Vancouver 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Robert Harris·1986·~58 hulls·Northshore
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Cutter
LOA
28.02' · 8.54 m
Displ.
8,960 lbs · 4,064 kg
First year
1986

The Vancouver 28 is a quintessential example of the "pocket cruiser" philosophy, designed by Robert Harris as a refined evolution of the original Vancouver 27. Primarily built by Northshore Yachts in the United Kingdom, the 28 was engineered specifically for longdistance, shorthanded voyaging. Unlike modern yachts of this size that often prioritize cockpit space and lightair speed, the Vancouver 28 is a heavydisplacement, longkeeled cutter intended to provide safety and comfort in bluewater conditions. It is frequently cited as one of the few sub30foot production boats capable of handling a circumnavigation without modification. The model succeeded the 27 in the early 1980s, offering a slightly revised interior and a more refined deck layout while retaining the robust "minibattleship" construction that defines the Vancouver range.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 43,744
Ask, not sold · 16 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
7
16 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-4.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United Kingdom (100.0%)

Recent Listings

11 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Vancouver 28 listings span 1 country. United Kingdom leads with 16 listings

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

Country breakdown

16 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 43,744167100.0%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Vancouver Vancouver 4241.75'$ 122,9954724
Friendship 2828.54'$ 14,7762413
Twister 2828.25'$ 15,380249
Colvic Countess 2828'$ 13,128229
LM 2828'$ 24,962188
Vancouver 28You are here$ 43,744167
Cape Dory 2828.1'$ 17,500168
Herreshoff H-2826.94'$ 13,546134
Shannon 2828'$ 42,000102
Jeanneau First 2828.21'$ 11,577105

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Vancouver 28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Vancouver 28 over the past 12 months is $43,744. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Vancouver 28 sailboats are for sale?+
7 Vancouver 28 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 16 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Vancouver 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Vancouver 28 has decreased by 4.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Vancouver 28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Vancouver 28 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (100.0%).
05Do Vancouver 28 listings get price reductions?+
About 33% of Vancouver 28 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 13.3% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Vancouver 28?+
Comparable models include Vancouver Vancouver 42, Friendship 28, Twister 28. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.