The Hinckley Sou'wester 51 is widely regarded as one of the most sophisticated performance cruisers of the late 20th century, representing a significant evolution in the Maine builder's design philosophy. Commissioned to replace the legendary but aging Sparkman & Stephens-designed Sou’wester 50, the 51 was drafted by the naval architecture firm McCurdy & Rhodes. This transition marked a shift toward a more modern, powerful hull form that balanced Hinckley’s signature aesthetic with improved speed and offshore capability. Built between the late 1980s and the mid-1990s, the Sou'wester 51 was constructed using advanced techniques for its time, including vacuum-bagged fiberglass and Kevlar reinforcements, ensuring a hull that was significantly stiffer and lighter than its predecessors. It remains a benchmark for the "modern classic" aesthetic, combining a traditional trunk cabin profile with a highly efficient underwater configuration.
Hinckley Sou'wester 51 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hinckley
- Model
- Sou'wester 51
- Builder
- Hinckley Yachts
- Designer
- McCurdy & Rhodes
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - ??
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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 | 1 | $495,000 |
| Apr 2025 | 2 | $440,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $524,243 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $445,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 4 | $587,122 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | $587,122 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | $547,750 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $515,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
20.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 10.1% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Yachts 51 | 51.18' | $229,724 | 49 | 26 |
| NEEL 51 | 51.18' | $1,001,363 | 21 | 16 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 51 | $524,243 | 17 | 3 | |
| Little Harbor 51 | 50.58' | $399,000 | 15 | 5 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 42/43 | 42.75' | $259,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Southerly 49 | 49.57' | $453,099 | 11 | 4 |
| Beneteau Sense 51 | 51.05' | $445,000 | 9 | 4 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 | 50.83' | $161,240 | 8 | 2 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 59 | 59.25' | $449,000 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $515,000 | 13 | 2 |
| Portugal | $524,243 | 4 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hinckley Sou'wester 51 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hinckley Sou'wester 51 over the past 12 months is $524,243. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hinckley Sou'wester 51 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 17 Hinckley Sou'wester 51 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Hinckley Sou'wester 51 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Hinckley Sou'wester 51 has decreased by 1.76% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Hinckley Sou'wester 51?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $515,000, while Portugal is the most expensive at $524,243 — a 2% difference.
- Do Hinckley Sou'wester 51 listings get price reductions?
- About 20% of Hinckley Sou'wester 51 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 10.1% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hinckley Sou'wester 51?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts 51, NEEL 51, Little Harbor 51. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.