The LeComte Ocean Racer 52 represents a high-water mark in the collaboration between American naval architecture and Dutch maritime craftsmanship. Designed by the esteemed William H. Tripp Jr. and built by the LeComte-Holland yard, this 52-foot yacht was introduced in the mid-1960s as a premier ocean-going vessel capable of competing under the CCA (Cruising Club of America) rating rule while offering a level of luxury rarely found in pure racing machines. Characterized by its sleek, flush-deck profile and substantial displacement, the Ocean Racer 52 was marketed to an elite tier of yachtsmen who demanded both offshore speed and the aesthetic elegance of a "gold-plater."
Ocean Racer 52 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Ocean
- Model
- Racer 52
- Builder
- Le Comte
- Designer
- W. H Tripp Jr.
- Number Built
- 3
- Production Year(s)
- 1968 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formosa 51 | 50.83' | $121,349 | 20 | 7 |
| Oyster Yachts 53 | 53' | $450,000 | 17 | 10 |
| Nauticat 52 | 51.16' | $381,567 | 16 | 7 |
| Amel Mango 52 | 53' | $179,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 53 | 53.94' | $420,074 | 10 | 2 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 | 46.75' | $124,975 | 8 | 3 |
| Bavaria Yachts 42 Ocean | 43.96' | $114,273 | 8 | 3 |
| Sparkman & Stephens 45 | 45.08' | $67,500 | 6 | 5 |
| Tayana 52 | 52.42' | $239,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Swan 55-S&S-1970 | 54.63' | $559,585 | 4 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Ocean Racer 52?
- Comparable models include the Formosa 51, Oyster Yachts 53, Nauticat 52. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.