The Taswell 56 stands as the sophisticated evolution of the partnership between Ta Shing Yacht Building and the British design firm Dixon Yacht Design. Launched in the late 1980s and produced through the 1990s, this model represents the larger end of the Taswell spectrum, bridging the gap between the popular 49-foot cruiser and the flagship 60-foot semi-custom yachts. Built in Tainan, Taiwan, the 56 is a quintessential bluewater cruiser, engineered for long-distance voyaging with a focus on redundant systems, heavy-weather safety, and the luxurious woodwork that defined Ta Shing’s reputation. Unlike the earlier "traditional" aesthetics of the Robert Perry-designed Babas, the Taswell 56 features the more contemporary, sleek lines and efficient underwater profiles characteristic of Bill Dixon’s work.
Taswell 56 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Taswell
- Model
- 56
- Builder
- Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN)
- Designer
- Bill Dixon
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $208,500 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $278,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dufour 56 | 56' | $470,052 | 55 | 36 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 56 | 53.97' | $240,949 | 46 | 22 |
| Dufour 56 -2 | 56.27' | $323,970 | 23 | 10 |
| Taswell 49 | 48.83' | $182,450 | 22 | 11 |
| Oyster Yachts 56 | 57.33' | $608,641 | 21 | 5 |
| Ta Chiao CT-56 | 55.5' | $388,764 | 10 | 4 |
| North Wind 56 | $318,080 | 9 | 1 | |
| Taswell 43 | 42.83' | $155,900 | 7 | 2 |
| Hylas 56 | 54.08' | $854,500 | 6 | 3 |
| Swan 56 | 57.51' | $425,000 | 6 | 4 |
| Taswell 56 | $278,000 | 4 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $278,000 | 3 | 0 |
| United States | $129,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Taswell 56 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Taswell 56 over the past 12 months is $278,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Taswell 56 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Taswell 56 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Taswell 56?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $129,000, while New Zealand is the most expensive at $278,000 — a 116% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Taswell 56?
- Comparable models include the Dufour 56, Bavaria Cruiser 56, Dufour 56 -2. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.