Moody 39 Sailboats for Sale

Angus Primrose·1975 – 1978·~82 hulls·Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)

Approximate drawing

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Hull Type: Monohull · long
Rig: Masthead Sloop
LOA: 38.58' · 11.76 m
Disp.: 18,078 lbs · 8,200 kg
First year: 1975

The Moody 39, introduced in the early 1990s, represents a refined era of Bill Dixon’s design influence on the British shipyard. Conceived as a highvolume aftcockpit alternative to the centercockpit Moody 40, the 39 was built during a period when A.H. Moody & Sons was perfecting the "modern classic" cruiser—a yacht capable of crossing oceans while providing the creature comforts of a Mediterranean coastal hopper. The model is characterized by its robust GRP construction, a moderatetoheavy displacement, and a hull form that prioritizes stability and predictable motion over outright racing speed. According to the Moody Owners Association, the Moody 39 shares the same hull as the Moody 40, demonstrating the builder’s strategy of offering diverse deck layouts on a singular, proven underwater profile.

Specs & Review

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo

$ 53,496

Asking price · 12 listings

Recent listings · 90 d

12 tracked · 12 mo

3-month price trend

-12.5%

vs. 12-mo median

Countries with listings

United Kingdom (66.7%) · Spain (16.7%) · Greece (16.7%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · showing 10 newest

Price & volume trends

Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Moody 39. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.

Price and listing activity

10 months · 12 listings

Median ask (USD) Listings

Monthly breakdown · 7 rows

Month	Listings	Median ask	Δ vs. last mo.
Sep 25	2	$ 59,588	—
Nov 25	2	$ 56,542	-5.1%
Jan 26	2	$ 45,427	-19.7%
Mar 26	1	$ 53,496	+17.8%
Apr 26	3	$ 53,496	0.0%
May 26	1	$ 40,105	-25.0%
Jun 26	1	$ 74,236	+85.1%

Where they're listed

Moody 39 listings appear across 3 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 8 (66.7%), followed by Spain and Greece.

Median ask by country

USD · past 12 months

Share of listings

Count · past 12 months

Country view

12 listings · 3 countries

Country	Median ask	Listings · 12 mo	Active · 90 d	Share
United Kingdom	$ 53,496	8	1	66.7%
Spain	$ 57,170	2	2	16.7%
Greece	$ 37,494	2	1	16.7%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

6 similar designs

Model	LOA	Median ask	Listings · 12 mo	Active · 90 d
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39	39.16'	$ 97,077	105	35
Moody 34	33.42'	$ 42,783	21	3
Moody 37	37'	$ 66,886	19	3
Moody 42	41.79'	$ 64,120	14	2
Moody 39You are here	—	$ 53,496	12	4
Oyster Yachts 39	40.68'	$ 51,394	7	1

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Moody 39 cost?+

The median asking price for a used Moody 39 over the past 12 months is $53,496. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.

02How many Moody 39 sailboats are for sale?+

4 Moody 39 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 12 have been tracked across the past 12 months.

03Are Moody 39 prices going up or down?+

The median asking price for the Moody 39 is down 12.5% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.

04Where are Moody 39 sailboats for sale?+

The top markets for used Moody 39 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (66.7%), Spain (16.7%), Greece (16.7%).

05What should I look at instead of a Moody 39?+

Comparable models include Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39, Moody 34, Moody 37. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.