The Westerly Longbow 31, introduced in 1971, represents a definitive chapter in the history of British production boatbuilding. Designed by the renowned firm Laurent Giles and Partners, the Longbow was the fin-keeled, aft-cockpit cornerstone of a versatile 31-foot family of yachts that would eventually see over 1,000 hulls produced. While often associated with the robust, go-anywhere philosophy of Westerly Marine Construction Ltd. in the UK, the model stands out for its transition toward sleeker lines and improved performance compared to the earlier, more utilitarian Centaur range. The Longbow was specifically conceived as a "flagship" cruiser, offering a blend of offshore capability and interior volume that was practically unrivaled in the early 1970s.
Westerly Longbow 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Westerly
- Model
- Longbow 31
- Builder
- Westerly Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- Laurent Giles
- Number Built
- 265
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1980
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $12,105 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $28,274 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 32 | 31.5' | $23,162 | 36 | 19 |
| Westerly 33 | 33.27' | $29,236 | 26 | 11 |
| Moody 31 Mk I | 30.75' | $28,372 | 22 | 11 |
| Dufour 31 | 30.83' | $22,383 | 15 | 1 |
| Bowman 36 | 36' | $39,224 | 14 | 9 |
| Westerly Berwick 31 | 31' | $19,578 | 12 | 7 |
| Cal 31 | 31.5' | $10,500 | 9 | 2 |
| Morgan 32 | 31.92' | $24,950 | 8 | 3 |
| Elan 31 | 30.84' | $46,534 | 7 | 3 |
| Westerly Longbow 31 | $22,972 | 5 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $28,274 | 2 | 2 |
| United Kingdom | $10,110 | 2 | 0 |
| Ireland | $22,972 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Westerly Longbow 31 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Westerly Longbow 31 over the past 12 months is $22,972. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Westerly Longbow 31 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Westerly Longbow 31 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Westerly Longbow 31 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Westerly Longbow 31 has increased by 23.08% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Westerly Longbow 31?
- United Kingdom currently has the lowest median asking price at $10,110, while Germany is the most expensive at $28,274 — a 180% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Westerly Longbow 31?
- Comparable models include the Sadler 32, Westerly 33, Moody 31 Mk I. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.