Nicholson 30 Mk I Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Camper & Nicholson/Raymond Wall·1972·~63 hulls·Robert Ives/Camper & Nicholson Ltd.
Nicholson 30 Mk I drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
29' · 8.84 m
Displ.
7,280 lbs · 3,302 kg
First year
1972

The Nicholson 30 Mk I emerged in 1971 as a pivotal design for the Camper & Nicholsons yard, representing their foray into the highly competitive Half Ton class of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) era. Designed by Raymond Wall, who was then the chief designer for the firm, the 30 Mk I was intended to bridge the gap between a purebred racing machine and a comfortable coastal cruiser. While many of its contemporaries were being built with thin, lightweight laminates for speed, Camper & Nicholsons maintained their reputation for robust construction, resulting in a yacht that was significantly more durable—and heavier—than most dedicated IOR racers of the time. This build quality has allowed the 30 Mk I to age more gracefully than many of its 1970s peers, making it a soughtafter classic for sailors who value pedigree and structural integrity.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 9,887
Ask, not sold · 5 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
5 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (50.0%) · Ireland (50.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Nicholson 30 Mk I listings span 2 countries. United Kingdom leads with 2 listings (50.0%), followed by Ireland.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

4 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 8,6792050.0%
Ireland$ 9,8872150.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2083919
C&C 30 Mk I30'$ 17,9912512
Nicholson 3232'$ 17,825229
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Nicholson 3636.25'$ 29,000137
Nicholson Nicholson 3535.25'$ 40,298128
Sparkman & Stephens 3030.5'$ 35,00093
Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38$ 46,89294
Nicholson 30 Mk IYou are here$ 9,88752

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Nicholson 30 Mk I cost?+
The median asking price for a used Nicholson 30 Mk I over the past 12 months is $9,887. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nicholson 30 Mk I sailboats are for sale?+
2 Nicholson 30 Mk I listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 5 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Nicholson 30 Mk I prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Nicholson 30 Mk I has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Nicholson 30 Mk I sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Nicholson 30 Mk I listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (50.0%), Ireland (50.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Nicholson 30 Mk I?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), C&C 30 Mk I, Nicholson 32. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.