The Spirit 28 is a quintessential example of the 1970s "performance cruiser" movement, representing a period when mass-market powerboat manufacturers looked to diversify into the booming sailing industry. Designed by Robert Finch—who was also responsible for the successful Islander 28—the Spirit 28 was initially launched by North American Yachts before the tooling and brand were acquired by the Texas-based powerboat giant Glastron. This transition brought Glastron’s industrial manufacturing prowess to the model, resulting in a vessel that combined Finch’s West Coast design sensibilities with the high-volume production standards of a major American builder.
Spirit 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Spirit
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Glastron
- Designer
- Robert Finch/Earl Blackwell
- Number Built
- 80
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - 1981
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $10,450 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 28 | 28.5' | $25,000 | 28 | 4 |
| Oday 28 | 28.25' | $9,800 | 21 | 11 |
| Contessa 28 | 27.67' | $9,463 | 14 | 6 |
| Cape Dory 28 | 28.1' | $17,500 | 13 | 3 |
| Marlow-Hunter 28 | 28.01' | $17,274 | 12 | 6 |
| Sabre 28-2 | 28.42' | $15,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Tartan 28 | 28.25' | $23,250 | 10 | 3 |
| Jeanneau First 28 | 28.21' | $28,854 | 9 | 3 |
| Spirit 28 | $10,450 | 2 | 0 | |
| Sabre 28-3 | 28.42' | $16,475 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $10,743 | 1 | 0 |
| Netherlands | $10,156 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Spirit 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Spirit 28 over the past 12 months is $10,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Spirit 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Spirit 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Spirit 28?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $10,156, while Australia is the most expensive at $10,743 — a 6% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Spirit 28?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 28, Oday 28, Contessa 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.