The C&C 45 represents a high-water mark for the Niagara-on-the-Lake builder during the late 1980s, serving as a sophisticated evolution of the performance-cruising ethos that defined the brand. Designed by the C&C Design Group under the direction of Rob Ball, the 45 was introduced around 1987 as a more refined, slightly larger successor to the successful C&C 44. Unlike its predecessor, which leaned more heavily toward the IOR (International Offshore Rule) racing aesthetics of the time, the C&C 45 adopted more "wholesome" lines, featuring a more balanced hull shape and a more comfortable interior aimed at the luxury cruiser-racer market. It effectively bridged the gap between the production-line C&C 41 and the flagship C&C 51, offering a level of build quality and custom-feel joinery that was increasingly rare in production fiberglass boats of that era.
C&C 45 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- C&C
- Model
- 45
- Builder
- C&C Yachts
- Designer
- William Tripp III
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2000 - ??
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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 2026 | 1 | $76,585 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Yachts C45 | 47.34' | $346,802 | 60 | 19 |
| Elan 45 | 44.03' | $82,477 | 19 | 14 |
| Sweden Yachts 45 | 46.42' | $323,969 | 15 | 8 |
| Swan 45 | 45.37' | $325,000 | 11 | 7 |
| Dufour Classic 45 | 45.92' | $111,933 | 11 | 3 |
| C&C 41 | 40.75' | $65,483 | 10 | 1 |
| C&C 44 | 44.17' | $61,900 | 8 | 0 |
| Wauquiez Centurion 45 | 45' | $149,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Moody 45 Classic | 46.03' | $553,772 | 5 | 4 |
| C&C 40-2 | 39.58' | $36,198 | 4 | 0 |
| C&C 45 | $76,585 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | $76,585 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used C&C 45 cost?
- The median asking price for a used C&C 45 over the past 12 months is $76,585. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many C&C 45 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 C&C 45 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are C&C 45 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the C&C 45 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the C&C 45?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts C45, Elan 45, Sweden Yachts 45. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.