The Finnrose 45 is a rare and robust Finnish ketch designed by the prolific British naval architect Angus Primrose and built by the Turun Veneveistämö yard (often associated with Fiskars) in Turku, Finland. Produced in extremely limited numbers during the early 1970s—with only approximately eight to nine units ever completed—the vessel represents a specific era of "overbuilt" fiberglass construction tailored for the North Sea and beyond. The design was born during a period when Primrose was collaborating with Angelo Lavranos, and the hull’s lines reflect a transition from traditional heavy displacement to more modern, volume-oriented cruising. While the yard primarily focused on the more popular Finnrose 37, the 45 was their flagship, intended to compete in the burgeoning global market for serious blue-water cruisers.
Finnrose 45 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Finnrose
- Model
- 45
- Builder
- Turun Viviestamo
- Designer
- Angus Primrose
- Number Built
- 8
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $93,639 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallberg-Rassy Rasmus 35 | 34.5' | $38,349 | 34 | 21 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 45 | 46.33' | $235,026 | 19 | 12 |
| Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 | 42.75' | $98,958 | 19 | 5 |
| Hardin 44/45 | 44.5' | $62,500 | 15 | 0 |
| Island Packet 45 | 45.25' | $159,500 | 12 | 0 |
| Fiskars 35 | 35' | $23,561 | 11 | 6 |
| Dufour Classic 45 | 45.92' | $111,917 | 11 | 3 |
| Sparkman & Stephens 45 | 45.08' | $67,500 | 6 | 5 |
| Wauquiez Centurion 45 | 45' | $149,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Oyster 45 | 44.33' | $294,519 | 4 | 1 |
| Finnrose 45 | $93,639 | 2 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $93,639 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Finnrose 45 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Finnrose 45 over the past 12 months is $93,639. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Finnrose 45 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Finnrose 45 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Finnrose 45 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Finnrose 45 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Finnrose 45?
- Comparable models include the Hallberg-Rassy Rasmus 35, Hallberg-Rassy 45, Wauquiez Amphitrite 43. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.