Irwin 39 Citation Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Ted Irwin·1979·Irwin Yachts
Irwin 39 Citation drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
39.75' · 12.12 m
Displ.
16,890 lbs · 7,661 kg
First year
1979

The Irwin 39 Citation represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Irwin Yachts, transitioning from the heavy, centercockpit cruisers that defined the brand’s commercial success toward a more performanceoriented, aftcockpit configuration. Introduced in the late 1970s and produced through the mid1980s, the 39 Citation was designed by Ted Irwin to satisfy sailors who demanded more "zip" on the race course without sacrificing the "livability" that became the company's trademark. Unlike the more ponderous Irwin 52, the 39 Citation features a sleek profile, a flatter underbody, and a contemporary Tshaped cockpit designed for efficient sail handling and visibility.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
Ask, not sold
Recent listings · 90 d
Listed for sale
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40940.49'$ 161,68410141
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 3939.16'$ 98,8729455
Sun Sun Odyssey 39 I38.91'$ 122,1365923
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 41941.83'$ 189,0005329
Catalina 30932.75'$ 75,0004013
Hunter 3939.42'$ 133,900215
Irwin 4141.5'$ 54,9001910
Tartan 4040.25'$ 89,900142
Irwin 38-240'$ 34,500104
Irwin 34 Citation34.25'$ 18,50074

Frequently asked questions

01What should I look at instead of a Irwin 39 Citation?+
Comparable models include Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409, Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39, Sun Sun Odyssey 39 I. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.