The Sadler 29 is widely regarded as one of the most successful small cruisers ever built in the United Kingdom, representing a high-water mark for the "unsinkable" design philosophy championed by David and Martin Sadler. Launched in 1980 as a modern successor to the Sadler 25, the 29 was engineered to offer more volume and stability while retaining the spirited performance characteristics of David Sadler’s earlier designs, most notably the Contessa 32. Its defining characteristic is the twin-skin GRP construction, where the void between the hull and the internal molding is filled with closed-cell polyurethane foam. This provided not only immense structural rigidity and thermal insulation but also enough buoyancy to keep the vessel afloat even if completely swamped. During its production run, which lasted until approximately 1990, nearly 400 hulls were completed, making it a ubiquitous sight in European coastal waters.
Sadler 29 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Sadler
- Model
- 29
- Builder
- Sadler Yachts
- Designer
- David Sadler
- Number Built
- 400
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - 1988
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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 | 10 | $17,579 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | $20,285 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $16,907 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $26,983 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | $18,936 |
| Feb 2026 | 3 | $15,554 |
| Mar 2026 | 9 | $17,515 |
| Apr 2026 | 16 | $16,907 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
14.3% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 19.1% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 29 | $16,907 | 46 | 28 | |
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,233 | 44 | 24 |
| Sadler 32 | 31.5' | $23,162 | 36 | 19 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 29 | 29.2' | $44,068 | 36 | 14 |
| Moody 29 | 29.53' | $19,181 | 24 | 11 |
| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,139 | 18 | 11 |
| Sadler 34 | 34.75' | $37,871 | 15 | 7 |
| Colvic Sailor 29 | 29.5' | $21,302 | 9 | 4 |
| Island Packet 29 | 32' | $58,000 | 7 | 1 |
| Westerly GK 29 | 29' | $17,671 | 5 | 3 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,781 | 5 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $16,907 | 42 | 24 |
| Guernsey | $10,144 | 1 | 1 |
| Ireland | $26,507 | 1 | 1 |
| Malta | $82,465 | 1 | 1 |
| Portugal | $15,554 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Sadler 29 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Sadler 29 over the past 12 months is $16,907. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Sadler 29 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 46 Sadler 29 listings over the past 12 months, with 28 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Sadler 29 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Sadler 29 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Sadler 29?
- Guernsey currently has the lowest median asking price at $10,144, while Malta is the most expensive at $82,465 — a 713% difference.
- Do Sadler 29 listings get price reductions?
- About 14% of Sadler 29 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 19.1% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Sadler 29?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Sadler 32, Hallberg-Rassy 29. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.