The TomCat 9.7 occupies a unique position in the multihull market, serving as a bridge between the lightweight, performance-oriented "beach cat" lineage and the heavy, condo-style cruisers that dominate modern charter fleets. Designed by Ted Strain and built in Ontario, Canada, this 32-foot sailing catamaran was conceived to provide a level of performance and structural integrity often missing in production boats of its size. Its design philosophy centers on a moderate beam-to-length ratio and a low-aspect-ratio profile that prioritizes stability and ease of handling for short-handed crews. The vessel is constructed using a vacuum-bagged, foam-core sandwich method, ensuring the hulls are stiff, lightweight, and inherently buoyant. While the primary production run focused on the standard 9.7 configuration, the builder also introduced the 9.70 and 9.70 S variants, which offered refinements in the cockpit layout and rig tensioning systems to further enhance the vessel’s cruising capabilities.
TomCat 9.7 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- TomCat
- Model
- 9.7
- Builder
- TomCat Boats
- Designer
- Ted Strain
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2004 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $80,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $130,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $130,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $124,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $124,900 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excess 11 | 37.17' | $457,093 | 79 | 40 |
| Jeanneau 14 | 45.83' | $669,505 | 69 | 34 |
| Performance Catamarans 105 MC | 33.5' | $89,950 | 56 | 28 |
| Seawind 1000 | 32.81' | $128,705 | 24 | 14 |
| Corsair Cruze 970 | 31.82' | $203,881 | 12 | 6 |
| Corsair 28 | 28.52' | $57,500 | 10 | 0 |
| PDQ 32 | 31.58' | $65,000 | 9 | 8 |
| Maine Cat 41 | 41.5' | $349,450 | 6 | 1 |
| Maine Cat 38 Ls-E | 38' | $449,000 | 6 | 1 |
| TomCat 9.7 | $124,900 | 5 | 1 | |
| Catana Ocean Class | 51.67' | $1,519,716 | 5 | 4 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $127,450 | 4 | 1 |
| Panama | $80,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used TomCat 9.7 cost?
- The median asking price for a used TomCat 9.7 over the past 12 months is $124,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many TomCat 9.7 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 TomCat 9.7 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are TomCat 9.7 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the TomCat 9.7 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a TomCat 9.7?
- Panama currently has the lowest median asking price at $80,000, while United States is the most expensive at $127,450 — a 59% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the TomCat 9.7?
- Comparable models include the Excess 11, Jeanneau 14, Performance Catamarans 105 MC. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.