The Beneteau Oceanis 500 stands as a landmark vessel in the evolution of modern production cruising. Launched in 1987 and produced until 1991, this Philippe Briand design was the flagship of the first generation of the Oceanis range, a series that fundamentally redefined the priorities of yacht manufacturers from pure performance to prioritized onboard livability and ease of handling. With 158 hulls completed during its production run, the Oceanis 500 offered a massive beam and an innovative interior volume that was largely unprecedented for the late 1980s. According to the Beneteau Heritage Archives, the model was conceived to "simplify life on board," a philosophy that continues to define the brand’s cruising identity today.
Used Beneteau Oceanis 500 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- Oceanis 500
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Briand
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1988 - ??
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