The Nicholson 1/2 Ton (often identified as the Nicholson 30) represents a pivotal moment in the heritage of Camper & Nicholsons, marking the builder’s transition from bespoke luxury timber vessels to the competitive and burgeoning world of GRP production racing. Designed by in-house naval architect Raymond Wall in 1972, the model was conceived as a development of the successful 9.5-meter Brigand. It was purpose-built to the International Offshore Rule (IOR) Half Ton rating, a category that defined a generation of "level-rating" racers. While the Nicholson name was already legendary for America’s Cup challengers, this 29-foot cruiser-racer brought that pedigree to a wider audience of club racers and coastal cruisers.
Nicholson 1/2 Ton Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nicholson
- Model
- 1/2 Ton
- Builder
- Camper & Nicholson Ltd.
- Designer
- Ron Holland
- Number Built
- 28
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - ??
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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 | $117,807 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $117,807 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholson 32 | 32' | $20,000 | 15 | 3 |
| Herreshoff 12 1/2 | 15.83' | $23,500 | 15 | 6 |
| Hunter Boats Sonata | $4,123 | 11 | 6 | |
| Carter 33 | 32.58' | $32,986 | 9 | 5 |
| Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38 | $41,503 | 8 | 2 | |
| Contessa Ood 34 | 33.67' | $20,288 | 8 | 4 |
| Beneteau First 10 R | 32.75' | $89,998 | 8 | 1 |
| Camper & Nicholsons 1/2 Ton | $117,807 | 2 | 1 | |
| Pearson 32 | 31.75' | $6,250 | 2 | 0 |
| Tartan 10 | 33.14' | $8,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $117,807 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Nicholson 1/2 Ton cost?
- The median asking price for a used Nicholson 1/2 Ton over the past 12 months is $117,807. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Nicholson 1/2 Ton sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Nicholson 1/2 Ton listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Nicholson 1/2 Ton prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Nicholson 1/2 Ton has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Nicholson 1/2 Ton?
- Comparable models include the Nicholson 32, Herreshoff 12 1/2, Hunter Boats Sonata. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.