The Swift 18 is a quintessential British micro-cruiser, designed by Colin Silvester and brought to market by Honnor Marine in the early 1980s. Unlike the traditional, open-decked Drascombe range that defined the builder’s reputation, the Swift 18 was a modern, GRP performance-oriented pocket cruiser featuring a lifting bulb keel and a fractional rig. It was engineered to bridge the gap between a spirited racing dinghy and a capable coastal cruiser, offering a degree of versatility that has earned it a "giant-killer" reputation in the trailer-sailing community. According to the Swift 18 Association, the design remains highly regarded for its balance of safety and speed, with production continuing through the mid-1990s before the molds were eventually sold.
Swift 18 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Swift
- Model
- 18
- Builder
- Swift Boats Ltd./John Charnley Associates
- Designer
- Colin Silvester
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 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 | 1 | $3,829 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $5,748 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $4,058 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 22 | 23.83' | $6,475 | 68 | 11 |
| Beneteau First 210 | 20.34' | $11,192 | 19 | 9 |
| Seascape 18 | 18.04' | $26,978 | 15 | 3 |
| Cape Cutter 19 | 23.62' | $17,962 | 14 | 9 |
| West Wight Wight Potter 19 | 18.75' | $7,948 | 8 | 3 |
| Dufour 1800/25 | 25.1' | $10,485 | 7 | 3 |
| Precision 18 | 17.42' | $6,250 | 6 | 4 |
| Swift 18 | $4,112 | 4 | 4 | |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| Sailart 19 | 20.67' | $57,726 | 2 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4,396 | 3 | 3 |
| Ireland | $3,829 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Swift 18 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Swift 18 over the past 12 months is $4,112. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Swift 18 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Swift 18 listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Swift 18 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Swift 18 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Swift 18?
- Ireland currently has the lowest median asking price at $3,829, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $4,396 — a 15% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Swift 18?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 22, Beneteau First 210, Seascape 18. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.