The Avance 36 is a quintessential example of late-1970s Scandinavian performance cruising, a vessel that prioritized elegant lines and balanced sailing characteristics over the maximize-volume trend that would later dominate the industry. Designed by the legendary Peter Norlin and built by Öja Båtar AB in Finland, the model emerged in 1977 as a sophisticated alternative to the more mass-produced cruisers of the era. With approximately 100 hulls produced through the mid-1980s, the Avance 36 earned a reputation as a "gentleman’s cruiser," blending IOR-era performance nuances with the robust construction required for the demanding conditions of the Baltic Sea.
Used Avance 36 Sailboats for Sale

- Make
- Avance
- Model
- 36
- Builder
- Avance Yachts
- Designer
- Peter Norlin
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - ??
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