The Comet 801 stands as a cornerstone of the Italian leisure boating boom of the 1970s, representing a successful collaboration between Comar Yachts (then operating under the name Sipla) and the prolific design office of Groupe Finot. Launched in 1972, the 801 was envisioned as a versatile "pocket cruiser" that could bridge the gap between small day boats and the highly successful, larger Comet 910. With approximately 236 hulls produced during an eight-year production run ending in 1980, it helped cement Comar’s reputation for building seaworthy, performance-oriented family yachts. While compact by modern standards, its clever use of beam and volume offered a level of accommodation that was groundbreaking for a 25-foot vessel in its era, making it a staple of Mediterranean coastal cruising for decades.
Comet 801 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Comet
- Model
- 801
- Builder
- Comar
- Designer
- Finot
- Number Built
- 236
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1980
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