Pearson 28 (1975-80) Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

William Shaw·1975 – 1980·Pearson Yachts
Pearson 28 (1975-80) drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
28' · 8.53 m
Displ.
7,850 lbs · 3,561 kg
First year
1975

The Pearson 28, produced between 1975 and 1980 and often referred to by enthusiasts as the "Shaw 28" to distinguish it from the earlier Alberg designs, represents a pivotal era for Pearson Yachts. Designed by William Shaw, this model was intended to fill the gap between the wildly successful Pearson 26 and the larger Pearson 30. It arrived at a time when the market was shifting toward more modern underbody configurations, moving away from the full keels and heavy displacement of the 1960s. The 1975–1980 iteration is a classic example of a coastal cruiser that balances the "performancecruiser" ethos of the late 1970s with the robust, overbuilt glasswork that defines the Pearson legacy.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 14,900
Ask, not sold · 12 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
5
12 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+26.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Pearson 28 (1975-80) listings span 1 country. United States leads with 12 listings.

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

Country breakdown

12 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 14,900125100.0%

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
Catalina 2828.5'$ 25,0003612
Pearson 30330.29'$ 16,990295
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Pearson 2726.92'$ 10,999149
Pearson 3433.79'$ 16,000136
Pearson 28 (1975-80)You are here$ 14,900125
Pearson 33-232.5'$ 26,500122
Pearson 2626.12'$ 5,00092
Seal 2828'$ 5,71784
Islander 2827.92'$ 5,80072

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Pearson 28 (1975-80) cost?+
The median asking price for a used Pearson 28 (1975-80) over the past 12 months is $14,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Pearson 28 (1975-80) sailboats are for sale?+
5 Pearson 28 (1975-80) listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 12 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Pearson 28 (1975-80) prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Pearson 28 (1975-80) has increased by 26.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Pearson 28 (1975-80) sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Pearson 28 (1975-80) listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05Do Pearson 28 (1975-80) listings get price reductions?+
About 17% of Pearson 28 (1975-80) listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 19.5% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Pearson 28 (1975-80)?+
Comparable models include Catalina 28, Pearson 303, Pearson 30. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.