Reve DE Mer Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Finot·1972 – 1978·~300 hulls·Mallard
Reve DE Mer drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
23.46' · 7.15 m
Displ.
2,425 lbs · 1,100 kg
First year
1972

The Rêve de Mer, a quintessential French cruiserracer from the mid1970s, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of performanceoriented family sailboats. Designed by the legendary JeanMarie Finot of Groupe Finot, the vessel was brought to life by Chantier Mallard during the height of the IOR (International Offshore Rule) era. Measuring approximately 7.32 meters (24 feet), the Rêve de Mer was conceived as a Quarter Tonner that could transition seamlessly from the racecourse to weekend coastal cruising. It followed in the wake of the immensely successful Ecume de Mer, benefiting from Finot's maturing design philosophy which favored increased beam for stability and a more efficient sail plan. The boat was produced in significant numbers until roughly 1980, securing its place as a staple of French marinas and a favorite for those entering the world of "serious" keelboat sailing.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 18,616
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+6.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Denmark (50.0%) · Spain (50.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Reve DE Mer listings span 2 countries. Denmark leads with 1 listings (50.0%), followed by Spain.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

2 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Denmark$ 19,7791150.0%
Spain$ 17,4521050.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2573919
Islander 3636.08'$ 29,5003311
Beneteau First 37537.08'$ 40,861226
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3231.17'$ 49,820187
Hunter Boats Sonata$ 4,039137
Comar Comet 910$ 17,452127
Carter 3332.58'$ 32,900113
Jeanneau Tonic 2323.94'$ 11,053114
Beneteau First 2524.61'$ 9,358105
Tomahawk 2525.33'$ 7,742107
Finot DE MerYou are here$ 18,61621

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Reve DE Mer cost?+
The median asking price for a used Reve DE Mer over the past 12 months is $18,616. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Reve DE Mer sailboats are for sale?+
1 Reve DE Mer listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Reve DE Mer prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Reve DE Mer has increased by 6.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Reve DE Mer sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Reve DE Mer listings over the past 12 months are Denmark (50.0%), Spain (50.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Reve DE Mer?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), Islander 36, Beneteau First 375. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.