The Prindle 16, designed by Geoff Prindle in the early 1970s and manufactured by Surfglas and later Performance Catamarans Inc., stands as one of the most influential beach catamarans in the history of multihull sailing. Conceived during the "catamaran boom," the Prindle 16 was the primary technological rival to the Hobie 16. While its competitor focused on mass-market appeal and ubiquity, the Prindle 16 was engineered for the "purist" sailor, offering a hull design that prioritized fluid handling and reduced the notorious tendency of early cats to pitchpole. The boat’s legacy is deeply intertwined with the growth of Performance Catamarans Inc. in Santa Ana, California, eventually becoming part of the lineage that transitioned into Nacra Sailing.
Prindle 16 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Prindle
- Model
- 16
- Builder
- Surfglas/Prindle/Performance Catamarans
- Designer
- Geoff Prindle
- Number Built
- 9000
- Production Year(s)
- 1971 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $1,736 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobie Cat 16 | 16.58' | $4,000 | 21 | 4 |
| Catalina Capri 14.2 | 14.17' | $4,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Windrider 17 | 17.33' | $4,999 | 10 | 1 |
| PDQ 32 | 31.58' | $65,000 | 9 | 8 |
| Dragonfly 25 | 25.25' | $115,959 | 6 | 1 |
| PDQ 36 | 36.42' | $114,900 | 6 | 1 |
| Seawind 24 | 24.25' | $9,800 | 5 | 0 |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| Vanguard 15 | 15.25' | $3,999 | 3 | 1 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| Prindle 16 | $1,736 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $1,736 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Prindle 16 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Prindle 16 over the past 12 months is $1,736. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Prindle 16 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Prindle 16 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Prindle 16 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Prindle 16 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Prindle 16?
- Comparable models include the Hobie Cat 16, Catalina Capri 14.2, Windrider 17. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.