The Bente 28 represents a significant evolution in the "pocket cruiser" category, designed by the renowned naval architecture firm Judel/Vrolijk & Co to bridge the gap between a high-performance day-sailer and a genuine offshore cruiser. Launched under the reorganized ownership of Bente Yachts following the brand’s high-profile insolvency in 2020, the 28-footer was conceived to capitalize on the cult success of its predecessor, the Bente 24, while avoiding the financial overreach associated with the ambitious Bente 39 flagship. The vessel is characterized by its signature "glass" dodger—a colorful, permanent sprayhood that extends into a panoramic coachroof—and a hull form that borrows heavily from modern offshore racing designs, including a wide transom, hard chines, and a voluminous bow.
Bente 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bente
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Bente Yachts
- Designer
- judel/vrolijk & co
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2022 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $240,954 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 27 | 26.24' | $109,000 | 26 | 15 |
| Performance 28 | 28.71' | $206,098 | 22 | 8 |
| Bente Yachts 24 | 24.77' | $62,418 | 19 | 8 |
| Contessa 28 | 27.67' | $9,463 | 14 | 6 |
| Corsair 28 | 28.52' | $57,500 | 10 | 0 |
| Saffier SE 27 | 29.69' | $201,726 | 10 | 1 |
| Mirage 28 | 27.5' | $7,436 | 9 | 5 |
| Laser 28 | 28.41' | $18,082 | 8 | 3 |
| Precision 28 | 28' | $24,900 | 6 | 0 |
| Jensen Cal 28 | $4,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Bente 28?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 27, Performance 28, Bente Yachts 24. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.