The Nauticat 33 is the quintessential pilothouse motorsailer, a vessel that defined the "50/50" genre and established Siltala Yachts as a premier Finnish builder. Introduced in 1961 and remaining in production in various forms for over three decades, the model saw more than 1,160 hulls launched before being succeeded by the modernized Nauticat 331 in 1997. Drawing inspiration from traditional Nordic fishing vessels, the 33 features a distinctive double-ended hull, high freeboard, and a robust ketch rig. It was designed by Wilho Aarnipalo to provide a "little ship" feel, prioritizing safety, interior volume, and all-weather protection over raw sailing speed. Nauticat Association notes that the design was so successful it remained the backbone of the company’s identity even as larger, more performance-oriented models like the Sparkman & Stephens-designed Nauticat 43 entered the fleet.
Nauticat 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nauticat
- Model
- 33
- Builder
- Nauticat - Siltala Yachts
- Designer
- W. Aarnipalo
- Number Built
- 1160
- Production Year(s)
- 1967 - 1996
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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 | $104,849 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $111,917 |
| May 2025 | 1 | $82,230 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $43,589 |
| Sep 2025 | 12 | $58,845 |
| Oct 2025 | 3 | $74,322 |
| Nov 2025 | 5 | $81,188 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | $51,246 |
| Jan 2026 | 6 | $76,705 |
| Feb 2026 | 5 | $74,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | $58,315 |
| Apr 2026 | 18 | $74,356 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
15.8% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 26.7% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauticat 33 | $74,000 | 57 | 28 | |
| Nauticat 38 | 37.5' | $115,451 | 39 | 16 |
| Nauticat 44 | 43.67' | $162,242 | 26 | 8 |
| Nauticat 43 | 42.67' | $149,606 | 21 | 9 |
| Pilothouse 42 | 42.65' | $270,957 | 19 | 10 |
| Nauticat 52 | 51.16' | $381,567 | 16 | 7 |
| Nauticat 35 | 34.92' | $108,135 | 14 | 6 |
| Nauticat 40 | 39.37' | $129,900 | 13 | 7 |
| Nauticat 32 | 32.15' | $93,434 | 12 | 5 |
| Nauticat 331 | 33.14' | $216,338 | 11 | 4 |
| Nauticat 385 | 38.22' | $386,228 | 5 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $74,389 | 15 | 9 |
| Germany | $68,328 | 7 | 3 |
| Denmark | $35,470 | 7 | 3 |
| United States | $74,000 | 6 | 3 |
| France | $88,356 | 5 | 3 |
| Portugal | $57,726 | 5 | 2 |
| Croatia | $58,904 | 3 | 1 |
| Italy | $94,246 | 3 | 2 |
| Finland | $41,822 | 2 | 1 |
| Greece | $67,739 | 2 | 0 |
| Sweden | $58,609 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Nauticat 33 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Nauticat 33 over the past 12 months is $74,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Nauticat 33 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 57 Nauticat 33 listings over the past 12 months, with 28 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Nauticat 33 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Nauticat 33 has increased by 0.22% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Nauticat 33?
- Denmark currently has the lowest median asking price at $35,470, while Italy is the most expensive at $94,246 — a 166% difference.
- Do Nauticat 33 listings get price reductions?
- About 16% of Nauticat 33 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 26.7% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Nauticat 33?
- Comparable models include the Nauticat 38, Nauticat 44, Nauticat 43. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.