The Bristol 56.6 represents the pinnacle of the Rhode Island builder’s "second generation" philosophy, blending the robust, overbuilt heritage of Clint Pearson’s yard with the sophisticated performance-oriented naval architecture of the Ted Hood design group. Often regarded as the flagship of the Bristol line alongside the nearly identical 54.4 and later 57 models, the 56.6 was conceived as a high-end semi-custom performance cruiser. It was designed to cater to a demographic that demanded blue-water capability, a shallow-draft centerboard configuration for Caribbean cruising, and an interior finish that rivaled European contemporaries like Hinckley or Little Harbor.
Bristol 56.6 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bristol
- Model
- 56.6
- Builder
- Bristol Yachts
- Designer
- Dieter Empacher
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1986 - ??
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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 | $315,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $315,000 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $315,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $315,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $599,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol 35.5 | 35.5' | $44,000 | 29 | 6 |
| Little Harbor 40 | 40.16' | $42,500 | 27 | 7 |
| Oyster Yachts 56 | 57.33' | $608,641 | 21 | 5 |
| Bristol 41.1 | 41.14' | $74,499 | 17 | 3 |
| Bristol 38.8 | 38.25' | $63,900 | 16 | 4 |
| Bristol 29.9 | 29.92' | $14,500 | 13 | 3 |
| Bristol Channel Cutter | 37.75' | $139,000 | 13 | 4 |
| North Wind 56 | $318,080 | 9 | 1 | |
| Hylas 56 | 54.08' | $854,500 | 6 | 3 |
| Bristol 56.6 | $315,000 | 4 | 1 | |
| Bristol 47.7 | 47' | $198,500 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $315,000 | 3 | 0 |
| United States | $599,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bristol 56.6 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bristol 56.6 over the past 12 months is $315,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bristol 56.6 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Bristol 56.6 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Bristol 56.6 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Bristol 56.6 has increased by 90.16% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bristol 56.6?
- Canada currently has the lowest median asking price at $315,000, while United States is the most expensive at $599,000 — a 90% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bristol 56.6?
- Comparable models include the Bristol 35.5, Little Harbor 40, Oyster Yachts 56. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.