RM 1050 Buyer's Guide
Shopping the brokerage market for an RM 1050 means looking at a Marc Lombard-designed, Fora Marine-built cruiser produced from 1998 to 2011, a French go-anywhere plywood cruiser whose twin-keel, beamy character has kept it in demand among distance-minded buyers. Ex-charter examples are common, and both owner and three-cabin layouts appear, with the three-cabin version more frequently seen on the used market.
Layouts on the Used Market
The boat's short deckhouse and very wide hull shape translate below into a U-shaped galley, a chart table facing the companionway, and a saloon that seats six with two additional sea berths along the sides. Forward a Breton bed serves as the primary private berth, while a double cabin sits under the cockpit. Storage is a strong point, with a large hold behind the head and numerous lockers throughout. Buyers choosing between layouts should note that the more common three-cabin arrangement simply reapportions that volume rather than adding it.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
On the used market, solar, autopilot, spinnaker, bimini, radar, and life raft are commonly fitted, reflecting the boat's offshore intent. A frequent owner upgrade cluster covers comfort and power: heating, inverter, hot water, and cockpit shower sometimes appear, along with an asymmetric spinnaker and AIS for extended voyaging. For a buyer, the presence of a life raft and radar speaks to serious passage planning, while solar and autopilot reduce generator dependence on long hauls; heating and hot water signal a boat geared toward higher-latitude cruising.
What to Inspect
The epoxy plywood hull is not very resistant to small shocks, so examine hull surfaces for dock and debris contact damage. Water infiltration must be watched closely, meaning inspection of deck penetrations, ports, and locker backs is essential. Portholes require protection in hot weather, a cue to check for UV-related crazing or seal degradation. Finally, the interior barrotage — the low deckhouse beam — should be assessed for prior head-impact damage and padded if uncovered.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These yachts typically appear in Italy, Martinique, France, the Netherlands, and the United States. For a buyer, the checklist is straightforward: confirm keel-frame integrity after any grounding history, verify moisture control in the plywood structure, and prefer examples with offshore-rated equipment already aboard.
- Inspect hull for small-impact damage from the epoxy plywood's low shock resistance
- Check all deck and port penetrations for water infiltration
- Assess barrotage for damage and padding
- Favor three-cabin layouts if resale or guest privacy matters
- Seek commonly fitted offshore gear: life raft, radar, solar, autopilot
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the RM 1050. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 5 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25 | 3 | $128,814 | — |
| Mar 26 | 2 | $126,994 | -1.4% |
| Apr 26 | 1 | $134,352 | +5.8% |
| May 26 | 2 | $99,107 | -26.2% |
| Jun 26 | 2 | $123,213 | +24.3% |
Where they're listed
RM 1050 listings appear across 4 countries. Italy has the most listings with 3 (42.9%), followed by Martinique and France.
Country view
7 listings · 4 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | $123,213 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Martinique | $131,583 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| France | $125,175 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| United States | $75,000 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
Comparable models
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Similar boats to compare
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| J-Boats J/105 | 34.5' | $ 60,000 | 58 | 24 |
| JPK 1030 | 33.92' | $ 240,826 | 15 | 5 |
| Maxi 1050 | 34.61' | $ 106,235 | 8 | 3 |
| RM Yachts 1050You are here | — | $ 125,175 | 7 | 0 |
| Pogo 10.50 | 34.45' | $ 173,619 | 6 | 2 |