The Swan 59 represents a definitive era in the evolution of Nautor's Swan, marking the full maturation of the brand's partnership with naval architect Germán Frers. Launched in 1984, the model was conceived as a high-performance cruiser that could bridge the gap between the competitive racing circuit and luxurious long-range voyaging. During its production run through 1990, Nautor completed 21 hulls, each serving as a testament to the "Frers touch"—a design language characterized by powerful hull lines, a refined "wedge" deck profile, and a sophisticated balance of displacement and sail area. The Swan 59 was a direct successor to the earlier heavy-displacement cruisers, offering a more spirited sailing experience that helped define the modern performance-cruising category.
Swan 59 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Swan
- Model
- 59
- Builder
- Nautor
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- 21
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - 1990
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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 | $465,335 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Swan 77 | 78.77' | $1,997,702 | 10 | 6 |
| Swan 53 | 53' | $371,090 | 9 | 4 |
| Centurion 59 | 58.5' | $446,486 | 7 | 4 |
| Swan 56 | 57.51' | $425,000 | 6 | 4 |
| Swan 68 | 67.68' | $739,235 | 6 | 3 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 55 CC | 54.98' | $2,179,419 | 5 | 4 |
| Swan 55-S&S-1970 | 54.63' | $559,581 | 4 | 0 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 59 | 59.25' | $449,000 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Swan 59?
- Comparable models include the Swan 46, Swan 77, Swan 53. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.