Swan 43 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Sparkman & Stephens·1967 – 1982·~67 hulls·Nautor
Swan 43 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
42.78' · 13.04 m
Displ.
19,850 lbs · 9,004 kg
First year
1967

The Swan 43, designed by the legendary firm Sparkman & Stephens, represents a pivotal moment in the history of Nautor’s Swan. Launched in 1967 as the second model ever produced by the Finnish yard, it followed the success of the Swan 36 and solidified the brand's reputation for building robust, elegant, and exceptionally fast ocean racers. Between 1967 and 1972, Nautor delivered 67 hulls of this model, a significant number for a luxury yacht of its size at the time. The boat was a product of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) era, which dictated its distinctive hull shape—notably its graceful overhangs and pronounced tumblehome. Today, the Swan 43 is revered as a "classic Swan," sought after by sailors who prioritize pedigree and aesthetic beauty alongside bluewater capability.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 93,079
Ask, not sold · 15 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
4
15 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-24.8%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
7
United States (30.8%) · Italy (23.1%) · Spain (15.4%)

Recent Listings

10 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Swan 43 listings span 7 countries. United States leads with 4 listings (30.8%), followed by Italy and Spain.

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

Country breakdown

13 listings · 7 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 66,5004230.8%
Italy$ 93,0793123.1%
Spain$ 809,7852015.4%
Australia$ 70,953107.7%
Netherlands$ 191,975107.7%
Portugal$ 191,975107.7%
Turkey$ 105,000107.7%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Gib Sea Classic 4343'$ 87,2613119
Slocum 4342.5'$ 105,0002810
Hans Christian 4342.62'$ 164,450249
Swan 4647.08'$ 150,0002110
Swan 43You are here$ 93,079154
Swan 4039.3'$ 102,387153
Swanson 3635.73'$ 98,314123
Baltic 4343.34'$ 145,436105
Swan 5353'$ 366,49893
Contest 4342.65'$ 190,81286

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Swan 43 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Swan 43 over the past 12 months is $93,079. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Swan 43 sailboats are for sale?+
4 Swan 43 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 15 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Swan 43 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Swan 43 has decreased by 24.8% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Swan 43 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Swan 43 listings over the past 12 months are United States (30.8%), Italy (23.1%), Spain (15.4%).
05What should I look at instead of a Swan 43?+
Comparable models include Gib Sea Classic 43, Slocum 43, Hans Christian 43. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.