The Performance Laser, originally brought to market by Performance Sailcraft Inc. (PSI) and designed by Bruce Kirby and Ian Bruce, stands as the most successful one-design racing dinghy in history. Born from a 1969 sketch—famously dubbed the "million-dollar doodle"—the vessel was initially conceived as a simple, low-cost "car-topper" for the recreational market. However, its debut at the 1971 New York Boat Show revealed a boat that offered far more than leisure; its performance-oriented hull and strict one-design rules transformed it into a global racing phenomenon. Since 1996, the boat has held Olympic status, cementing its legacy as the ultimate test of athletic prowess and tactical skill. Today, while often referred to as the ILCA Dinghy due to recent licensing transitions, the fundamental hull remains unchanged from the original Performance Sailcraft specifications.
Performance Laser Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
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| Esse 850 | 27.89' | $50,500 | 18 | 5 |
| Aphrodite 101 | 32.6' | $25,857 | 14 | 4 |
| Melges 24 | 24' | $31,710 | 12 | 3 |
| Flying Tiger 10M | 32.58' | $22,000 | 12 | 10 |
| Westerly J/24 | 24' | $8,000 | 11 | 8 |
| Melges 14 | 14' | $6,900 | 9 | 4 |
| Performance Laser | $3,700 | 8 | 1 | |
| Laser 28 | 28.41' | $18,030 | 8 | 4 |
| Ultimate 20 | 20.83' | $15,000 | 6 | 2 |
| Melges 20 | 20' | $19,061 | 6 | 2 |
| J Boats J/22 | 22.5' | $10,000 | 4 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| United States | $4,400 | 7 | 0 |
| Switzerland | $764 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Performance Laser cost?
- The median asking price for a used Performance Laser over the past 12 months is $3,700. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Performance Laser sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 8 Performance Laser listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Performance Laser prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Performance Laser has decreased by 79.35% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Performance Laser?
- Switzerland currently has the lowest median asking price at $764, while United States is the most expensive at $4,400 — a 476% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Performance Laser?
- Comparable models include the Esse 850, Aphrodite 101, Melges 24. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.