Nicholson 303 Sailboats for Sale

Ron Holland·1979·~35 hulls·Camper & Nicholson
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Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
30.25' · 9.22 m
Disp.
7,840 lbs · 3,556 kg
First year
1979

The Nicholson 303, introduced in 1978, represents a pivotal chapter in the storied history of Camper & Nicholsons. Designed by Raymond Wall, the 303 was developed as a cruisingoriented evolution of the Nicholson 30, a successful IOR HalfTonner. While the earlier Nicholson 30 was a dedicated racing machine known for its competitive edge, the 303 was engineered to capture that performance pedigree while offering the amenities and ease of handling required by the burgeoning performancecruising market. Produced at the Northam yard in Southampton, the 303 utilized the same highperformance hull mold as its predecessor but featured a redesigned deck, a more substantial interior, and a modified rig to suit a shorthanded crew.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$13,041
Asking price · 3 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
3 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Ireland (66.7%) · United Kingdom (33.3%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · showing 10 newest

Nicholson 303 Buyer's Guide

Where they're listed

Nicholson 303 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$13,0412266.7%
United Kingdom$11,8931133.3%

Comparable models

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

Similar boats to compare

7 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 84,9384318
Pearson 30330.29'$ 18,0002713
Beneteau First 30530.5'$ 22,113239
Sabre 30-330.58'$ 27,000176
Nicholson Nicholson 3535.25'$ 38,346101
Nicholson 30 Mk I29'$ 9,63941
Nicholson 303You are here—$ 13,04133

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Nicholson 303 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Nicholson 303 over the past 12 months is $13,041. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nicholson 303 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Nicholson 303 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 3 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Nicholson 303 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Nicholson 303 has stayed steady over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Nicholson 303 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Nicholson 303 listings over the past 12 months are Ireland (66.7%), United Kingdom (33.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Nicholson 303?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), Pearson 303, Beneteau First 305. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.