The Snapdragon 24 represents a refined iteration of the classic Thames Marine formula, emerging as a sturdier and slightly more spacious successor to the groundbreaking Snapdragon 23. Designed and built during the height of the British fiberglass boat-building boom on Canvey Island, the 24 was engineered to maximize interior volume and stability within a compact, "pocket cruiser" footprint. As a quintessential example of the "everyman's yacht," it served as a primary gateway for middle-class families entering the cruising lifestyle in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Its heavy-set profile and signature bilge keels made it an ideal vessel for the tidal estuaries of the United Kingdom, where the ability to dry out upright on a mud berth was a requirement rather than a luxury.
Snapdragon 24 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Snapdragon
- Model
- 24
- Builder
- Thames Marine
- Designer
- Thames Structural Plastics/Thames Marine
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1962 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $3,719 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $1,353 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $4,058 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $2,570 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 25 | 25' | $7,000 | 45 | 8 |
| Westerly Griffon 26 | 26' | $11,158 | 33 | 13 |
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,139 | 18 | 11 |
| Pacific Seacraft Dana 24 | 27.25' | $59,995 | 15 | 4 |
| Westerly Centaur 26 | 26' | $6,725 | 14 | 4 |
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I | 29.25' | $43,214 | 12 | 5 |
| Roberts 25 | 25' | $9,485 | 8 | 2 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| Dufour 24 | 24.1' | $9,542 | 7 | 3 |
| Snapdragon 24 | $3,145 | 4 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3,145 | 4 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Snapdragon 24 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Snapdragon 24 over the past 12 months is $3,145. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Snapdragon 24 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Snapdragon 24 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Snapdragon 24 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Snapdragon 24 has decreased by 18.28% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Snapdragon 24?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 25, Westerly Griffon 26, Cape Dory 25. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.