Used First 25 (Beneteau) Sailboats for Sale

The Beneteau First 25, launched in 1979, quickly established itself as a versatile and approachable sailboat, blending spirited performance with practical accommodations in a compact package. Designed by the acclaimed Jean-Marie Finot of Groupe Finot (now Finot-Conq), this monohull was conceived to offer an engaging sailing experience combined with the comforts suitable for coastal cruising and weekend adventures. Built by the renowned French shipyard Beneteau, the First 25 represented the builder's commitment to creating accessible yet capable yachts for a growing leisure market, a philosophy deeply rooted in their embrace of fiberglass construction in the 1960s.