The Dehler Optima 98 represents a significant milestone in the evolution of European performance cruising. Launched in the late 1970s as a successor and evolution to the widely popular Optima 92, the 98 was designed by the legendary E.G. van de Stadt. It arrived at a time when Dehler was transitioning from building small, innovative dinghies and trailer-sailers into a powerhouse of offshore-capable yachts. The Optima 98 is fundamentally a "stretch" version of the 92 hull, utilizing a refined transom and an integrated swim platform or "sugar scoop" in some variants, which increased the waterline length and improved overall speed and aesthetics. It was marketed primarily as the Optima 98 G or GS (Grand Sport), reflecting Dehler’s nascent "sport-gene" philosophy that would later define the brand’s identity under HanseYachts AG.
Dehler Optima 98 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Dehler
- Model
- Optima 98
- Builder
- Dehler Yachts
- Designer
- E. G. van de Stadt
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $16,470 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $18,260 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $32,248 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $34,753 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $29,756 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 | 43.34' | $115,175 | 46 | 18 |
| 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 |
| Dehler Duetta 94 | 30.84' | $28,863 | 11 | 6 |
| Dehler 28 | 27.89' | $23,934 | 10 | 6 |
| Van de Stadt 44 | 44.33' | $117,690 | 7 | 4 |
| Dehler Duetta 86 | 28.21' | $14,137 | 7 | 4 |
| Dehler Optima 98 | $29,756 | 5 | 2 | |
| Winner 9.50 | 31.17' | $117,218 | 5 | 2 |
| Dehler 372 | 37.07' | $59,900 | 5 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $26,507 | 2 | 1 |
| Switzerland | $16,470 | 1 | 0 |
| United Kingdom | $29,756 | 1 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $32,248 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Dehler Optima 98 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Dehler Optima 98 over the past 12 months is $29,756. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Dehler Optima 98 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Dehler Optima 98 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Dehler Optima 98 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Dehler Optima 98 has increased by 8.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Dehler Optima 98?
- Switzerland currently has the lowest median asking price at $16,470, while Netherlands is the most expensive at $32,248 — a 96% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Dehler Optima 98?
- Comparable models include the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43, Dehler 31, Dehler Optima 101. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.