The Beneteau Idylle 1550, launched in the mid-1980s, remains a pinnacle of the French builder’s "golden era," a period characterized by heavily over-engineered hulls and a collaboration with the world’s leading naval architects. Designed by the legendary German Frers, the 1550 was the flagship of the Idylle range—a series dedicated to "Grand Tourism" cruising rather than the regatta-focused "First" series. While many 1550s began their lives in the Caribbean as the Moorings 51, they were built to a standard that significantly exceeded the typical charter specification of the time, featuring solid laminate hulls and rich teak joinery that has allowed them to endure as serious bluewater contenders.
Beneteau Idylle 1550 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- Idylle 1550
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - 1987
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $87,500 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $82,465 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau 473 | 46.92' | $159,040 | 94 | 23 |
| Beneteau 50 | 50.75' | $170,821 | 70 | 24 |
| Tayana 55 | 55' | $204,950 | 26 | 12 |
| Oyster 55 | 56.25' | $398,701 | 11 | 2 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44 | 43.75' | $69,000 | 8 | 0 |
| Dufour F39 | 39.3' | $53,013 | 8 | 4 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 55 CC | 54.98' | $2,179,437 | 5 | 4 |
| Frers F&C 44 | $100,136 | 3 | 2 | |
| Beneteau Idylle 1550 | $82,465 | 1 | 0 | |
| Beneteau Idylle 1150 | 37.73' | $88,356 | 1 | 0 |
| Beneteau Idylle 1350 | 44.29' | $65,972 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | $82,465 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Beneteau Idylle 1550 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Beneteau Idylle 1550 over the past 12 months is $82,465. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Beneteau Idylle 1550 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Beneteau Idylle 1550 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Beneteau Idylle 1550?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau 473, Beneteau 50, Tayana 55. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.