Telstar 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Tony Smith·2003·Performance Cruising Inc.
Telstar 28 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Trimaran · centerboard
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
27.49' · 8.38 m
Displ.
3,000 lbs · 1,361 kg
First year
2003

The Telstar 28 is a modern reimagining of the multihull concept that launched Tony Smith’s career in the 1960s. Introduced in 2003 by Performance Cruising, this 28foot trimaran was designed to bridge the gap between highperformance multihull sailing and the practical requirements of trailerable family cruising. Unlike its predecessor, the Telstar 26, which sold nearly 300 units in the 1970s, the Telstar 28 utilized more advanced fiberglass construction and a patented folding system that allows the outriggers to retract without the need for complex disassembly. As noted in a comprehensive review by Cruising World, the design was a direct response to a market seeking speed and shallowdraft versatility without the slipcost penalties associated with fixedbeam catamarans.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 36,288
Ask, not sold · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (71.4%) · United States (28.6%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Telstar 28 listings span 2 countries. United Kingdom leads with 5 listings (71.4%), followed by United States.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

7 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 36,2885271.4%
United States$ 48,5002128.6%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Performance Catamarans 105 MC33.5'$ 89,2006834
Corsair 2727'$ 37,5002710
Performance 2828.71'$ 180,3402510
Corsair Cruze 97031.82'$ 203,6102215
Corsair 88028.87'$ 199,3572110
Corsair F-24 Mk II24.17'$ 27,0002110
Corsair 76024.25'$ 89,850146
Corsair Dash 75024.25'$ 55,900135
Corsair 31/F-3130.83'$ 85,000132
Dragonfly 80026.25'$ 36,797124
Telstar 28You are here$ 36,28873

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Telstar 28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Telstar 28 over the past 12 months is $36,288. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Telstar 28 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Telstar 28 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Telstar 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Telstar 28 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Telstar 28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Telstar 28 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (71.4%), United States (28.6%).
05What should I look at instead of a Telstar 28?+
Comparable models include Performance Catamarans 105 MC, Corsair 27, Performance 28. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.