The Santa Cruz 70 stands as the definitive "West Coast Sled," a vessel that transitioned the ultra-light displacement boat (ULDB) philosophy from experimental custom racing to a production-standard powerhouse. Designed by Bill Lee, "The Wizard," and built in the legendary "Chicken Coop" facility in Soquel, California, the SC70 was the commercial evolution of Lee’s record-breaking 68-foot Merlin. While the SC50 brought ULDB sailing to the masses, the 70-footer was designed for the Grand Prix stage, specifically to dominate the downwind "surf-fests" of the Transpacific Yacht Race from Los Angeles to Honolulu. With a displacement-to-length (D/L) ratio that often dips below 60—a staggering figure for a boat of this era—the SC70 is a masterclass in weight-saving engineering, utilizing balsa-cored fiberglass construction to maintain a light, stiff platform capable of sustained planing.
Santa Cruz 70 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Santa Cruz
- Model
- 70
- Builder
- Santa Cruz Yachts
- Designer
- Bill Lee
- Number Built
- 19
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $319,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $438,500 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $297,299 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J-Boats J/70 | 22.74' | $45,000 | 25 | 12 |
| Dehler 30od | 33.79' | $147,259 | 21 | 11 |
| Seawind 1370 | 44.95' | $995,000 | 21 | 11 |
| Hylas 70 | 69.58' | $924,000 | 16 | 3 |
| Santa Cruz 50 | 50' | $210,000 | 9 | 0 |
| Ovington 30 | 30.9' | $42,000 | 9 | 4 |
| Seacart 30 | 30.02' | $200,385 | 8 | 4 |
| Santa Cruz 70 | $319,000 | 5 | 0 | |
| Cork 1720 | 26.25' | $12,842 | 3 | 3 |
| Santa Cruz 52 | 53' | $280,200 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $319,000 | 4 | 0 |
| Australia | $275,598 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Santa Cruz 70 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Santa Cruz 70 over the past 12 months is $319,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Santa Cruz 70 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Santa Cruz 70 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Santa Cruz 70?
- Australia currently has the lowest median asking price at $275,598, while United States is the most expensive at $319,000 — a 16% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Santa Cruz 70?
- Comparable models include the J-Boats J/70, Dehler 30od, Seawind 1370. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.