The Silhouette Mk III represents the definitive fiberglass evolution of Robert Tucker’s most famous design, a vessel that arguably did more to democratize coastal cruising in post-war Britain than any other. While the original 1954 Silhouette (the Mk I) was a plywood "build-it-yourself" project, the Mk III emerged in the mid-1960s as a sophisticated production cruiser built by Hurley Marine. At 17 feet 3 inches, it was designed to be easily trailered yet stout enough to handle the choppy waters of the English Channel. The Mk III is distinguished from its predecessors by a streamlined coachroof and an improved hull-to-deck joint, moving away from the "stepped" doghouse look of the Mk II toward a sleeker, more modern profile. According to technical archives maintained by the Hurley Owners Association, the Mk III was the final refined version of the standard 17-foot hull before the design was expanded into larger variants like the S21.
Silhouette Mk III Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Silhouette
- Model
- Mk III
- Builder
- Hurley Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- Robert Tucker
- Number Built
- 365
- Production Year(s)
- 1967 - 1972
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $2,704 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moody 31 Mk II | 30.75' | $33,730 | 31 | 13 |
| C&C 30 Mk I | 30' | $18,000 | 19 | 5 |
| Catalina 30 Mk III | 29.92' | $25,000 | 17 | 3 |
| Moody 333 | 33' | $27,029 | 8 | 6 |
| Com-Pac 16 | 16' | $4,950 | 7 | 1 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Montgomery 17 | 17.08' | $5,750 | 6 | 1 |
| Com-Pac 23 Mk IV | 23.92' | $32,950 | 5 | 2 |
| Triton 21 | 21.25' | $81,566 | 4 | 0 |
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk III | 24.5' | $29,066 | 3 | 2 |
| Hurley Mk III | $2,704 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2,704 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Silhouette Mk III cost?
- The median asking price for a used Silhouette Mk III over the past 12 months is $2,704. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Silhouette Mk III sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Silhouette Mk III listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Silhouette Mk III prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Silhouette Mk III has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Silhouette Mk III?
- Comparable models include the Moody 31 Mk II, C&C 30 Mk I, Catalina 30 Mk III. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.