The Windward 850 represents the pinnacle of the short-lived but respected production run by Windward Marine Ltd. in Richmond, British Columbia. Introduced in the late 1970s as a substantial upgrade to the builder's smaller Windward 24, the 850—named for its 8.5-meter length—was designed by the prolific naval architect John Simpson. The vessel was specifically engineered to navigate the challenging, often unpredictable waters of the Pacific Northwest, where "stiffness" and structural integrity are prioritized over raw light-air speed. As a quintessential "pocket cruiser," the 850 bridged the gap between entry-level daysailers and heavy blue-water yachts, offering a hull form that maximized interior volume without sacrificing the sea-kindliness required for the Strait of Georgia or the Inside Passage.
Windward 850 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Windward
- Model
- 850
- Builder
- Windward Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- John Simpson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1973 - 1982
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $10,750 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallberg-Rassy 38 | 37.96' | $92,479 | 22 | 9 |
| Esse 850 | 27.89' | $58,091 | 20 | 6 |
| Tradewind 35 | 35.01' | $60,857 | 16 | 9 |
| Maxi 84 | 28.02' | $12,131 | 12 | 3 |
| Westwind Wind 35 | 35.07' | $35,342 | 9 | 4 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Pearson Vanguard 33 | 32.58' | $15,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Bavaria 350 | 35.25' | $57,726 | 5 | 2 |
| Windward 850 | $10,750 | 1 | 0 | |
| Beneteau Idylle 1350 | 44.29' | $65,972 | 1 | 1 |
| Beneteau Idylle 1150 | 37.73' | $88,356 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $10,750 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Windward 850 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Windward 850 over the past 12 months is $10,750. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Windward 850 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Windward 850 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Windward 850?
- Comparable models include the Hallberg-Rassy 38, Esse 850, Tradewind 35. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.