The Pearson 422 represents the final evolution of William Shaw’s 42-foot hull series, introduced in 1983 to meet a growing market demand for center-cockpit cruisers. Built on the same proven hull as the popular aft-cockpit Pearson 424, the 422 was produced in limited numbers—approximately 39 hulls—before the company transitioned toward newer designs. It was marketed as a premium coastal and offshore cruiser, offering a "walk-through" interior that eliminated the need for the "walk-over" cockpit access common in smaller center-cockpit designs of the era. The boat’s lineage is rooted in the "Grumman-era" of Pearson Yachts, characterized by a focus on robust scantlings and predictable, sea-kindly performance.
Pearson 422 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Pearson
- Model
- 422
- Builder
- Pearson Yachts
- Designer
- William Shaw
- Number Built
- 39
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - 1987
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $61,500 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $59,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $59,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 | 41.99' | $84,821 | 25 | 7 |
| Pearson 424 Cutter | 42.33' | $31,450 | 22 | 4 |
| Pearson 323 | 32.25' | $23,450 | 16 | 3 |
| Pearson 36 | 36.56' | $22,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Moody 422 | 40.67' | $70,095 | 9 | 3 |
| Pearson 39-2 | 39.25' | $45,900 | 9 | 1 |
| Pearson 40 | 39.92' | $55,000 | 8 | 4 |
| Pearson 365 | 36.42' | $29,500 | 7 | 2 |
| Passport 42 | 42' | $155,000 | 5 | 2 |
| Wellington 44 | 44' | $24,900 | 5 | 1 |
| Pearson 422 | $59,000 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $60,250 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Pearson 422 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Pearson 422 over the past 12 months is $59,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Pearson 422 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Pearson 422 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Pearson 422?
- Comparable models include the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2, Pearson 424 Cutter, Pearson 323. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.