The Swan 46 Mk III represents the third significant evolution of the 46-foot nameplate for Nautor Swan, succeeding the legendary German Frers-designed Mk I and Mk II hulls that dominated the performance cruiser market in the 1980s and 90s. Launched in 2005 and designed by the prolific studio of Judel/Vrolijk & Co, this iteration shifted the model’s philosophy away from the heavy-displacement, IOR-influenced lines of its predecessors toward a modern, high-volume, and high-performance profile. While the Frers 46 was a versatile cruiser-racer, the Mk III (often referred to simply as the "New Swan 46" or the Swan 46 J/V) was engineered to bridge the gap between the uncompromising racing performance of the Swan 45 and the blue-water luxury of the larger Nautor Swan Heritage fleet. Approximately 26 units of this specific Judel/Vrolijk design were produced, offering a significant increase in beam and waterline length compared to the original 46.
Swan 46 Mk III Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Swan
- Model
- 46 Mk III
- Builder
- Nautor
- Designer
- Germán Frers
- Number Built
- 25
- Production Year(s)
- 2004 - 2007
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $499,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $530,133 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | $536,024 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $514,794 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Swan 48 | 48.49' | $583,147 | 14 | 6 |
| J Boats J/46 | 46' | $279,000 | 13 | 1 |
| Swan 45 | 45.37' | $325,000 | 11 | 7 |
| Swan 53 | 53' | $371,093 | 9 | 4 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| Swan 46 Mk III | $527,188 | 4 | 0 | |
| Swan 55-S&S-1970 | 54.63' | $559,585 | 4 | 0 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 55 | 58.23' | $2,611,593 | 3 | 1 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 40 | 40.25' | $320,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $531,299 | 2 | 0 |
| Finland | $530,133 | 1 | 0 |
| Netherlands | $524,243 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Swan 46 Mk III cost?
- The median asking price for a used Swan 46 Mk III over the past 12 months is $527,188. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Swan 46 Mk III sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Swan 46 Mk III listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Swan 46 Mk III?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $524,243, while Denmark is the most expensive at $531,299 — a 1% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Swan 46 Mk III?
- Comparable models include the Swan 46, Swan 48, J Boats J/46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.