The Bavaria 47, introduced in the late 1990s as a flagship of the J&J Design era, represents a period of significant growth for the German shipyard. Built to satisfy the demanding Mediterranean charter market while offering a robust platform for private blue-water cruisers, the 47-footer was engineered for volume, ease of handling, and structural durability. This model is most famously recognized for its two distinct hull configurations: the ubiquitous aft-cockpit cruiser and the far rarer Bavaria 47 Ocean, a center-cockpit variant designed for long-distance voyaging. According to technical discussions hosted by the Bavaria Owners Association, the 47 Ocean remains a highly sought-after curiosity on the used market, with only approximately 25 units ever produced before Bavaria transitioned to the Farr-designed "Cruiser" line in the late 2000s.
Used Bavaria 47 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Bavaria
- Model
- 47
- Builder
- Bavaria Yachtbau
- Designer
- J&J Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1993 - 2001
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