Used Beneteau First 32 S5 Sailboats for Sale

The Beneteau First 32 S5, launched in the late 1980s, represents a seminal moment in production boatbuilding where high-concept industrial design met proven naval architecture. Developed as a collaboration between naval architect Jean Berret and the world-renowned designer Philippe Starck, the "S5" series—which also included the 35 S5 and 38 S5—was intended to shatter the conservative aesthetic of the era. The 32 S5 replaced the original First 32, offering a more aggressive hull form and an interior that felt more like a Parisian apartment than a traditional mahogany-clad cabin. It remains a popular choice for sailors who prioritize aesthetic flair and "seat-of-the-pants" sailing feedback over the heavy, volumetric cruising focus of the later Oceanis lines.