Used Maxi 1100 Sailboats for Sale

The Maxi 1100 stands as a definitive example of the "performance cruiser" ethos that emerged from Scandinavia in the late 1990s. Designed by Olympic medalist Pelle Petterson and built under the stewardship of Nimbus Boats, the 1100 was intended to bridge the gap between a competitive club racer and a luxurious long-distance cruiser. Introduced in 1999, it quickly earned a reputation for its sophisticated Swedish joinery and a hull form that prioritizes stiffness and speed without sacrificing the predictable handling required for short-handed sailing. Unlike the high-volume production boats of the same era, the Maxi 1100 was positioned as a premium alternative, offering a level of fit and finish that rivaled contemporary Najads and Hallberg-Rassys, albeit with a more modern, performance-oriented aesthetic.