The Gulfstar Hirsch 45 represents a critical turning point in the evolution of Gulfstar Yachts, marking the brand's transition from the heavy, "charter-style" motor-sailers of the 1970s to the sleek, performance-oriented cruisers of the mid-1980s. Designed by Bill Hirsch—who served as a vice president at the company and played a pivotal role in modernizing its fleet—the Hirsch 45 was engineered to compete with the wave of high-performance European imports from builders like Beneteau and Wauquiez. Unlike the earlier Gulfstar models, which were often criticized for sluggish sailing characteristics and "clunky" aesthetics, the Hirsch 45 featured a more aggressive hull shape, an aft-cockpit configuration, and a lighter, more sophisticated construction process.
Gulfstar Hirsch 45 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Gulfstar
- Model
- Hirsch 45
- Builder
- Gulfstar Yachts
- Designer
- Richard C. 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 2026 | 3 | $89,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Sun Odyssey 45 | 45.01' | $170,821 | 60 | 29 |
| Grand Soleil 45 German Frers | 44.25' | $212,053 | 25 | 9 |
| Elan 45 | 44.03' | $82,465 | 19 | 14 |
| Sweden Yachts 45 | 46.42' | $323,932 | 15 | 8 |
| Beneteau First 456 | 45.5' | $74,609 | 14 | 7 |
| 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 |
| Moody 45 Classic | 46.03' | $553,695 | 5 | 4 |
| Oyster 45 | 44.33' | $294,519 | 4 | 1 |
| Gulfstar Hirsch 45 | $89,000 | 3 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bahamas | $89,000 | 2 | 2 |
| United States | $89,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Gulfstar Hirsch 45 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Gulfstar Hirsch 45 over the past 12 months is $89,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Gulfstar Hirsch 45 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Gulfstar Hirsch 45 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Gulfstar Hirsch 45 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Gulfstar Hirsch 45 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Gulfstar Hirsch 45?
- Bahamas currently has the lowest median asking price at $89,000, while United States is the most expensive at $89,000 — a 0% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Gulfstar Hirsch 45?
- Comparable models include the Performance Sun Odyssey 45, Grand Soleil 45 German Frers, Elan 45. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.