The Yamaha 36 stands as a testament to the brief but significant era when the Japanese industrial giant applied its rigorous engineering standards to the world of blue-water cruising. Produced primarily in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the Yamaha 36 was designed to be a robust, performance-oriented cruiser that could compete with the established European and American marques. Built with the same attention to detail found in Yamaha’s musical instruments and motor engines, the vessel earned a reputation for exceptional fiberglass work and joinery that often surpassed its contemporary rivals in the production boat market. While Yamaha eventually pivoted its marine focus toward outboards and jet boats, the 36 remains a coveted find on the secondary market for sailors who value structural integrity and classic lines.
Yamaha 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Yamaha
- Model
- 36
- Builder
- Yamaha
- Designer
- Yamaha Design Team
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $34,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $22,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria 36 | 37.89' | $70,684 | 89 | 36 |
| Dufour Classic 36 | 36.33' | $81,876 | 60 | 27 |
| Rustler 36 | 35.33' | $101,966 | 18 | 12 |
| Sabre 36 | 36' | $42,900 | 17 | 1 |
| Bavaria 36 (2002-2004) | 37.4' | $73,335 | 14 | 4 |
| Bowman 36 | 36' | $39,224 | 14 | 9 |
| CSY 36 | 36.5' | $46,200 | 12 | 3 |
| Swanson 36 | 35.73' | $45,000 | 11 | 3 |
| Jeanneau Sun Fast 36 | 37.11' | $70,095 | 8 | 3 |
| Yamaha 36 | $22,500 | 3 | 2 | |
| Schock York 36 | 35.67' | $29,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $22,500 | 3 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Yamaha 36 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Yamaha 36 over the past 12 months is $22,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Yamaha 36 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Yamaha 36 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Yamaha 36 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Yamaha 36 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Yamaha 36?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria 36, Dufour Classic 36, Rustler 36. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.