Beneteau First 435 Sailboats for Sale

German Frers·1984 – 1987·Beneteau
Beneteau First 435 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
43.5' · 13.26 m
Disp.
23,809 lbs · 10,800 kg
First year
1984

The Beneteau First 435, introduced in 1984, stands as a hallmark of the "Golden Era" of French performance cruising. Designed by Jean Berret, this model was the successor to the highly successful First 42 and represented a strategic shift for Beneteau toward more voluminous, offshorecapable yachts that did not sacrifice the racing pedigree of the First line. Built during a period when the shipyard was solidifying its global dominance, the 435 was crafted with a focus on structural rigidity and longdistance comfort, making it a favorite for transoceanic sailors and club racers alike. According to the Beneteau Group’s historical archives, the model remained in production until the late 1980s, eventually carving out a reputation as a "modern classic" that bridges the gap between the IORinfluenced designs of the 1970s and the beamier, more stabilized cruisers of the 1990s.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 72,914
Asking price · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+25.1%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Greece (75.0%) · Spain (25.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Beneteau First 435 listings appear across 2 countries. Greece has the most listings with 3 (75.0%), followed by Spain.

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

Country view

4 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Greece$ 72,9143075.0%
Spain$ 55,8891025.0%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

7 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Jeanneau Sun Sun Odyssey 4343.34'$ 109,4986815
Beneteau First 40540.67'$ 59,0003511
Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk I44.52'$ 375,542329
Dufour 3535.25'$ 30,000289
Privilège 43543'$ 274,000223
Pearson 36536.42'$ 29,000124
Beneteau First 435You are here$ 72,91440

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Beneteau First 435 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Beneteau First 435 over the past 12 months is $72,914. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Beneteau First 435 sailboats are for sale?+
4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Beneteau First 435 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Beneteau First 435 is up 25.1% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Beneteau First 435 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Beneteau First 435 listings over the past 12 months are Greece (75.0%), Spain (25.0%).
05Do Beneteau First 435 listings get price reductions?+
About 33% of Beneteau First 435 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 1.9% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Beneteau First 435?+
Comparable models include Jeanneau Sun Sun Odyssey 43, Beneteau First 405, Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk I. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.