Diva 39 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bernt Lindquist/Peter Ståhle·1982 – 1989·Fabola Boats
Diva 39 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
38.71' · 11.8 m
Displ.
9,920 lbs · 4,500 kg
First year
1982

The Diva 39, introduced in 1982 by Fabola Boats and designed by Bernt Lindquist, represents a pivotal moment in Scandinavian naval architecture. Launched at a time when the IOR (International Offshore Rule) was pushing designs toward wide beams and heavy displacements, the Diva 39 took the opposite approach. It was conceived as a "long, narrow, and light" performance cruiser, drawing inspiration from the elegant lines of the Sskerry cruisers while utilizing modern fiberglass construction. According to the Diva Yachts official history, the model was revolutionary for its era, incorporating features that would not become industry standards for another decade, such as a selftacking jib and integrated hull windows. With over 700 units produced, it remains one of the most successful Swedish yachts ever built, balancing a pedigree of racing success with the requirements of family cruising.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 42,907
Ask, not sold · 5 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
5 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+3.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Denmark (60.0%) · Germany (20.0%) · Sweden (20.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Diva 39 listings span 3 countries. Denmark leads with 3 listings (60.0%), followed by Germany and Sweden.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

5 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Denmark$ 42,9073260.0%
Germany$ 44,2121120.0%
Sweden$ 39,0061020.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Dehler 3939'$ 133,801199
Grand Soleil 3940.03'$ 254,2591810
Baltic 3938.76'$ 85,000113
Baltic 38 DP38.08'$ 99,90092
Scanmar 3535.1'$ 34,90395
Finngulf 3635.89'$ 69,22775
Baltic 4242.43'$ 69,50072
Diva 39You are here$ 42,90753
Baltic 3534.83'$ 78,77055
Fast Passage 3939.5'$ 42,50040
Saga 3536.5'$ 87,90741

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Diva 39 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Diva 39 over the past 12 months is $42,907. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Diva 39 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Diva 39 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 5 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Diva 39 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Diva 39 has increased by 3.0% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Diva 39 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Diva 39 listings over the past 12 months are Denmark (60.0%), Germany (20.0%), Sweden (20.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Diva 39?+
Comparable models include Dehler 39, Grand Soleil 39, Baltic 39. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.