The Rustler 31 holds a prestigious position in British maritime history as the vessel that effectively launched the Rustler legacy. Designed in 1962 by the esteemed naval architect Kim Holman of Holman & Pye, the yacht was originally commissioned by Ancasta Marine. While the modern Rustler Yachts Ltd. is now synonymous with the 36 and 42, the 31 established the blueprint for what a "Rustler" should be: a rugged, deep-keeled offshore cruiser capable of contending with the unpredictable waters of the English Channel and beyond. With a production run that spanned from the mid-1960s into the 1970s, approximately 60 hulls were produced, most featuring a heavy-duty glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) construction that has allowed many to remain in active service today. It is widely regarded as a larger, more powerful sibling to the Twister 28, another iconic Holman design, offering increased displacement and a more purposeful stance for blue-water voyaging.
Rustler 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Rustler
- Model
- 31
- Builder
- Rustler Yachts Ltd.
- Designer
- Holman & Pye
- Number Built
- 50
- Production Year(s)
- 1965 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $17,583 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $18,597 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $17,583 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $20,220 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
66.7% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 23.5% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,233 | 44 | 24 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 31 | 31.56' | $109,561 | 32 | 13 |
| Island Packet 31 | 31' | $45,000 | 27 | 4 |
| Moody 31 Mk I | 30.75' | $28,372 | 22 | 11 |
| Rustler 36 | 35.33' | $101,966 | 18 | 12 |
| Dufour 31 | 30.83' | $22,383 | 15 | 1 |
| Tartan 31 | 31.33' | $34,000 | 14 | 0 |
| Rustler 33 | 33.99' | $141,241 | 12 | 9 |
| Gozzard 31 | 36.17' | $69,000 | 10 | 5 |
| Rustler 31 | $18,090 | 8 | 4 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $18,597 | 7 | 3 |
| Netherlands | $17,583 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Rustler 31 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Rustler 31 over the past 12 months is $18,090. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Rustler 31 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 8 Rustler 31 listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Rustler 31 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Rustler 31 has increased by 4.49% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Rustler 31?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $17,583, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $18,597 — a 6% difference.
- Do Rustler 31 listings get price reductions?
- About 67% of Rustler 31 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 23.5% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Rustler 31?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Hallberg-Rassy 31, Island Packet 31. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.