Bavaria 960 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Axel Mohnhaupt·1985·Bavaria Yachts
Bavaria 960 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
31.5' · 9.6 m
Disp.
7,937 lbs · 3,600 kg
First year
1985

The Bavaria 960, introduced in the mid1980s, stands as a pivotal model in the early history of Bavaria Yachts. Designed by the prolific naval architect Axel Mohnhaupt, the 960 was part of a generation of vessels that transitioned the shipyard from a niche German manufacturer into a dominant force in European production boatbuilding. Built during an era when Winfried Herrmann and Josef Meltl were perfecting their assemblyline techniques, the 960 exemplifies the "German engineering" ethos of the time: prioritize structural integrity, a high ballasttodisplacement ratio, and a logical interior layout that could serve both private owners and the burgeoning charter market.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 35,299
Ask, not sold · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-13.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

5 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

3 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Bavaria 3637.89'$ 69,07711351
Bavaria Yachts 3435.6'$ 57,2896534
Bavaria 960You are here$ 35,29962

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Bavaria 960 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Bavaria 960 over the past 12 months is $35,299. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Bavaria 960 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Bavaria 960 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Bavaria 960 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Bavaria 960 has decreased by 13.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Do Bavaria 960 listings get price reductions?+
About 67% of Bavaria 960 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 0.5% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
05What should I look at instead of a Bavaria 960?+
Comparable models include Bavaria 36, Bavaria Yachts 34. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.