The Moody 422 represents a pivotal era in British boatbuilding, emerging in the mid-1980s as a refined evolution of the Moody 419. Designed by Bill Dixon and constructed by Marine Projects in Plymouth, this center-cockpit cruiser was engineered for serious offshore passage-making while maintaining the high standards of craftsmanship associated with the Moody brand. Produced between 1986 and 1988, the 422 was eventually succeeded by the Moody 425, which utilized the same hull form but introduced a redesigned "sugar scoop" transom. The 422 remains a stalwart of the used market, favored by cruisers who prioritize a secure, dry cockpit and a voluminous interior that feels significantly larger than its 42-foot length suggests.
Moody 422 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Moody
- Model
- 422
- Builder
- Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)
- Designer
- Bill Dixon
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1986 - ??
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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 | 2 | $69,506 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $98,958 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $88,356 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $70,095 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $55,369 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $55,369 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 | 41.99' | $84,821 | 25 | 7 |
| Moody 425 | 41.67' | $93,068 | 21 | 13 |
| Moody 36-2 | 36.75' | $94,678 | 17 | 7 |
| Moody 37 | 37' | $67,559 | 12 | 3 |
| Moody 34 | 33.42' | $42,943 | 12 | 5 |
| Moody 42 (Dixon) | $135,000 | 10 | 2 | |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,356 | 10 | 5 |
| Moody 47-2 | 46.5' | $190,477 | 10 | 4 |
| Moody 422 | $70,095 | 9 | 3 | |
| Moody 42 | 41.79' | $66,102 | 8 | 3 |
| Moody 38 | 37.5' | $96,602 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | $69,506 | 3 | 1 |
| France | $55,369 | 2 | 2 |
| New Caledonia | $98,958 | 1 | 0 |
| United States | $85,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Moody 422 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Moody 422 over the past 12 months is $70,095. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Moody 422 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 9 Moody 422 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Moody 422?
- France currently has the lowest median asking price at $55,369, while New Caledonia is the most expensive at $98,958 — a 79% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Moody 422?
- Comparable models include the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2, Moody 425, Moody 36-2. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.