The Westerly Merlin 29, introduced in 1984, represents a pivotal shift for the renowned British builder as it transitioned from the rugged, traditional designs of Jack Laurent Giles to the more contemporary, performance-oriented lines of Ed Dubois. Designed to modernize the Westerly fleet, the Merlin was intended to offer a faster, more agile alternative to the aging Konsort and Centaur models. It succeeded by blending a sophisticated hull form with a surprisingly spacious interior for a vessel under 30 feet. While the company's American namesake, Westerly Marine Inc. of California, focused on custom carbon-fiber racing machines, the British-built Merlin 29 became a cornerstone of European family coastal cruising, eventually evolving into the Merlin 28 and later the Regatta 290.
Westerly Merlin 29 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Westerly
- Model
- Merlin 29
- Builder
- Westerly Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- Ed Dubois
- Number Built
- 21
- Production Year(s)
- 1990 - 1993
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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 | 1 | $21,563 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $19,603 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 29 | 28.42' | $16,899 | 47 | 28 |
| Beneteau First 29 | 29.67' | $21,700 | 28 | 3 |
| Westerly Merlin 28 | 27.06' | $17,568 | 23 | 16 |
| Dehler 29 | 28.71' | $70,073 | 15 | 3 |
| C&C 29 | 29.58' | $12,900 | 12 | 3 |
| Hunter 290 | 28.58' | $26,900 | 11 | 2 |
| Hanse 291 | 29.2' | $24,143 | 8 | 4 |
| CS 36 Merlin | 36' | $47,900 | 7 | 2 |
| Westerly GK 29 | 29' | $17,666 | 5 | 3 |
| CAL 29 | 29' | $4,900 | 3 | 1 |
| Westerly Merlin 29 | $20,583 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $20,583 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Westerly Merlin 29 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Westerly Merlin 29 over the past 12 months is $20,583. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Westerly Merlin 29 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Westerly Merlin 29 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Westerly Merlin 29 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Westerly Merlin 29 has decreased by 4.76% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Westerly Merlin 29?
- Comparable models include the Sadler 29, Beneteau First 29, Westerly Merlin 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.