The Spirit 29 is a classic cruiser-racer that exemplifies the robust, North Sea-ready construction of the Belgian shipyard Spirit Yacht BVBA. Designed by the esteemed naval architecture firm Van de Stadt Design, the vessel was developed as a modern evolution of the highly successful Spirit 28. Built in Boom, Belgium, during an era when fiberglass layups were notoriously thick and over-engineered, the Spirit 29 was aimed at sailors who prioritized structural integrity and windward performance. While the yard remained a boutique operation compared to French or German mass-producers, the Spirit 29 earned a reputation for being a "sailor’s boat," offering a more refined hull shape and updated interior compared to its predecessor. It remains a staple of the second-hand market in the Low Countries and the United Kingdom, prized for its ability to handle offshore conditions that would unsettle lighter modern production boats.
Spirit 29 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Spirit
- Model
- 29
- Builder
- Spirit Yacht
- Designer
- Jac. de Ridder
- Number Built
- 37
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - 1988
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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 | $12,959 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallberg-Rassy 29 | 29.2' | $44,057 | 36 | 14 |
| Beneteau First 29 | 29.67' | $21,700 | 28 | 3 |
| Dehler 29 | 28.71' | $70,095 | 15 | 3 |
| Van de Stadt 30 | 31.06' | $56,634 | 15 | 3 |
| C&C 29 | 29.58' | $12,900 | 12 | 3 |
| Dehler Duetta 94 | 30.84' | $28,863 | 11 | 6 |
| Dehler 28 | 27.89' | $23,931 | 10 | 6 |
| Hanse 291 | 29.2' | $24,150 | 8 | 4 |
| Westerly GK 29 | 29' | $17,671 | 5 | 3 |
| CAL 29 | 29' | $4,900 | 3 | 1 |
| Spirit 29 | $12,959 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $12,959 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Spirit 29 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Spirit 29 over the past 12 months is $12,959. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Spirit 29 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Spirit 29 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Spirit 29 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Spirit 29 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Spirit 29?
- Comparable models include the Hallberg-Rassy 29, Beneteau First 29, Dehler 29. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.