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What is a 1972 Yamaha worth?

A 1972 Yamaha carries a median asking price of $7,500 on the used market, with most selling between $5,500 and $7,500. Figures come from 6 real listings in BoatVerdict's market data, not a static guidebook.

Median value$8K50th percentile
Typical low$6K25th percentile
Typical high$8K75th percentile
Listings priced6live market

1972 Yamaha used price range

median $8K
$6K$8K$8K

Interquartile range from 6 live listings (full span $5,500 to $7,500). Sources: craigslist.

Against a median new Yamaha asking of $18,500, a 1972 model has shed roughly 59% of its new price.

What the market says

A 1972 Yamaha typically sells for around $7,500 based on 4 current market listings. All observed boats are under 20 feet and priced consistently at this figure. Condition, hours, engine type, and regional demand can shift individual asking prices, though the current market shows limited variation.

Price by length

LengthListingsMedian asking
Under 20 ft6$7,500

Bigger boats of the same year carry higher prices. Match the length to the listing you are weighing.

Where 1972 Yamaha boats are listed

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Frequently asked questions

What is a 1972 Yamaha boat worth in 2026?

Current market data shows 1972 Yamaha boats asking $7,500, with all 4 active listings priced at this point. Boats under 20 feet dominate the available inventory.

How does boat length affect 1972 Yamaha value?

All 4 current 1972 Yamaha listings are under 20 feet and priced at $7,500. Longer models may command different prices when available, but the present market shows only smaller boats.

How does a 1972 Yamaha compare to newer Yamaha boat prices?

The median asking price for new Yamaha boats is $18,000, about 2.4 times the typical 1972 model price of $7,500. Age, features, and hull condition account for most of the difference.

Are 1972 Yamaha boats a good value?

At $7,500, a 1972 Yamaha offers entry level pricing for the brand, but buyers should budget for potential engine work, trailer condition issues, and dated electronics typical of 50 plus year old boats.

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