Beneteau 37 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · bulb

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

37.67' · 11.48 m

Displ.

14,008 lbs · 6,354 kg

First year

2006

The Beneteau 37, often formally marketed as the Oceanis 37, represents a definitive shift in Beneteau’s design language during the late 2000s. Launched in 2007 to replace the BerretRacoupeaudesigned Oceanis 373, the 37 was tasked with marrying modern aesthetic sensibilities with a hull capable of more spirited performance than the highvolume cruisers of the previous decade. To achieve this, Beneteau collaborated with the naval architects at Groupe FinotConq for the underwater profile and deck, while tapping Nauta Design to handle the interior. This model was part of a cohesive generation of "New Oceanis" yachts—including the 31, 34, 40, 43, and 46—all of which shared a distinct family resemblance characterized by lowprofile coachroofs and long, elegant window lines. Unlike its predecessor, which prioritized vertical headroom at the expense of a higher center of gravity, the Beneteau 37 sits lower in the water, offering a more balanced silhouette that appeals to sailors transitioning from performance boats to dedicated cruisers.