The Liberty 49 stands as a definitive example of the "Taiwanese traditional" era of yacht building, characterized by heavy displacement, robust fiberglass construction, and an abundance of handcrafted teak. Built by the Shing Sheng Fa (SSF) Boat Building Co. in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and designed by the renowned Dutch naval architect Peter Beeldsnijder, the Liberty 49 was conceived for long-range offshore voyaging. It carries the distinct aesthetic of a classic blue-water cruiser, featuring a clipper bow, a substantial bowsprit, and a traditional transom. While SSF is today recognized for its commercial and high-tech ferry production, the Liberty series represents a period when the yard was a premier destination for Western yachtsmen seeking luxury finish work at a competitive price point. The 49 is the larger sibling to the highly regarded Liberty 45, sharing the same design DNA but offering significantly more internal volume and waterline length for increased hull speed.
Liberty 49 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Liberty
- Model
- 49
- Builder
- Shin Fa/Liberty Yachts (TAIWAN)
- Designer
- Stan Huntingford
- Number Built
- 13
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - 1989
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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 | 2 | $237,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallberg-Rassy 49 | 49.08' | $259,095 | 27 | 13 |
| Tayana 48 | 48' | $330,000 | 23 | 6 |
| Taswell 49 | 48.83' | $182,450 | 22 | 11 |
| Passport 40 | 39.42' | $119,000 | 22 | 8 |
| Formosa 51 | 50.83' | $121,330 | 20 | 7 |
| Hylas 49 | 48.88' | $400,000 | 19 | 6 |
| Oyster Yachts 49 | 51.83' | $387,809 | 10 | 5 |
| Pacific 44 | 43.92' | $138,750 | 10 | 2 |
| Hans Christian 48 | 47.83' | $259,000 | 7 | 3 |
| Formosa 47 | 46.42' | $100,437 | 6 | 1 |
| Liberty 49 | $237,000 | 2 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $237,000 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Liberty 49 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Liberty 49 over the past 12 months is $237,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Liberty 49 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Liberty 49 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Liberty 49 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Liberty 49 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Liberty 49?
- Comparable models include the Hallberg-Rassy 49, Tayana 48, Taswell 49. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.