The Dehler Optima 83 represents a foundational moment in the history of German series yacht production. Launched in the late 1960s and produced into the early 1970s, it was the vessel that transitioned Dehler from a builder of small dinghies and the trailerable Varianta into the realm of serious offshore cruising yachts. Designed by the legendary E.G. van de Stadt, the Optima 83 was engineered to provide a seaworthy, GRP-constructed alternative to the wooden and steel cruisers of the era. It established the "Optima" nameplate, which would later evolve into the highly successful Optima 85, 92, and 98 models, effectively cementing the brand’s "sport gene" as detailed in the Dehler official history.
Dehler Optima 83 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Dehler
- Model
- Optima 83
- Builder
- Dehler Yachts
- Designer
- E. G. van de Stadt
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1968 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $7,923 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $7,068 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $11,781 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dehler 31 | 30.84' | $28,677 | 28 | 12 |
| Dehler Optima 101 | 33.14' | $25,918 | 21 | 9 |
| Van de Stadt 30 | 31.06' | $56,551 | 15 | 3 |
| Maxi 84 | 28.02' | $12,131 | 12 | 3 |
| Dehler Duetta 94 | 30.84' | $28,863 | 11 | 6 |
| Dehler Duetta 86 | 28.21' | $14,137 | 7 | 4 |
| Dehler Optima 98 | 32.15' | $29,756 | 5 | 2 |
| Dehler 70 | 22.97' | $5,618 | 5 | 2 |
| Bavaria 300 | 31.33' | $47,234 | 5 | 1 |
| Dehler Optima 83 | $7,952 | 4 | 2 | |
| Gib'Sea 84 | 27.75' | $18,368 | 4 | 4 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $7,923 | 2 | 0 |
| Germany | $11,781 | 1 | 1 |
| Slovenia | $7,068 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Dehler Optima 83 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Dehler Optima 83 over the past 12 months is $7,952. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Dehler Optima 83 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Dehler Optima 83 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Dehler Optima 83 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Dehler Optima 83 has increased by 18.52% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Dehler Optima 83?
- Slovenia currently has the lowest median asking price at $7,068, while Germany is the most expensive at $11,781 — a 67% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Dehler Optima 83?
- Comparable models include the Dehler 31, Dehler Optima 101, Van de Stadt 30. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.