Why does the Shoalsailer cost more than a 35 production sail boat?
Shannon’s construction standards and materials are much different from assembly line production boats. The Shoalsailer has better (and more expensive) standard equipment (such as linear closed-cell PVC foam core instead of balsa wood), the fit and finish of its interior woodwork is done to a higher level, and features like the dual steering stations are expensive. Like Shannon’s offshore sailboats, the extra cost of Shoalsailer 35 will more than be recaptured over the years through reduced cost of maintenance and repair, along with a much higher resale value than is found on a production boat. Shannon’s historical high resale values over a 30 year period are the envy of the yacht industry. When trouble free enjoyment and pride of ownership are factored in, the Shoalsailer is an exceptional bargain. Ask any Shannon owner or marine surveyor about Shannon’s quality.
