The Vanguard Nomad is a 17-foot performance daysailer that represents a modern evolution of the classic family dinghy. Designed by Bob Ames—the naval architect also responsible for the high-performance Vanguard Vector—the Nomad was engineered to balance stability with a modern sail plan. Launched in the early 2000s, it targeted a specific niche of sailors who desired the exhilaration of an asymmetric spinnaker and a contemporary hull shape without the daunting instability of a pure racing skiff. Constructed of rotomolded polyethylene in early prototypes but primarily produced in fiberglass with a foam core, the Nomad is characterized by its massive eight-foot beam and an open, uncluttered cockpit that can comfortably accommodate a family of six.
Vanguard Nomad Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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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) |
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| Apr 2025 | 1 | $6,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $4,250 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $6,800 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
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| Seascape 18 | 18.04' | $26,969 | 15 | 3 |
| Cape Cutter 19 | 23.62' | $17,955 | 14 | 9 |
| Hawk 20 | 20' | $17,237 | 12 | 12 |
| Windrider 17 | 17.33' | $4,999 | 10 | 1 |
| Montgomery 17 | 17.08' | $5,750 | 6 | 1 |
| Pearson Vanguard 33 | 32.58' | $15,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| O'Day 19 | 19' | $4,448 | 4 | 0 |
| Vanguard 15 | 15.25' | $3,999 | 3 | 1 |
| Beneteau First 14 | 14.11' | $12,484 | 3 | 1 |
| Vanguard Nomad | $5,525 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| United States | $5,525 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Vanguard Nomad cost?
- The median asking price for a used Vanguard Nomad over the past 12 months is $5,525. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Vanguard Nomad sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Vanguard Nomad listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Vanguard Nomad prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Vanguard Nomad has increased by 23.08% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Vanguard Nomad?
- Comparable models include the Seascape 18, Cape Cutter 19, Hawk 20. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.