The Bacchant IV is a distinguished example of Scandinavian naval architecture, designed by the legendary Knud Reimers in the mid-1960s. Representing a significant evolution in the lineage of Swedish offshore cruisers, the Bacchant IV was envisioned as a "performance cruiser" long before the term became a marketing staple. It bridges the gap between the extreme, narrow proportions of the Square Metre Rule boats and the more voluminous offshore designs that would follow in the 1970s. Built primarily in Sweden, often at yards such as the one responsible for the Singoalla, the Bacchant IV gained a reputation for its slender, elegant lines and its ability to maintain high average speeds in the choppy conditions of the Baltic and North Seas. While production numbers remained relatively modest compared to mass-market French or American yachts, the vessel remains a cult favorite among traditionalists who value aesthetic grace and sea-kindliness over raw interior volume.
Bacchant IV Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bacchant
- Model
- IV
- Builder
- Västerås Hardplast
- Designer
- Knud H Reimers
- Number Built
- 80
- Production Year(s)
- 1964 - 1986
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $29,443 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $19,590 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $33,729 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,218 | 44 | 24 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,643 | 16 | 7 |
| Comfortina 35 | 35.83' | $140,147 | 15 | 7 |
| Albin Ballad 30 | 29.99' | $13,519 | 13 | 3 |
| Maxi 84 | 28.02' | $12,127 | 12 | 3 |
| Baltic 43 | 43.34' | $147,213 | 9 | 5 |
| Ohlson 35 | 34.5' | $21,937 | 7 | 2 |
| Bianca 414 | 41.33' | $87,739 | 6 | 1 |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Saga 35 | 36.5' | $90,112 | 4 | 0 |
| Bacchant IV | $29,443 | 3 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $31,586 | 2 | 2 |
| Sweden | $19,590 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bacchant IV cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bacchant IV over the past 12 months is $29,443. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bacchant IV sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Bacchant IV listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Bacchant IV prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Bacchant IV has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bacchant IV?
- Sweden currently has the lowest median asking price at $19,590, while Denmark is the most expensive at $31,586 — a 61% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bacchant IV?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Contessa 26, Comfortina 35. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.