Elan E5 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Humphreys Yacht Design·2014·Elan Yachts
Elan E5 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
39.24' · 11.96 m
Displ.
17,123 lbs · 7,767 kg
First year
2014

The Elan E5 represents the refined evolution of the acclaimed Elan 400, a vessel that fundamentally redefined the "performance cruiser" category for the Slovenian shipyard. Designed by the renowned Humphreys Yacht Design, the E5 was developed to maximize the potential of a 40foot hull by balancing aggressive racing features with sophisticated interior aesthetics. Built using Elan’s proprietary VAIL (Vacuum Assisted Infusion Lamination) technology, the hull is significantly stiffer and lighter than traditional handlaid alternatives, allowing for a higher ballast ratio and improved performance in light airs. The E5’s identity is centered on a dualpurpose philosophy, catering to sailors who transition between weekend club racing and extended family coastal cruising. According to the official Elan E5 documentation, the vessel maintains the "chined hull" signature that has become synonymous with the brand’s modern performance identity.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 278,004
Ask, not sold · 5 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
5 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
Spain (25.0%) · Croatia (25.0%) · Italy (25.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Elan E5 listings span 4 countries. Spain leads with 1 listings (25.0%), followed by Croatia and Italy.

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Spain$ 267,5351125.0%
Croatia$ 209,3751025.0%
Italy$ 278,0041125.0%
Sweden$ 439,9591025.0%

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
Elan 4039.04'$ 89,0602813
Elan 33332.78'$ 66,3022616
Elan E434.78'$ 196,5801811
Elan E650.2'$ 551,937186
Performance 35034.78'$ 104,6881610
Hunter E3333.05'$ 95,000127
Performance 45 E45.76'$ 214,980123
Elan GT649.67'$ 575,78295
Elan 3130.84'$ 45,94694
Elan E5You are here$ 278,00453
Marlow-Hunter e3333'$ 109,90050

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Elan E5 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Elan E5 over the past 12 months is $278,004. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Elan E5 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Elan E5 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 5 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Elan E5 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Elan E5 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Elan E5 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Elan E5 listings over the past 12 months are Spain (25.0%), Croatia (25.0%), Italy (25.0%).
05Do Elan E5 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Elan E5 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 7.3% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Elan E5?+
Comparable models include Elan 40, Elan 333, Elan E4. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.