The Astus 16.5 represents a pivotal shift for the French manufacturer Astus Boats, marking the first collaboration between the shipyard and the legendary naval architecture firm VPLP Design. Launched in 2016 as a successor to the Astus 16.1, this "pocket multihull" was designed to bridge the gap between high-performance beach catamarans and more stable, traditional day sailors. By utilizing a trimaran configuration with modern, wave-piercing floats, the 16.5 offers a platform that is significantly more stable than a monohull dinghy while maintaining the "nomadic" spirit that defines the brand. The vessel is constructed using a vacuum-infusion process, which ensures a high strength-to-weight ratio—a necessity for a boat designed to be rigged and launched by a single person.
Astus 16.5 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Astus
- Model
- 16.5
- Builder
- Astus Boats
- Designer
- VPLP Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2016 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $32,375 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $25,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $19,903 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance 28 | 28.71' | $206,098 | 22 | 8 |
| Corsair 27 | 27' | $37,500 | 21 | 7 |
| Corsair 31/F-31 | 30.83' | $85,000 | 15 | 2 |
| Corsair 880 | 28.87' | $199,357 | 15 | 6 |
| Corsair Dash 750 | 24.25' | $55,900 | 11 | 3 |
| Corsair 28 | 28.52' | $57,500 | 10 | 0 |
| Windrider 17 | 17.33' | $4,999 | 10 | 1 |
| Mirage Mirage Tandem Island | 18.5' | $5,725 | 10 | 2 |
| Dragonfly 25 | 25.25' | $115,941 | 6 | 1 |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| Astus 16.5 | $22,452 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $19,903 | 1 | 0 |
| United States | $25,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Astus 16.5 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Astus 16.5 over the past 12 months is $22,452. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Astus 16.5 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Astus 16.5 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Astus 16.5?
- Germany currently has the lowest median asking price at $19,903, while United States is the most expensive at $25,000 — a 26% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Astus 16.5?
- Comparable models include the Performance 28, Corsair 27, Corsair 31/F-31. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.