The Carrera 290 is a high-performance racer-cruiser that represents a pivotal era in American yacht design, specifically the late 1980s shift toward "sportboats" that could still provide basic overnight accommodations. Designed by the legendary Rod Johnstone—the naval architect behind the J/Boats empire—and built by Carrera Yachts in Florida, the 290 was an evolution of the earlier Carrera 28. It was engineered to be a "PHRF killer," a boat capable of winning under handicap systems while remaining manageable for a small crew. With its slender waterline, generous sail plan, and light displacement, the 290 is often categorized as a "lead mine" with the heart of a dinghy, offering a visceral sailing experience that many modern cruisers have sacrificed for interior volume.
Carrera 290 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Carrera
- Model
- 290
- Builder
- Edgecomb Marine Group
- Designer
- Håkan Södergren
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1992 - ??
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