The Rhodes Swiftsure 33 represents a pivotal chapter in the history of production boatbuilding, merging the naval architecture of the legendary Philip Rhodes with the elite craftsmanship of Amsterdam Shipyard G. de Vries Lentsch. Commissioned by Brian Acworth of Seafarer Yachts in the late 1950s, the Swiftsure was one of the earliest fiberglass yachts designed for the American market. It was built to the Cruising Club of America (CCA) rating rule, a design era characterized by long overhangs, a narrow beam, and a heavy displacement hull intended to maximize handicap advantages in racing while providing offshore comfort. Approximately 150 hulls were produced between 1959 and 1965, with the earliest examples gaining a reputation for a "yacht-finish" interior that rivaled high-end wooden vessels.
Rhodes Swiftsure 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Rhodes
- Model
- Swiftsure 33
- Builder
- deVries Lentch, Inc. / Royal Netherlands Aircraft
- Designer
- Philip Rhodes
- Number Built
- 150
- Production Year(s)
- 1959 - 1965
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Market Overview
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westerly 33 | 33.27' | $29,236 | 26 | 11 |
| Tartan 33 | 33.67' | $27,000 | 14 | 2 |
| Morgan 34 | 34' | $40,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Conyplex 33 | 32.25' | $24,621 | 10 | 7 |
| Carter 33 | 32.58' | $32,986 | 9 | 5 |
| CS 33 | 32.67' | $29,950 | 8 | 4 |
| Moody 333 | 33' | $27,039 | 8 | 6 |
| Pearson Vanguard 33 | 32.58' | $15,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Swan 55-S&S-1970 | 54.63' | $559,585 | 4 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Rhodes Swiftsure 33?
- Comparable models include the Westerly 33, Tartan 33, Morgan 34. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.