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.

Dragons for Sale in North America

Featured Dragon for Sale - USA11

Built in 1951 by Roland, Norway (a well-known builder of that era), imported in 1956 to San Francisco Bay, now in Spokane WA.
Arrow is in very good condition, with most of the original hardware and newer teak decks. She has been carefully up-graded and cared for by it’s past owners.
A comprehensive restoration was done in 2006 by Peter Christensen, Shaw Island, WA - Floors, mast step, dead wood replaced, much of the planking below the waterline replaced and all new and existing planking refastened. A lovely Dragon for those who like Classics. Comes with a current measurement Certificate.

Upgrades
  • New Triad Trailer 2014
  • New mainsail, Schattauer Sails 2015
  • New full cover 2011
  • New summer cover 2013
  • Very nice custom aluminum outboard transom mount
  • Wooden traveler mount in cockpit
  • Cockpit redone for comfort

Contact Dave Nanni email phone

Wooden Dragons
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
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
CAN133 Lorelei 1973 Børresen Vancouver BC - CAD$15,000 - More Info & Photos - Email - Phone
USA278 Orion 1980 Spoce, trailer, ready to sail (raced last October) - Mobile AL - USD$8500 - 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.