The Vanguard 15, commonly referred to as the V15, emerged in the early 1990s as a modern answer to the aging fleet of double-handed tactical dinghies. Designed by naval architect Bob Ames in 1992 and originally manufactured by Vanguard Sailboats—later becoming part of the LaserPerformance stable—the vessel was conceived to be a "simpler, faster, and more durable" alternative to traditional classes like the Snipe or the International 420. At 15 feet in length with a beam of 5 feet 6 inches, the V15 balances a lightweight fiberglass hull with a generous sail plan, intentionally omitting the complexity of a trapeze or spinnaker to keep the focus on tactical racing and ease of use.
Vanguard 15 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Vanguard
- Model
- 15
- Builder
- Team Vanguard
- Designer
- Bob Ames
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1992 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $2,500 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $3,999 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $2,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $4,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobie Cat 16 | 16.58' | $4,000 | 21 | 4 |
| J-Boats J/24 | 24' | $5,857 | 14 | 9 |
| Flying Tiger 10M | 32.58' | $20,702 | 12 | 9 |
| Melges 14 | 14' | $6,450 | 8 | 3 |
| West Wight Wight Potter 15 | 15' | $4,000 | 7 | 3 |
| Ultimate 20 | 20.83' | $15,000 | 6 | 2 |
| Performance Laser | $6,375 | 4 | 0 | |
| Vanguard 15 | $3,999 | 3 | 1 | |
| Cork 1720 | 26.25' | $12,842 | 3 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $3,999 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Vanguard 15 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Vanguard 15 over the past 12 months is $3,999. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Vanguard 15 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Vanguard 15 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Vanguard 15 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Vanguard 15 has increased by 0.03% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Vanguard 15?
- Comparable models include the Hobie Cat 16, J-Boats J/24, Flying Tiger 10M. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.