Formosa 47 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Claude Puvieux·1980·Formosa Boat Building Co. Ltd.
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Ketch
LOA
46.42' · 14.15 m
Displ.
30,865 lbs · 14,000 kg
First year
1980

The Formosa 47 stands as a quintessential example of the "Taiwanese clipper" era, a period when the Kaohsiung yards produced heavily built, traditional yachts that prioritized aesthetic romance and bluewater stability over modern racing metrics. Often characterized by its distinctive clipper bow, sweeping sheer line, and substantial bowsprit, the 47 is a heavydisplacement cruiser designed to carry its crew across oceans in a manner that emphasizes comfort and "seakindliness" rather than raw speed. While many yachts of this era were built across various yards with subtle name changes, the Formosa 47 is most frequently recognized in its ketchrigged configuration, offering a versatile sail plan that remains a favorite among longdistance cruisers who prefer to manage smaller, individual sails in heavy weather.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 110,617
Ask, not sold · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
4
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-0.2%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
5
Italy (33.3%) · France (16.7%) · Greece (16.7%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Formosa 47 listings span 5 countries. Italy leads with 2 listings (33.3%), followed by France and Greece.

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

Country breakdown

6 listings · 5 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Italy$ 126,0922033.3%
France$ 110,1911116.7%
Greece$ 173,3591116.7%
Netherlands$ 57,5921116.7%
United States$ 79,0001016.7%

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
Tayana 4848'$ 330,0003014
Vagabond 4746.58'$ 94,9402611
Formosa 5150.83'$ 116,511207
Hardin 44/4544.5'$ 56,225183
North Wind 4746.75'$ 178,013155
Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster47.42'$ 109,999144
Cheoy Lee Offshore 4746.75'$ 124,950105
Poncin 4747.21'$ 133,80187
Formosa 47You are here$ 110,61774
Formosa 4140.92'$ 70,95370
Vagabond 4242'$ 45,00075

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Formosa 47 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Formosa 47 over the past 12 months is $110,617. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Formosa 47 sailboats are for sale?+
4 Formosa 47 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Formosa 47 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Formosa 47 has decreased by 0.2% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Formosa 47 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Formosa 47 listings over the past 12 months are Italy (33.3%), France (16.7%), Greece (16.7%).
05Do Formosa 47 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Formosa 47 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 11.5% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Formosa 47?+
Comparable models include Tayana 48, Vagabond 47, Formosa 51. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.