Comfort
Comfort 30
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The Comfort 30 is one of Northern Europe's most recognisable Swedish production sailboats. Designed by Kenneth Albinsson and built from 1972 to 1980, approximately 1,000 hulls left Comfort Yachts — Sweden's early mass-market family cruiser and predecessor to the Comfortina 32. With 9.1 m LOA, 2.8 m beam, and about 3,100 kg displacement, the model suits couples and small families cruising the Baltic, Skagerrak, and North Sea. Comfort Yachts launched the Comfort 30 when Scandinavian families were moving from wooden boats to affordable GRP — Kenneth Albinsson's hull offered predictable manners in archipelago chop and a shoal-keel option for drying moorings. Early hulls were built by Industriplast (Arvika) and Sweden Boats (Stenungsund); most production came from Comfortbåtar AB in Arvika. Buyers on the Finnish and Swedish east coast often cross-shop Comfort 30 against early Albin and Maxi alternatives at similar LOA. Pricing reflects osmosis history on 1970s layup, standing rigging invoices, and whether the shoal-keel variant fits local mooring. Operating costs align with other 9 m classics: 60,000–160,000 kr annual baseline for berth, insurance, haul-out, and routine service. FairHelm tracks Comfort 30 listings because these hulls trade constantly on Blocket, Scanboat, and German brokerage sites. Buyers are rarely choosing between "good" and "bad" boats — they are choosing between documented maintenance and deferred work. A polished teak cockpit or new plotter does not cancel unknown rigging age, keel-bolt corrosion, or moisture at chainplates. That is why survey discipline matters more here than brand romance. For Nordic ownership, Comfort 30 works as a coastal weekender with occasional longer passages when equipped for cold-water sailing: reliable heating, solid ground tackle, and a realistic technical reserve beyond berth and insurance. Compare adjacent models in FairHelm's [model guides](/en/yachts/models/) and read survey notes before committing a deposit. The cheapest asking price on Blocket is rarely the cheapest boat to own over three seasons. When you shortlist a Comfort 30, build a simple survey scorecard: hull osmosis, rigging age, portlight seals, and shoal-keel fairing. Owner forums and yard quotes from Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Helsingør help you separate cosmetic refresh from structural deferral — especially on boats marketed as "ready to sail" without invoices.
At a glance
Quick facts
- Production
- 1972–1980
- LOA
- 9.1 m
- Beam
- 2.8 m
- Model
- Comfort 30
Technical data
- Length overall (LOA)
- 9.1 m
- Beam
- 2.8 m
- Production years
- 1972–1980
Typical problems
- What osmosis issues appear on older Comfort 30 hulls?
- 1970s GRP layup can show osmotic blistering; early treatment beats deferring through a quick sale.
- What standing rigging fatigue issues appear on Comfort 30?
- Calendar replacement often lags on coastal-only boats; missing invoices should trigger price negotiation.
- What cockpit drainage issues appear on Comfort 30?
- Original drainage paths may need modification; standing water accelerates core issues near the companionway.
- What shoal keel grounding wear issues appear on Comfort 30?
- Shoal-keel versions show fairing wear at drying moorings; haul-out inspection is essential.
- What portlight seal age issues appear on Comfort 30?
- Acrylic portlights fog and leak; replacement sets cost 6,000–18,000 kr on 1970s builds.
Design History
Comfort Yachts launched the Comfort 30 in 1972 when Scandinavian families were shifting from wooden boats to affordable GRP — Kenneth Albinsson shaped the hull (evolved from Rolf Magnusson's Joker S30) for predictable manners in archipelago chop and offered a shoal-keel option for drying moorings common on the Finnish and Swedish east coasts. At about 9.1 m LOA and 2.8 m beam, the model became one of Sweden's earliest mass-market family cruisers. Production ran from 1972 to 1980; registry and owner-club sources suggest approximately 1,000 completed hulls.
The Comfort 30 bridged Swedish yards toward volume GRP production before the Comfortina 32 refined the formula for 1980s–90s buyers — explaining persistent Blocket liquidity decades after production ended.
Mid-production changes were mostly interior trim, engine options, and deck hardware rather than fundamental hull revisions. That means survey condition, winter storage history, and rigging invoices usually matter more than the model year printed on the brochure. When you evaluate a Comfort 30 on Blocket, treat the maintenance story as part of the specification — not a footnote after the asking price.
Annual Ownership Costs
| Cost item | Low (SEK) | High (SEK) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marina berth | 18,000 | 38,000 | 9.1 m class, Stockholm/Gothenburg |
| Insurance | 7,000 | 18,000 | Agreed value and cruising area |
| Haul-out + winter | 11,000 | 26,000 | Yard package varies by region |
| Antifouling + hull care | 5,500 | 14,000 | Materials and labour |
| Engine / drivetrain | 4,500 | 14,000 | Service intervals |
| Rigging reserve | 6,000 | 18,000 | Standing rigging age |
| Deck / structural reserve | 5,500 | 20,000 | Bedding, osmosis follow-up |
| Total annual | 57,500 | 158,000 | Excludes major refit years |
Annual ownership for Comfort 30 is predictable when service records are complete. Berth, storage, and insurance dominate fixed costs in Sweden. The largest variables are osmosis treatment, rigging replacement timing, and any survey-led deck work triggered after purchase. Keep a separate technical reserve so routine season costs stay stable — especially on Blocket boats marketed as "ready to sail" without invoices.
Pre-Purchase Survey Checklist
Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist: Comfort 30
Hull, Keel and Underwater Body
- Moisture-map the underwater hull; document osmosis or barrier-coat history on Comfort 30 GRP of this era.
- Inspect keel-to-hull joint, keel bolts (if external iron), and shoal-keel fairing wear at drying moorings.
- Check rudder bearings and steering linkage under load during sea trial.
Deck and Hardware
- Test bedding at stanchions, tracks, and winches; open nearby interior access if damp stains appear.
- Inspect hatches and portlights for seal compression and core moisture at corners.
- Verify chainplate areas internally for rust staining or soft laminate.
Rig and Sail Systems
- Confirm standing rigging age with invoices; treat unknown age as near-term replacement on coastal-only hulls.
- Inspect mast step, spreaders, and terminals for corrosion or fatigue marks.
- Operate furling and reefing systems under realistic load.
Machinery and Systems
- Review engine service including cooling, exhaust elbow, and mounts.
- Audit batteries, charging, and owner-added electrical work for safe fusing.
- Check cockpit drainage paths and companionway seals for standing water.