The Maxi Fenix 8.5, introduced in 1980, represents one of Pelle Petterson’s most commercially successful designs, merging the performance characteristics of a 1/4-tonner with the interior volume typically reserved for larger coastal cruisers. Built by Maxi Yachts during their peak production years in Sweden, the Fenix was intended to modernize the brand's lineup by offering a more sophisticated alternative to the utilitarian Maxi 77. With more than 1,200 hulls produced before production ended in 1991, the Fenix 8.5 remains a staple of European coastal sailing. According to the Official Maxi Yachts History, the brand's identity was forged through Petterson's unique ability to balance racing pedigree with family-oriented safety, a philosophy that is physically embodied in the Fenix's distinctive wrap-around plexiglass windshield and efficient fractional rig.
Maxi Fenix 8.5 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Maxi
- Model
- Fenix 8.5
- Builder
- Maxi Yachts
- Designer
- Pelle Petterson
- Number Built
- 1300
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - 1988
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $15,904 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $15,315 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 30.7% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 28.5 | 28.42' | $12,750 | 22 | 7 |
| Maxi 84 | 28.02' | $12,131 | 12 | 3 |
| Fiskars 35 | 35' | $23,561 | 11 | 6 |
| Maxi 95 | 31.17' | $20,217 | 10 | 5 |
| Maxi 1000 | 33.46' | $50,347 | 10 | 4 |
| Sweden Yachts 340 | 34' | $64,500 | 10 | 8 |
| Maxi 1100 | 36.65' | $118,710 | 8 | 2 |
| Friendship 22 | 22' | $9,425 | 7 | 4 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Maxi 800 | 27.07' | $27,979 | 3 | 2 |
| Maxi Fenix 8.5 | $15,609 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $15,315 | 1 | 1 |
| Denmark | $15,904 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Maxi Fenix 8.5 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Maxi Fenix 8.5 over the past 12 months is $15,609. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Maxi Fenix 8.5 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Maxi Fenix 8.5 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Maxi Fenix 8.5 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Maxi Fenix 8.5 has decreased by 1.89% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Maxi Fenix 8.5?
- Germany currently has the lowest median asking price at $15,315, while Denmark is the most expensive at $15,904 — a 4% difference.
- Do Maxi Fenix 8.5 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of Maxi Fenix 8.5 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 30.7% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Maxi Fenix 8.5?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 28.5, Maxi 84, Fiskars 35. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.