The O'Day 23-2 represents a pivotal shift in the evolution of the American "trailer-sailer" category, moving away from the quirky, pop-top aesthetics of early 1970s designs toward a more mature, seaworthy coastal cruiser. While the original O'Day 23 (Series 1) was characterized by its lifting roof and utilitarian layout, the 23-2—introduced in 1977—was a ground-up redesign by the esteemed firm C. Raymond Hunt Associates. This second-generation model traded interior gimmicks for a sleek, fixed-roof profile and a hull shape that prioritized stability and performance. In Brazil, this model found a second life through Mariner Construções Náuticas Ltd., which produced the design under license in Porto Alegre. The Brazilian-built versions are celebrated for their robust construction, often serving as the primary entry point for South American families into the cruising lifestyle.
O'Day 23-2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- O'Day
- Model
- 23-2
- Builder
- O'Day Corp.
- Designer
- C. Raymond Hunt Assoc.
- Number Built
- 1000
- Production Year(s)
- 1978 - 1984
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $8,500 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $4,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O'Day 272 | 26.92' | $9,500 | 25 | 7 |
| Oday 28 | 28.25' | $9,800 | 21 | 11 |
| O'Day 37 | 37' | $34,500 | 12 | 7 |
| Precision 23 | 23.42' | $11,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Com-Pac 23 | 22.75' | $6,950 | 9 | 3 |
| ODay 30 | 29.92' | $12,000 | 8 | 1 |
| Hunter 23 | 23.25' | $6,050 | 6 | 1 |
| O'Day 25 | 24.83' | $7,950 | 5 | 2 |
| O'Day 19 | 19' | $4,448 | 4 | 0 |
| O'Day 22 | 21.67' | $3,000 | 3 | 0 |
| ODay 23-2 | $6,500 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $6,500 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used O'Day 23-2 cost?
- The median asking price for a used O'Day 23-2 over the past 12 months is $6,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many O'Day 23-2 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 O'Day 23-2 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are O'Day 23-2 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the O'Day 23-2 has decreased by 30.77% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the O'Day 23-2?
- Comparable models include the O'Day 272, Oday 28, O'Day 37. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.