The Formosa 41 is a quintessential representative of the "Golden Era" of Taiwanese yacht building, a vessel that prioritizes traditional aesthetics and heavy-weather capability over modern racing metrics. Designed by the prolific naval architect William Garden, the Formosa 41 is often confused with its siblings, the CT-41 (built by Ta Chiao) and the Sea Wolf 41, as they all share the same lines derived from Garden’s original "Sea Wolf" design. This model is a heavy-displacement, full-keel cruiser characterized by its clipper bow, decorative trailboards, wineglass transom, and usually a ketch or cutter rig. During its production peak in the 1970s and early 1980s, it offered an affordable entry point for sailors dreaming of a classic wooden-look yacht but with the lower maintenance of a fiberglass hull. According to an editorial review in SpinSheet, the boat’s allure lies in its romantic, old-world charm, even if that charm comes with a significant requirement for owner labor.
Formosa 41 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Formosa
- Model
- 41
- Builder
- Formosa Boat Building Co. Ltd.
- Designer
- William Garden
- Number Built
- 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 2025 | 1 | $60,000 |
| May 2025 | 1 | $5,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 3 | $79,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $70,868 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $41,233 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formosa 51 | 50.83' | $121,349 | 20 | 7 |
| Islander Freeport 41 | 41' | $39,900 | 15 | 8 |
| Irwin 41 | 41.5' | $45,116 | 10 | 2 |
| Formosa 41 | $64,425 | 9 | 1 | |
| Gulfstar 41 | 41' | $28,000 | 7 | 4 |
| Formosa 47 | 46.42' | $100,437 | 6 | 1 |
| Ta Chiao CT-38 | $29,500 | 6 | 0 | |
| Amel Euros 41 | 40.52' | $55,369 | 6 | 3 |
| Tartan 41 | 40.63' | $74,500 | 6 | 1 |
| William Garden 41 | 40.25' | $38,500 | 5 | 1 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 41 | 40.92' | $55,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $79,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Australia | $67,647 | 2 | 0 |
| Italy | $41,233 | 1 | 1 |
| Mexico | $60,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Formosa 41 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Formosa 41 over the past 12 months is $64,425. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Formosa 41 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 9 Formosa 41 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Formosa 41 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Formosa 41 has decreased by 36% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Formosa 41?
- Italy currently has the lowest median asking price at $41,233, while United States is the most expensive at $79,000 — a 92% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Formosa 41?
- Comparable models include the Formosa 51, Islander Freeport 41, Irwin 41. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.