Elan Impression 494 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Rob Humphreys·2012·Elan Yachts
Elan Impression 494 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
48.72' · 14.85 m
Displ.
30,864 lbs · 14,000 kg
First year
2012

The Elan Impression 494, launched in late 2012 as the flagship of Elan’s cruisingfocused range, represents a significant milestone in the Slovenian builder's transition toward highvolume, oceangoing luxury. Designed by Humphreys Yacht Design, the 494 was engineered to maximize internal volume and cockpit ergonomics without sacrificing the bluewater safety standards the shipyard is known for. It effectively replaced the older Impression 514 and served as the direct predecessor to the Elan Impression 50; in fact, the two models share an identical hull, with the rebranding reflecting a shift in industry naming conventions rather than a structural overhaul. Built using vacuum infusion technology to ensure a high strengthtoweight ratio, the 494 remains a staple in both private ownership and premium Mediterranean charter fleets.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 254,394
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-9.7%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Antigua and Barbuda (50.0%) · Croatia (25.0%) · Italy (25.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Elan Impression 494 listings span 3 countries. Antigua and Barbuda leads with 2 listings (50.0%), followed by Croatia and Italy.

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Antigua and Barbuda$ 279,0002050.0%
Croatia$ 229,7881125.0%
Italy$ 218,7351025.0%

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 Impression 4344.62'$ 337,4116631
Elan Impression 45.144.59'$ 231,5336340
Elan Impression 5049.87'$ 244,3325029
Elan Impression 4545.44'$ 174,5234724
Elan Impression 43444'$ 145,0894115
Elan Impression 4039.04'$ 149,8383622
Elan Impression 38437.89'$ 98,8962910
Elan Impression 50.149.8'$ 406,0562719
Elan Impression 40.139.33'$ 214,0811611
Elan Impression 44445.44'$ 137,291159
Elan Impression 494You are here$ 254,39441

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Elan Impression 494 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Elan Impression 494 over the past 12 months is $254,394. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Elan Impression 494 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Elan Impression 494 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Elan Impression 494 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Elan Impression 494 has decreased by 9.7% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Elan Impression 494 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Elan Impression 494 listings over the past 12 months are Antigua and Barbuda (50.0%), Croatia (25.0%), Italy (25.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Elan Impression 494?+
Comparable models include Elan Impression 43, Elan Impression 45.1, Elan Impression 50. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.