The Rafiki 35 represents a pivotal chapter in the history of Taiwanese yacht construction, emerging from the Lien Hwa Industrial Corp. shipyard during the late 1970s as a robust, albeit more conventional, alternative to its famous sibling, the Rafiki 37. While the 37-footer gained notoriety for its double-ended "canoe" stern and Colin Archer-inspired lines, the Rafiki 35 was designed by Canadian naval architect Stan Huntingford with a traditional transom stern and a focus on maximizing internal volume and structural rigidity. Huntingford, known for his work on the Cooper and Sceptre lines, brought a distinctively West Coast North American perspective to the project, resulting in a vessel that prioritizes heavy-weather survival and long-range cruising over light-air agility. Often overshadowed by the 37, the 35 is regarded by many offshore sailors as the more practical "sea home" due to its increased cockpit space and more efficient use of its 35-foot length.
Rafiki 35 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Rafiki
- Model
- 35
- Builder
- Lien Hwa (TAIWAN)
- Designer
- Stan Huntingford
- Number Built
- 32
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1992
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $39,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $25,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallberg-Rassy Rasmus 35 | 34.5' | $38,343 | 34 | 21 |
| Dufour 35 | 35.25' | $29,443 | 23 | 11 |
| Moody 35 | 34.5' | $67,562 | 20 | 9 |
| Tradewind 35 | 35.01' | $60,830 | 16 | 9 |
| Niagara 35 | 35.08' | $37,500 | 14 | 0 |
| Nauticat 35 | 34.92' | $108,086 | 14 | 6 |
| C&C Landfall 35 | 34.92' | $27,500 | 11 | 0 |
| Westwind Wind 35 | 35.07' | $35,331 | 9 | 4 |
| Hinterhoeller Niagara 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 7 | 1 |
| Baba 35 | 34.83' | $56,500 | 6 | 1 |
| Rafiki 35 | $25,000 | 3 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $25,000 | 3 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Rafiki 35 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Rafiki 35 over the past 12 months is $25,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Rafiki 35 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Rafiki 35 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Rafiki 35 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Rafiki 35 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Rafiki 35?
- Comparable models include the Hallberg-Rassy Rasmus 35, Dufour 35, Moody 35. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.