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CATALINA 30 MKII

CATALINA 30 MKII

Catalina Yachts🇺🇸· Design: Gerry Douglass
$19,447 avg$5,000 – $34,900 (72 listings)1986–1991
$1.3K – $3.6K est. annual maintenance
Offshore CruisermonoMasthead SloopFin
Catalina 30/309 Association (IC30A) ↗

Specifications

Hull

LOA29.92 ft
LWL25 ft
Beam10.83 ft
Draft5.25 ft
Displacement10,200 lb
Ballast4,249.4 lb
Material29’ 11”9.12 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL6.7 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height43 ft
Jforetriangle base13.16 ft
Pmainsail luff37 ft
Emainsail foot12 ft
SA total504.94 sq ft

Accommodation

Cabins2
Berths4
Heads1
CE categoryN/A€

Engine

UniversalM-2520 hpSee all 12 parts →
UniversalM-25XP23 hpSee all 12 parts →

About the CATALINA 30 MKII

(1986-1991) Among changes were 'T' cockpit, slightly different deck and liner, and different Engine options. A wing keel version was available,(hull #500+) as was a tall rig. Wing keel: DRAFT: 1.17m/3.83'. BALLAST: 4300lbs/1950kg DISPLACEMENT: 10,300lbs/4672kg Sail Area(100%): 504.94 ft2/46.91 m2

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Gerry Douglass and built by Catalina Yachts (USA) from 1986–1991, the Catalina 30 MKII is a popular masthead sloop known for its comfortable interior and manageable handling. With a displacement of 10200.0 lb and a beam of 10.83 ft, it offers a stable platform for coastal cruising, though owners frequently report structural concerns regarding the deck core and keel attachment.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior comfort and ease of handling over high-performance racing. Its moderate sail area and comfortable ratio make it accessible for couples or small families seeking a reliable, low-maintenance cruiser.
Bluewater capability:
While the 10200.0 lb displacement and 2.0 capsize ratio suggest reasonable stability for protected waters, the prevalence of reported keel smile and deck core moisture issues raises significant concerns for extended offshore passages without extensive prior survey and repair.
Comparables:
Comparable boats from this era include the Cal 30 and the O'Day 302, which share similar beam widths and displacement ranges. These vessels offer similar interior volumes and cruising-oriented hull forms, making them direct competitors in the used market for buyers seeking a 30-foot trailerable or coastal cruiser.

Direct variant of the CATALINA 30 MKII

Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.

CATALINA 30 MKIII1990–2008

Performance

Comfort24.9
Capsize2.00
SA/Disp14.9
Disp/Len291
Bal/Disp41.2

Estimated Value

High Confidence
Based on 64 listings
Low
$9,491
Estimated Value
$12,935
High
$16,195
Boats sell for ~0% below asking price (based on 2 actual sales) · Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Asking price by model year

79 listings · boat years 1977–2008 · median $19,900

$0$10k$20k$30k$40kmedian $19,9001980198519901995200020051992 30 MkII · $20,000 · CT, US1987 30 MkII · $11,900 · MA, US1988 30 MkII · $19,900 · NY, US1988 Catalina 30 MKII · $15,000 · Florida, US1984 catalina 30 Tall Rig · $18,000 · Washington, US1981 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $6,250 · Virginia, US1989 Catalina Catalina 30 Mk II · $24,000 · Colorado, US1983 Catalina 30' MK I · $12,500 · California, US1990 Catalina 30 MkII · $27,500 · Texas, US1983 Catalina C-30 Tall Rig · $12,998 · Texas, US1982 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $18,950 · Michigan, US1988 Catalina 30 mkii · $19,900 · New York, US1984 catalina 30 MKII · $17,000 · Michigan, US1989 Catalina 30 MKII · $9,700 · Massachusetts, US1990 Catalina C-30 MKII · $34,900 · Virginia, US1979 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $12,000 · Illinois, US1978 Catalina C-30 Tall Rig · $26,500 · Minnesota, US1982 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $15,000 · Connecticut, US1982 CATALINA 30 Tall Rig · $18,000 · North Carolina, US1981 Catalina 30 Mark I Tall Rig · $22,250 · Florida, US1980 Catalina 30 tall rig · $18,000 · Arizona, MX1985 Catalina C30 Tall Rig · $20,000 · South Carolina, US1987 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $19,500 · Alabama, US1991 Catalina 30 MKII · $25,000 · Texas, US1987 catalina 30 MkII · $22,500 · Outside United States1990 Catalina 30 MK II · $19,995 · Tennessee, US1991 Catalina 30 MKII · $28,400 · Georgia, US1992 Catalina 30 Sl Mk II · $30,000 · Florida, US1988 Catalina 30 Mark II · $19,000 · Massachusetts, US1984 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $14,900 · Wisconsin, US1989 Catalina 30 MK11 wing keel · $24,000 · Texas, US1984 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $13,000 · Florida, US1988 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $14,500 · Iowa, US1991 Catalina C30 Mark II · $29,000 · Kansas, US1984 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $17,500 · Wisconsin, US1987 Catalina 30 MK II TR WK · $21,500 · New York, US2008 Catalina 350 MK II · $112,000 · Florida, US1989 Catalina 30 MKII · $22,500 · Ohio, US1980 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $8,500 · California, US1987 Catalina 30 MKII · $19,000 · Florida, US1977 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $9,800 · California, US1980 Catalina C30 TRBS Mark I · $19,000 · New York, US1985 Catalina C-30 Tall Rig · $15,500 · Ohio, US1990 Catalina 30 mark 11 tall rig · $24,300 · North Carolina, US1988 Catalina C30 MKII · $20,000 · New York, US1986 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $10,500 · New York, US1984 Catalina 30 MK I · $13,000 · Massachusetts, US1986 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $19,500 · North Carolina, US1984 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $24,999 · New York, US1985 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $28,000 · US1982 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $10,000 · Florida, US2008 Catalina 350 MKII · $118,000 · Florida, US1977 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $9,250 · New Jersey, US1984 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $19,000 · Illinois, US1979 Catalina 30 tall rig · $10,500 · Florida, US1989 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $27,500 · New York, US1986 Catalina 30 Tall Rig · $20,000 · Florida, US2004 Catalina 350 MK II · $105,000 · Texas, US1989 Catalina 30' tall rig · $25,000 · North Carolina, US1989 30 MkII · $20,000 · TX, US1988 30 MkII · $15,000 · FL, US1988 30 MkII · $27,900 · CA, US1987 30 MkII · $18,500 · CA, US1987 30 MkII · $25,000 · CA, US1986 30 MkII · $19,900 · IL, US1988 30 MkII · $24,400 · CA, US1988 30 MkII · $9,900 · MA, US1990 C-30 MKII · $34,900 · VA, US1988 Catalina 30 MKII Tall Mast · $27,595 · IL, US1992 30 MkII · $29,800 · FL, US1992 30 MkII · $23,000 · MA, US1989 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $22,000 · GA1988 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $19,900 · WI1988 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $25,000 · MD1988 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $19,900 · WI1987 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $18,500 · CA1992 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $29,800 · FL1987 Catalina catalina 30 mkii · $17,700 · WI1990 Catalina catalina c 30 mkii · $29,900 · VAAsking price (USD)Boat model year

Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 29.92ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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$1.3K – $3.6K
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

16 reported issues across 8 systems for the CATALINA 30 MKII, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

4 critical6 major6 minor
Structural5Deck4Engine2Rudder1Hull1Rigging1Keel1Electrical1

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Engine Parts & Maintenance

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