Sea Sprite 27/28 Sailboats for Sale

A. E. Luders·1960 – 1985·C. E. Ryder
Sea Sprite 27/28 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · long
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
27.92' · 8.51 m
Disp.
7,600 lbs · 3,447 kg
First year
1960

The Sea Sprite 27/28 represents a significant chapter in the evolution of the C. E. Ryder Corporation, marking a transition from the classic Albergdesigned hulls to the more refined, performanceoriented designs of Alfred "Bill" Luders. While the Sea Sprite 23 established the brand’s reputation for ruggedness, the 27 and its slightly evolved successor, the 28, were designed to offer a true cruising experience in a compact, seaworthy package. These vessels are widely regarded by traditionalists as quintessential "pocket cruisers," blending a timeless aesthetic with the heavydisplacement stability required for coastal hopscotching or offshore passages.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 12,000
Asking price · 3 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
3 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Not enough data yet
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Sea Sprite 27/28 listings appear across 1 country. United States has the most listings with 3.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country view

3 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 12,00030100.0%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

4 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Twister 2828.25'$ 14,758245
Cape Dory 2828.1'$ 17,900199
Stäheli Altnau H-2826.94'$ 13,580143
Sea Sprite 27/28You are here$ 12,00030

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Sea Sprite 27/28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Sea Sprite 27/28 over the past 12 months is $12,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Sea Sprite 27/28 sailboats are for sale?+
3 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Sea Sprite 27/28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Sea Sprite 27/28 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
04What should I look at instead of a Sea Sprite 27/28?+
Comparable models include Twister 28, Cape Dory 28, Stäheli Altnau H-28. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.