Buying a Dragon
Most wooden Dragons in North America are from the 50s and 60s. Some are big projects, requiring extensive structural work and the expertise of an experienced boatwright or shipwright to do the work. Others are in decent condition, and someone with some carpentry experience can make basic repairs and cosmetic fixes. There are also some beautifully restored wooden Dragons available from time to time.
Fiberglass Dragons were manufactured in North American in the 70s and 80s and most are still active in fleet racing. You can import new or used Dragons from Europe, where there is a good second hand market, especially in the UK, as well as in The Netherlands and Germany. Shipping costs vary between $3000 and $6000 to either the east coast or the west coast, and there is state/provincial sales tax and federal duty. Make sure you get a separate sales receipt for the boat and the trailer since they have different tax and duty (one is a boat and one is a vehicle). Most used Dragons from Europe are sold with a double-axle trailer and several sets of sails.
If you are doing repairs or restoration, or just updating the rigging, remember to get a copy of the Class Rules and Plans to make sure your Dragon is still a Dragon when you are finished any repairs or rigging changes! Your best assurance that your boat is a Dragon, new or old, is a Builders' Measurement Certificate; ask for it when you are considering a purchase.
Fiberglass Dragons were manufactured in North American in the 70s and 80s and most are still active in fleet racing. You can import new or used Dragons from Europe, where there is a good second hand market, especially in the UK, as well as in The Netherlands and Germany. Shipping costs vary between $3000 and $6000 to either the east coast or the west coast, and there is state/provincial sales tax and federal duty. Make sure you get a separate sales receipt for the boat and the trailer since they have different tax and duty (one is a boat and one is a vehicle). Most used Dragons from Europe are sold with a double-axle trailer and several sets of sails.
If you are doing repairs or restoration, or just updating the rigging, remember to get a copy of the Class Rules and Plans to make sure your Dragon is still a Dragon when you are finished any repairs or rigging changes! Your best assurance that your boat is a Dragon, new or old, is a Builders' Measurement Certificate; ask for it when you are considering a purchase.
Featured Dragon for Sale - CAN139 Eclipse
Nicely updated in 2019, this early 90s Børresen is for sale in Montreal QC. New North sails, all new lines, faired, painted, new NuTeak deck, side mount for electric motor, and more. Includes cradle ride trailer. Please pass on to anyone you know who might be looking for a Dragon. She’s a great looking boat! Brought over for the Worlds in 1991.
Contact Ryan Beck Email Phone
Contact Ryan Beck Email Phone
Wooden Dragons for Sale
These range from needing a lot of work to fully restored, with prices accordingly. Some have impressive racing pedigrees.
CAN26 Cinderella 1950 Jeppesen - Toronto ON - CAD$3000 - Photos - Email
CAN82 Spray 1938 Svendsen - Kelowna BC - needs significant work - Email - Phone
CAN92 Lynx 1961 Van de Stadt - Toronto ON - CAD$3,950 - More Info - Email
CAN115 Tomahawk II 1967 Børresen - Toronto ON - Completely restored in 2015 - Email - Phone
USA11 Arrow 1951 Roland - Spokane WA - restored in 2006 and carefully kept up to date - Photos - Email - Phone
USA32 Marion 1952 Kolbjornsvik - Lynnewood WA - stored outside, but sheltered - Best Offer! - Photos - Email
USA210 Mariah 1963 Savell - Billings MT - project boat plus homemade trailer - stored inside, some seams open, deck needs work - Email - Phone
Fiberglass Dragons for Sale
CAN133 Lorelei 1973 Børresen Vancouver BC - CAD$15,000 - More Info & Photos - Email - Phone
USA261 Blow Me 1975 Børresen Cleveland OH - double axle trailer, sails, lots of extras (3 masts) - Photos - Email - Phone
USA278 Orion 1980 Spoce USD$8000 or best offer Mobile AL - trailer, ready to sail (raced last October) - More Info & Photos - Email - Phone
For general information on buying a Dragon, contact us.
These range from needing a lot of work to fully restored, with prices accordingly. Some have impressive racing pedigrees.
CAN26 Cinderella 1950 Jeppesen - Toronto ON - CAD$3000 - Photos - Email
CAN82 Spray 1938 Svendsen - Kelowna BC - needs significant work - Email - Phone
CAN92 Lynx 1961 Van de Stadt - Toronto ON - CAD$3,950 - More Info - Email
CAN115 Tomahawk II 1967 Børresen - Toronto ON - Completely restored in 2015 - Email - Phone
USA11 Arrow 1951 Roland - Spokane WA - restored in 2006 and carefully kept up to date - Photos - Email - Phone
USA32 Marion 1952 Kolbjornsvik - Lynnewood WA - stored outside, but sheltered - Best Offer! - Photos - Email
USA210 Mariah 1963 Savell - Billings MT - project boat plus homemade trailer - stored inside, some seams open, deck needs work - Email - Phone
Fiberglass Dragons for Sale
CAN133 Lorelei 1973 Børresen Vancouver BC - CAD$15,000 - More Info & Photos - Email - Phone
USA261 Blow Me 1975 Børresen Cleveland OH - double axle trailer, sails, lots of extras (3 masts) - Photos - Email - Phone
USA278 Orion 1980 Spoce USD$8000 or best offer Mobile AL - trailer, ready to sail (raced last October) - More Info & Photos - Email - Phone
For general information on buying a Dragon, contact us.
Dragons for Sale outside North America
British Dragon Association
Doomernik
German Dragon Association
PCT Premier Dragon
Petticrows
Think it's too complex to import a Dragon? Contact us for information on importing a Dragon to the US or Canada.
Doomernik
German Dragon Association
PCT Premier Dragon
Petticrows
Think it's too complex to import a Dragon? Contact us for information on importing a Dragon to the US or Canada.
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