Introduced in 1986, the Beneteau First 235 remains one of the most successful "pocket rockets" ever produced by the French yard. Designed by Jean-Marie Finot of Groupe Finot, the boat was a radical departure from the conservative small cruisers of the early 1980s, prioritizing a high-volume "wedge" hull that carried its beam far aft. This design allowed Beneteau to market a 23-foot boat with features typically reserved for 30-footers, such as a dedicated aft cabin and a separate head. Production was split between France and the newly opened Beneteau facility in Marion, South Carolina, where approximately 680 units were built before the model was discontinued in 1991. The boat is celebrated in the Beneteau Heritage Archive as a pivotal model that brought sophisticated naval architecture to the trailer-sailer market.
Beneteau First 235 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- First 235
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Group Finot
- Number Built
- 680
- Production Year(s)
- 1986 - 1991
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 | $5,350 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $12,841 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | $8,984 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $7,200 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $23,503 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $9,572 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 31.7 | 31.53' | $55,369 | 39 | 11 |
| Beneteau First 35 | 35.17' | $82,465 | 31 | 11 |
| Beneteau First 25.7 | 24.57' | $39,156 | 31 | 10 |
| Beneteau First 29 | 29.67' | $21,700 | 28 | 3 |
| Beneteau First 285 | 28.16' | $20,220 | 27 | 10 |
| Beneteau First 35 S5 | 35.42' | $50,034 | 18 | 6 |
| Beneteau First 27.7 | 29.04' | $37,195 | 17 | 6 |
| Beneteau First 24 | 24.61' | $15,900 | 16 | 4 |
| Beneteau First 235 | $9,468 | 11 | 5 | |
| Parker Boats 235 | 23.5' | $18,259 | 11 | 8 |
| Beneteau First 25 | 24.61' | $9,400 | 9 | 5 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $8,000 | 5 | 1 |
| United Kingdom | $10,144 | 3 | 2 |
| Germany | $25,594 | 2 | 2 |
| Spain | $12,841 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Beneteau First 235 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Beneteau First 235 over the past 12 months is $9,468. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Beneteau First 235 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 11 Beneteau First 235 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Beneteau First 235 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Beneteau First 235 has increased by 14.29% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Beneteau First 235?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $8,000, while Germany is the most expensive at $25,594 — a 220% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Beneteau First 235?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 31.7, Beneteau First 35, Beneteau First 25.7. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.