The Snapdragon 890, produced by Thames Marine at their Canvey Island facility, represents the final evolution of the brand’s highly successful 29-foot cruising hull. Launched in the late 1970s as a refined successor to the Snapdragon 29, the 890 was designed to provide a more modern aesthetic and improved interior amenities while maintaining the "go-anywhere" utility of the earlier bilge-keel models. With its distinctive high-volume hull and robust fiberglass layup, the 890 was marketed toward families seeking a safe, stable coastal cruiser capable of navigating the drying harbors of the UK and Northern Europe. Although Thames Marine ceased operations in the early 1980s, the 890 remains a staple of the secondhand market, often viewed as a "big" 29-footer due to its substantial beam and generous interior volume.
Snapdragon 890 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Snapdragon
- Model
- 890
- Builder
- Thames Marine
- Designer
- Thames Structural Plastics/Thames Marine
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1971 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $12,161 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $10,809 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 29 | 28.42' | $16,899 | 47 | 28 |
| Moody 29 | 29.53' | $19,173 | 24 | 11 |
| S2 11.0 A | 36' | $32,800 | 11 | 0 |
| Roberts 25 | 25' | $9,490 | 8 | 2 |
| Endeavour 32 | 32' | $20,000 | 8 | 2 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Cabo Rico 34 | 37' | $87,000 | 6 | 1 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,777 | 5 | 2 |
| Westerly GK 29 | 29' | $17,666 | 5 | 3 |
| Cobra Yachts 750 | 25' | $9,125 | 5 | 2 |
| Snapdragon 890 | $11,485 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $11,485 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Snapdragon 890 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Snapdragon 890 over the past 12 months is $11,485. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Snapdragon 890 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Snapdragon 890 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Snapdragon 890 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Snapdragon 890 has decreased by 5.89% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Snapdragon 890?
- Comparable models include the Sadler 29, Moody 29, S2 11.0 A. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.