Shipman 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Olle Enderlein·1969 – 1979·~1,000 hulls·Shipman
Shipman 28 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
29.06' · 8.86 m
Displ.
6,614 lbs · 3,000 kg
First year
1969

The Shipman 28 is a quintessential example of Scandinavian yacht design from the late 1960s, a period when the transition from wood to fiberglass was beginning to yield seaworthy, massproduced cruisers. Designed by the prolific Swedish naval architect Olle Enderlein, the vessel was first launched in 1969 and remained in production for nearly a decade. During its production run, approximately 1,000 units were manufactured, primarily by Shipman Sweden AB in Visby and later by Fiberman in Denmark. The boat’s enduring popularity stems from its balance of IORera racing lines and a layout optimized for family coastal cruising. Despite its "28" designation, the hull measures closer to 29 feet (8.86 meters), providing a slightly larger platform than many of its contemporary rivals.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 9,339
Ask, not sold · 16 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
9
16 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+0.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
7
Denmark (25.0%) · Portugal (25.0%) · Germany (12.5%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Shipman 28 listings span 7 countries. Denmark leads with 4 listings (25.0%), followed by Portugal and Germany.

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

Country breakdown

16 listings · 7 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Denmark$ 9,3394425.0%
Portugal$ 33,7334325.0%
Germany$ 8,4272012.5%
Ireland$ 9,8002112.5%
Netherlands$ 2,6172012.5%
Italy$ 15,005116.3%
Norway$ 2,084106.3%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Oday 2828.25'$ 9,8002710
Friendship 2828.54'$ 14,7732413
Colvic Countess 2828'$ 13,119229
Contessa 2827.67'$ 9,418209
Shipman 28You are here$ 9,339169
Cape Dory 2828.1'$ 17,500168
Saffier 2828.18'$ 43,038125
Jeanneau First 2828.21'$ 11,574105
Shannon 2828'$ 42,000102
Seal 2828'$ 5,71584

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Shipman 28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Shipman 28 over the past 12 months is $9,339. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Shipman 28 sailboats are for sale?+
9 Shipman 28 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 16 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Shipman 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Shipman 28 has increased by 0.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Shipman 28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Shipman 28 listings over the past 12 months are Denmark (25.0%), Portugal (25.0%), Germany (12.5%).
05Do Shipman 28 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Shipman 28 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 17.1% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Shipman 28?+
Comparable models include Oday 28, Friendship 28, Colvic Countess 28. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.