Nicholson 30 Mk I Sailboats for Sale

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
Disp.
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
$9,509
Asking price · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+35.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Ireland (66.7%) · United Kingdom (33.3%)

Recent Listings

6 for sale · showing 10 newest

Nicholson 30 Mk I Buyer's Guide

Where they're listed

Nicholson 30 Mk I listings appear across 2 countries. Ireland has the most listings with 2 (66.7%), followed by United Kingdom.

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

Country view

3 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Ireland$11,1942166.7%
United Kingdom$6,5581033.3%

Comparable models

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

Similar boats to compare

5 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 83,9064319
C&C 30 Mk I30'$ 14,182201
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,100165
Nicholson Nicholson 3535.25'$ 38,120101
Nicholson 30 Mk IYou are here—$ 9,50941

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 $9,509. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nicholson 30 Mk I sailboats are for sale?+
1 Nicholson 30 Mk I listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 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 is up 35.4% over the last 3 months compared with 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 Ireland (66.7%), United Kingdom (33.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Nicholson 30 Mk I?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), C&C 30 Mk I, Pearson 30. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.