Vancouver 28 Sailboats for Sale

Robert Harris·1986·~58 hulls·Northshore
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Hull Type
Monohull · long
Rig
Cutter
LOA
28.02' · 8.54 m
Disp.
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
$42,084
Asking price · 14 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
7
14 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+10.2%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (92.3%) · Netherlands (7.7%)

Recent Listings

18 for sale · showing 10 newest

Vancouver 28 Buyer's Guide

Where they're listed

Vancouver 28 listings appear across 2 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 12 (92.3%), followed by Netherlands.

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

Country view

13 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$39,76512592.3%
Netherlands$44,234117.7%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

5 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Colvic Countess 2828'$ 12,923194
Vancouver 28You are here—$ 42,084147
Vancouver 2727'$ 23,792136
Shannon 2828'$ 37,500124
Nordship 2828.71'$ 22,169102

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 $42,084. 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 14 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Vancouver 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Vancouver 28 is up 10.2% over the last 3 months compared with 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 (92.3%), Netherlands (7.7%).
05What should I look at instead of a Vancouver 28?+
Comparable models include Colvic Countess 28, Vancouver 27, Shannon 28. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.