mid-sized vessels that feel significantly larger than their length overall (LOA) suggests.
Moody 34 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Moody
- Model
- 34
- Builder
- Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)
- Designer
- Bill Dixon
- Number Built
- 165
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1986
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $44,324 |
| Oct 2025 | 3 | $40,581 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $42,610 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $39,904 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $47,276 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $43,759 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moody 346 | 34.5' | $54,101 | 33 | 6 |
| Moody 31 Mk I | 30.75' | $28,374 | 22 | 11 |
| Moody 35 | 34.5' | $67,601 | 20 | 9 |
| Moody 30 | 30' | $16,225 | 13 | 6 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,232 | 13 | 3 |
| Moody 34 | $42,948 | 12 | 5 | |
| Moody 37 | 37' | $67,567 | 12 | 3 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,368 | 10 | 5 |
| Moody 333 | 33' | $27,043 | 8 | 6 |
| Moody 39 | 38.58' | $60,195 | 7 | 2 |
| Moody 38 | 37.5' | $96,616 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $42,610 | 9 | 4 |
| France | $45,362 | 1 | 0 |
| Netherlands | $58,323 | 1 | 1 |
| United States | $38,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Moody 34 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Moody 34 over the past 12 months is $42,948. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Moody 34 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 12 Moody 34 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Moody 34 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Moody 34 has increased by 10.08% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Moody 34?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $38,000, while Netherlands is the most expensive at $58,323 — a 53% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Moody 34?
- Comparable models include the Moody 346, Moody 31 Mk I, Moody 35. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.