Prout Snowgoose 35 Buyer's Guide
The Prout Snowgoose 35 remains a recognizable entry in the used-catamaran market for sailors drawn to a slender, light-displacement cruiser with simple systems and a hands-on ownership profile. These boats are at least 40 years old, and they reward a buyer who values sail handling over condo-style volume.
Layouts on the Used Market
Both owner-oriented three-cabin versions and charter-derived four-cabin layouts are well represented among available boats, and ex-charter examples are common. The standard boat sleeps six, with a roomy galley and an oversized head, while the saloon has two benches for lounging. Aft cabins are the compromise on every layout: they are tight crawl spaces without proper head height in the berth. Some boats were later converted to a stateroom arrangement, which a buyer should confirm against the original configuration. The low cockpit means visibility while docking is poor, and the best sightlines are from the saloon or master berth.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
Air conditioning, dinghy davits, and a chartplotter are commonly fitted on these cats, which matters for buyers who want turnkey tropical cruising without major rework. A watermaker, solar, inverter, and a bimini show up as less frequent owner additions rather than standard equipment. For a boat of this age, the more consequential mechanical items are the engine and drive: a Yanmar 3GM30 has been shoe-horned into the engine bay on some examples, paired with a steerable Sillette drive leg that owners credit with surprising maneuverability and a useful 6-knot motoring speed. An aftermarket in-mast furling system is another upgrade seen on individual boats, and two different propellers may accompany a sale.
What to Inspect
The most telling owner-reported weaknesses are the aft berths lacking head height and the cockpit sitting low in the hull with atrocious general visibility anchor. Check the rudder stocks and their mechanical tie bar, which originally runs outside the transom; an owner would relocate it inside for protection. Confirm the condition of the cutter rig's furlers on both headsails and the aftermarket in-mast furling if fitted. The large genoa should be inspected for shape loss from repeated furling in stronger winds, since that affects pointing. Verify the Sillette drive leg and engine bay clearance, given the tight installation of the Yanmar 3GM30.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These cats turn up in the United States, Greece, and Martinique. For a buyer, the practical checklist is: confirm whether the layout is owner three-cabin or ex-charter four-cabin; measure aft-cabin headroom in person; test cockpit sightlines and plan to use the saloon for visibility; verify the drive leg, engine fit, and furler condition; and note which conveniences (air conditioning, davits, plotter) are already aboard versus owner-added. A Snowgoose 35 suits a sailor who wants a slim, easily handled cat and accepts modest aft accommodation in exchange.
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Prout Snowgoose 35. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 5 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25 | 1 | $45,000 | — |
| Dec 25 | 2 | $59,900 | +33.1% |
| Jan 26 | 1 | $33,795 | -43.6% |
| May 26 | 1 | $16,315 | -51.7% |
| Aug 26 | 1 | $59,900 | +267.1% |
Where they're listed
Prout Snowgoose 35 listings appear across 3 countries. United States has the most listings with 4 (66.7%), followed by Greece and Martinique.
Country view
6 listings · 3 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $59,900 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Greece | $16,315 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Martinique | $33,795 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
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