The Alubat Ovni 385 is a definitive expression of the French shipyard's "go-anywhere" philosophy, designed by Philippe Briand to bridge the gap between coastal comfort and high-latitude exploration. Launched in the late 1990s as an evolution of the earlier Ovni 36 and 37, this 11.5-meter aluminum cruiser represents the era when Alubat refined the dériveur intégral (integral lifting keel) concept for the modern blue-water market. Constructed from 5083 H111 aluminum, the 385 features the signature hard-chine hull and unpainted topsides that signify extreme durability and low maintenance. Its most defining characteristic is the ability to retract its keel completely into the hull, reducing the draft to a mere 0.52 meters (approx. 1'8"), allowing the vessel to enter shallow estuaries or dry out on a sandy beach—maneuvers impossible for traditional fixed-keel monohulls. According to the Alubat shipyard archives, the model was a cornerstone of their late-90s production, eventually succeeded by the Ovni 395.
Alubat Ovni 385 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $212,083 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $197,355 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dufour 385 Grand Large | 38.45' | $108,052 | 48 | 15 |
| Hallberg-Rassy Rasmus 35 | 34.5' | $38,352 | 34 | 21 |
| Island Packet 485/525 | 52.17' | $398,000 | 25 | 5 |
| Catalina 385 | 39.16' | $269,000 | 21 | 6 |
| Garcia Exploration 45 | 48.82' | $1,013,285 | 14 | 5 |
| Oyster 485 | 48.5' | $329,000 | 12 | 5 |
| Oyster Yachts 435 | 43.42' | $101,182 | 12 | 7 |
| Allures 45.9 | 48.39' | $645,937 | 8 | 4 |
| Garcia Explocat 52 | 55.58' | $2,292,480 | 7 | 6 |
| Nauticat 385 | 38.22' | $386,228 | 5 | 3 |
| Alubat Ovni 385 | $212,083 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| Portugal | $212,083 | 2 | 0 |
| Italy | $182,627 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Alubat Ovni 385 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Alubat Ovni 385 over the past 12 months is $212,083. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Alubat Ovni 385 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Alubat Ovni 385 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Alubat Ovni 385?
- Italy currently has the lowest median asking price at $182,627, while Portugal is the most expensive at $212,083 — a 16% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Alubat Ovni 385?
- Comparable models include the Dufour 385 Grand Large, Hallberg-Rassy Rasmus 35, Island Packet 485/525. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.