The Gulfstar 45 represents the technical apex of the Florida builder’s transition from producing heavy, "motor-sailer" style vessels to modern, performance-oriented cruising yachts. Introduced in the mid-1980s and designed primarily by Richard Lazzara, the 45 emerged during a period of intense refinement following the success of the Gulfstar 44. While earlier Gulfstars were often criticized for their reliance on secondary power and lackluster upwind performance, the 45 was engineered to compete with the premium European and domestic performance-cruisers of its era. It shares its DNA closely with the Hirsh 45—a collaboration between Gulfstar and Hirsh Yachts—and is frequently distinguished by its integrated swim platform and more aggressive sail plan compared to its predecessors.
Gulfstar 45 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Gulfstar
- Model
- 45
- Builder
- Gulfstar Yachts
- Designer
- Lazarra
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - 1986
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 2 | $76,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $90,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $89,534 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Sun Odyssey 45 | 45.01' | $170,821 | 60 | 29 |
| Gulfstar 44 | 44.67' | $88,880 | 12 | 2 |
| Island Packet 45 | 45.25' | $159,500 | 12 | 0 |
| Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster | 47.42' | $117,500 | 12 | 2 |
| Dufour Classic 45 | 45.92' | $111,917 | 11 | 3 |
| Gulfstar 50 | 50' | $89,500 | 10 | 2 |
| Gulfstar 60 | 60.5' | $325,000 | 10 | 4 |
| Gulfstar 44 Kth | 44.67' | $49,000 | 9 | 3 |
| Gulfstar 41 | 41' | $28,000 | 7 | 4 |
| Oyster 45 | 44.33' | $294,519 | 4 | 1 |
| Gulfstar 45 | $89,767 | 2 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto Rico | $89,767 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Gulfstar 45 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Gulfstar 45 over the past 12 months is $89,767. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Gulfstar 45 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Gulfstar 45 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Gulfstar 45 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Gulfstar 45 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Gulfstar 45?
- Comparable models include the Performance Sun Odyssey 45, Gulfstar 44, Island Packet 45. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.