The Beneteau First 260 Spirit, launched in 1995, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the modern performance cruiser. Designed by the esteemed firm Finot-Conq, this 25-foot vessel was engineered to bridge the gap between a spirited club racer and a functional family weekender. It was a departure from the heavier, more traditional cruisers of the era, leaning instead toward the "loft" concept that Beneteau would later refine across its entire range. The hull was so successful that it enjoyed an unusually long production life, eventually evolving into the First 25.7 in 2004 and the First 25S in 2012, both of which utilized the same fundamental hull lines.
Beneteau First 260 Spirit Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- First 260 Spirit
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Groupe Finot
- Number Built
- 500
- Production Year(s)
- 1994 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $23,561 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $27,096 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $19,203 |
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 25.7 | 24.57' | $39,156 | 31 | 10 |
| Beneteau First 29 | 29.67' | $21,700 | 28 | 3 |
| Beneteau First 27 | 26.24' | $109,000 | 26 | 15 |
| diseño Finot First 310 | 31' | $35,000 | 18 | 7 |
| Beneteau First 27.7 | 29.04' | $37,195 | 17 | 6 |
| Beneteau First 24 | 24.61' | $15,900 | 16 | 4 |
| Beneteau First 300 | 29.69' | $43,000 | 9 | 1 |
| Beneteau First 25 | 24.61' | $9,400 | 9 | 5 |
| Hunter 260 | 26.25' | $18,745 | 4 | 2 |
| Beneteau First 260 Spirit | $23,561 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | $27,096 | 1 | 0 |
| France | $23,561 | 1 | 0 |
| Italy | $19,203 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Beneteau First 260 Spirit cost?
- The median asking price for a used Beneteau First 260 Spirit over the past 12 months is $23,561. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Beneteau First 260 Spirit sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Beneteau First 260 Spirit listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Beneteau First 260 Spirit prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Beneteau First 260 Spirit has decreased by 18.5% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Beneteau First 260 Spirit?
- Italy currently has the lowest median asking price at $19,203, while Spain is the most expensive at $27,096 — a 41% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Beneteau First 260 Spirit?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 31.7, Beneteau First 25.7, Beneteau First 29. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.