The Hunter Impala 28, often simply referred to as the Impala, stands as a landmark achievement in the career of designer David Thomas and the production history of British Hunter. Launched in the late 1970s following the success of the smaller Sonata, the Impala was specifically conceived to meet the Offshore One Design (OOD) requirements of the Royal Ocean Racing Club. It was designed to provide a level playing field for competitive racing while remaining robust enough for offshore passage-making and simple enough for family cruising. Between 1979 and the mid-1980s, approximately 155 hulls were produced, and the boat remains one of the most active and cherished one-design fleets in the United Kingdom.
Thomas Impala 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Thomas
- Model
- Impala 28
- Builder
- Hunter Boats Ltd.
- Designer
- David Thomas
- Number Built
- 155
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1984
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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 | $13,525 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $1,285 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 28.5 | 28.42' | $12,750 | 22 | 7 |
| Contessa 28 | 27.67' | $9,468 | 14 | 6 |
| J Boats J/28C | $18,750 | 12 | 1 | |
| Shipman 28 | 29.06' | $9,413 | 11 | 5 |
| Dehler 28 | 27.89' | $23,934 | 10 | 6 |
| Jeanneau First 28 | 28.21' | $28,863 | 9 | 3 |
| Mirage 28 | 27.5' | $7,439 | 9 | 5 |
| Precision 28 | 28' | $24,900 | 6 | 0 |
| Hunter Impala 28 | $7,405 | 2 | 1 | |
| Jensen Cal 28 | $4,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $7,405 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Thomas Impala 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Thomas Impala 28 over the past 12 months is $7,405. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Thomas Impala 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Thomas Impala 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Thomas Impala 28 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Thomas Impala 28 has decreased by 82.65% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Thomas Impala 28?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 28.5, Contessa 28, J Boats J/28C. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.