Snapdragon 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Thames Structural Plastics/Thames Marine·1962·Thames Marine
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Hull type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
23' · 7.01 m
Displ.
2,950 lbs · 1,338 kg
First year
1962

The Snapdragon 23 represents the quintessential British "pocket cruiser" of the mid20th century. Designed by Ray Walsh and launched in 1962, it was the vessel that transitioned Thames Structural Plastics from a manufacturer of fiberglass industrial components into a cornerstone of the UK’s recreational marine industry. Built with heavy, handlaid GRP, the 23footer was engineered specifically for the challenging, tidal, and often shallow waters of the Thames Estuary and the English East Coast. Its primary appeal was its accessibility; it offered a robust, seaworthy platform that families could afford, often serving as the first "real" yacht for a generation of sailors moving up from dinghies.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 1,009
Ask, not sold · 1 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
1 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United Kingdom (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Snapdragon 23 listings span 1 country. United Kingdom leads with 1 listings.

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

Country breakdown

1 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 1,00911100.0%

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
Pearson 32332.25'$ 17,998229
Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I29.25'$ 30,7881810
Westerly Centaur 2626'$ 6,723166
Westerly Pageant 2323'$ 6,393157
Sabre Yachts 2727'$ 4,704116
Jeanneau Tonic 2323.94'$ 11,054114
Com-Pac 2322.75'$ 6,950115
Leisure 2322.64'$ 5,45183
Endeavour 3232'$ 20,00081
Snapdragon 23You are here$ 1,00911

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Snapdragon 23 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Snapdragon 23 over the past 12 months is $1,009. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Snapdragon 23 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Snapdragon 23 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 1 has been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Snapdragon 23 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Snapdragon 23 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Snapdragon 23 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Snapdragon 23 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (100.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Snapdragon 23?+
Comparable models include Pearson 323, Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I, Westerly Centaur 26. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.