The Dufour 12000 CT represents a significant chapter in the evolution of Michel Dufour’s design philosophy, serving as a flagship for the La Rochelle yard during the late 1970s. Launched at a time when the "Prestige" line was defining luxury cruising, this 44-foot ketch was engineered for transoceanic passages, prioritizing stability and volume over the lighter, racing-inspired designs that would follow in later decades. Unlike the agile Arpège or the Safari, the 12000 CT was built with a heavy-displacement mindset, utilizing a solid fiberglass hull and a distinctive center-cockpit layout that provided a safe, dry environment for long-distance crews.
Dufour 12000 CT Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Dufour
- Model
- 12000 CT
- Builder
- Dufour Yachts
- Designer
- Dufour
- 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 3 | $44,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $44,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dufour Classic 43 | 43' | $98,660 | 25 | 14 |
| Dufour 35 | 35.25' | $29,452 | 23 | 11 |
| Dufour Classic 32 | 32.67' | $45,558 | 22 | 8 |
| Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 | 42.75' | $98,958 | 19 | 5 |
| Dufour Classic 41 | 41' | $96,013 | 18 | 8 |
| Nauticat 52 | 51.16' | $381,567 | 16 | 7 |
| Dufour 31 | 30.83' | $22,383 | 15 | 1 |
| Dufour Classic 45 | 45.92' | $111,917 | 11 | 3 |
| Dufour Classic 35 | 35' | $51,835 | 11 | 2 |
| Ta Chiao CT-56 | 55.5' | $388,764 | 10 | 4 |
| Dufour 12000 CT | $44,000 | 4 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $44,000 | 4 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Dufour 12000 CT cost?
- The median asking price for a used Dufour 12000 CT over the past 12 months is $44,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Dufour 12000 CT sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Dufour 12000 CT listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Dufour 12000 CT?
- Comparable models include the Dufour Classic 43, Dufour 35, Dufour Classic 32. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.