Beneteau First 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Jean-Marie Finot·1980 – 1982·~600 hulls·Beneteau
Beneteau First 28 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
28.21' · 8.6 m
Displ.
5,952 lbs · 2,700 kg
First year
1980

The Beneteau First 28, launched in 1980, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the "performance cruiser" concept. Designed by the esteemed JeanMarie Finot of Groupe Finot, the model was engineered to bridge the gap between the raw athleticism of the IOR (International Offshore Rule) racers and the creature comforts required by family cruisers. During its production run from 1980 to 1984, Beneteau produced approximately 600 units, a testament to its commercial success and the beginning of the "First" line’s dominance in the midsize market. The vessel is characterized by its wide beam for the era (3.00 meters) and a hull shape that prioritizes initial stability and volume without sacrificing the nimble handling Finot designs are known for.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 11,577
Ask, not sold · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
5
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
France (33.3%) · Ireland (33.3%) · Germany (22.2%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Beneteau First 28 listings span 4 countries. France leads with 3 listings (33.3%), followed by Ireland and Germany.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

9 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
France$ 34,9073133.3%
Ireland$ 11,5773233.3%
Germany$ 46,4262122.2%
United States$ 5,9001011.1%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2303919
Beneteau First 2929.67'$ 21,5003612
Beneteau First 3840.2'$ 34,7903114
Beneteau First 37537.08'$ 40,839226
Saffier 2828.18'$ 40,724136
Beneteau First 3232.5'$ 20,944136
Mirage 2827.5'$ 10,095138
Jeanneau First 28You are here$ 11,577105
Beneteau First 2524.61'$ 9,354105
Islander 2827.92'$ 5,80072

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Beneteau First 28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Beneteau First 28 over the past 12 months is $11,577. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Beneteau First 28 sailboats are for sale?+
5 Beneteau First 28 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Beneteau First 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Beneteau First 28 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Beneteau First 28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Beneteau First 28 listings over the past 12 months are France (33.3%), Ireland (33.3%), Germany (22.2%).
05What should I look at instead of a Beneteau First 28?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), Beneteau First 29, Beneteau First 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.