The Discovery 55 stands as the definitive benchmark for the luxury bluewater cruiser, a vessel born from the singular vision of John and Caroline Charnley to create a yacht capable of circumnavigating the globe with just two people on board. Launched in 2000 and designed by the esteemed naval architect Ron Holland, the Discovery 55 broke the mold of traditional center-cockpit cruisers by prioritizing ease of handling without sacrificing the volume and luxury of a much larger vessel. With over 50 hulls produced during its lengthy production run, it became the flagship of the Discovery Yachts fleet and remains one of the most decorated yachts in the history of the ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers). The model eventually evolved into the Mk II version, which updated the exterior styling with a contemporary wrap-around window design, while maintaining the same robust hull that earned the original its stellar reputation.
Discovery 55 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Discovery
- Model
- 55
- Builder
- Discovery Yachts
- Designer
- Ron Holland
- Number Built
- 52
- Production Year(s)
- 2000 - 2021
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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 2025 | 1 | $649,995 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $581,590 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $879,148 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $610,091 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $530,133 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $567,563 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $699,920 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tayana 55 | 55' | $204,950 | 26 | 12 |
| Amel 55 | 56.76' | $933,624 | 18 | 3 |
| Conyplex 55CS | 54.95' | $587,859 | 14 | 4 |
| X-Yachts X-55 | 55' | $502,877 | 12 | 6 |
| Oyster 55 | 56.25' | $398,701 | 11 | 2 |
| Discovery 55 | $649,995 | 7 | 2 | |
| Oyster 655 | 65.48' | $1,200,000 | 7 | 1 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 55 | 54.72' | $1,266,430 | 6 | 0 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 55 CC | 54.98' | $2,179,437 | 5 | 4 |
| Swan 55-S&S-1970 | 54.63' | $559,585 | 4 | 0 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 55 | 58.23' | $2,611,593 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lucia | $649,995 | 2 | 1 |
| Montenegro | $568,875 | 2 | 0 |
| France | $530,133 | 1 | 0 |
| United Kingdom | $749,844 | 1 | 1 |
| Italy | $879,148 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Discovery 55 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Discovery 55 over the past 12 months is $649,995. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Discovery 55 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 7 Discovery 55 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Discovery 55 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Discovery 55 has increased by 7.68% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Discovery 55?
- France currently has the lowest median asking price at $530,133, while Italy is the most expensive at $879,148 — a 66% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Discovery 55?
- Comparable models include the Tayana 55, Amel 55, Conyplex 55CS. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.