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BENETEAU 36.7

BENETEAU 36.7

Beneteau🇺🇸· Design: Farr Yacht Design
$73,442 avg$46,245 – $115,000 (54 listings)from 2002
$1.8K – $4.9K est. annual maintenance
Offshore CruisermonoFractional SloopFin

Specifications

Hull

LOA36.08 ft
LWL30.25 ft
Beam11.33 ft
Draft7.17 ft
Displacement12,795 lb
Ballast3,747.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL7.4 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height46.42 ft
Jforetriangle base12.96 ft
Pmainsail luff45.44 ft
Emainsail foot15.58 ft
FLforestay13 ft
Mainsail683.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)300.8 sq ft
Spinnaker511.4 sq ft

About the BENETEAU 36.7

Most often called FIRST 36.7 (BENETEAU). See FIRST 36.7 (BENETEAU). Shallow draft version: 5.2'/1.58m.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Farr Yacht Design and built by Beneteau (USA) in 2002, the Beneteau 36.7 is a performance-oriented fractional sloop with a displacement of 12795.0 lb. While the exact hull count is unspecified, the model is characterized by a LOA of 36.08 ft, a beam of 11.33 ft, and a max draft of 7.17 ft, offering a blend of speed and comfort with a comfort ratio of 24.37.

Best for:
This boat suits active coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize performance and modern amenities, as evidenced by the high prevalence of solar panel, watermaker, and bow thruster installations. It is well-suited for owners willing to manage maintenance on complex systems like the rudder assembly and deck core.
Bluewater capability:
With a capsize ratio of 1.94 and a D/L ratio of 206.36, the boat is capable of offshore passages, but owners must rigorously address critical structural issues like deck core moisture and rudder shaft integrity before attempting extended bluewater voyages.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include the Beneteau 361 and 362, which share similar dimensions and the same fractional sloop rig configuration. The 36.7 distinguishes itself with a slightly wider beam of 11.33 ft and a higher SA/D ratio of 19.23, making it more performance-focused than the heavier, more traditional cruising designs of the early 2000s.

Performance

Comfort24.4
Capsize1.94
SA/Disp19.2
Disp/Len206
Bal/Disp29.3

Estimated Value

Medium Confidence
Based on 20 listings
Low
$56,182
Estimated Value
$61,752
High
$72,552
Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Asking price by model year

68 listings · boat years 1991–2026 · median $71,500

$0$100k$200k$300kmedian $71,500199019952000200520102015202020252005 First 36.7 · $71,500 · NC, US2002 Beneteau First 36.7 · $74,000 · Outside United States2002 Beneteau First 36.7 · $74,800 · Rhode Island, US2002 Beneteau First 36.7 · $83,000 · Outside United States2004 Beneteau First 36.7 · $99,500 · Massachusetts, US1997 Beneteau 36s7 · $57,500 · Maryland, US2003 Beneteau 36.7 · $85,000 · Michigan, US2003 Beneteau First 36.7 · $62,000 · New Jersey, US2011 Beneteau First 36.7 · $97,500 · Outside United States, PA2008 Beneteau First 36.7 · $115,000 · Outside United States2003 Beneteau 36.7 First · $99,839 · South Carolina, US2003 Beneteau First 36.7 · $104,000 · Connecticut, US2010 First 36.7 · $96,000 · CA, US2002 First 36.7 · $71,900 · TX, US2005 First 36.7 · $95,000 · RI, US2003 First 36.7 · $69,000 · IL, US2006 First 36.7 · $79,000 · NY, US2005 First 36.7 · $79,000 · CT, US2007 First 36.7 · $75,000 · NY, US2006 First 36.7 · $69,000 · MA, US2024 Beneteau First 36 · $260,287 · Ireland2005 BENETEAU FIRST 36.7 · $60,066 · Portugal, Portugal2001 BENETEAU FIRST 36.7 · $56,584 · Portugal, Portugal2026 Beneteau First 36 · $285,000 · United Kingdom2025 Beneteau First 36 · $304,406 · Andalusia, Spain2024 Beneteau First 36 · $225,260 · Slovenia2024 Beneteau First 36 · $239,176 · Greece2000 Beneteau 36 · $65,950 · New Jersey, United States1999 Beneteau 36 · $59,207 · New York, New York, United States2005 Beneteau First 36.7 · $69,0002001 Beneteau 36.7 · $65,0002002 Beneteau First 36.7 · $49,9502024 Beneteau First 36 · $299,0002005 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $79,000 · CT2007 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $75,000 · NY2002 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $64,000 · CA2002 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $68,900 · CT2004 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $109,000 · OR2003 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $66,000 · IL2004 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $69,900 · IL2010 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $74,500 · CA2005 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $71,500 · NC2002 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $69,000 · CA2002 Beneteau beneteau first 36 7 · $71,900 · TX1991 beneteau evasion 36 · $59,4002001 beneteau oceanis 36 cc · $63,1511998 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $69,8502005 2005 Beneteau First 36.7 · $70,1461997 1997 BENETEAU OCEANIS 36 CC · $70,2002024 2024 Beneteau First 36 · $322,9201999 Beneteau oceanis 36 cc · $52,9201999 1999 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $76,1362005 2005 Beneteau First 36.7 · $74,5202001 2001 Beneteau 36.7 · $70,2002002 2002 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $63,5002024 Beneteau FIRST 36 · $238,973 · Slovenia2002 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $63,500 · United Kingdom1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $69,850 · United Kingdom2001 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $63,493 · United Kingdom2005 Beneteau First 36.7 · $70,551 · Ireland1999 Beneteau Oceanis 36CC · $59,743 · Netherlands2002 Beneteau First 36.7 · $65,175 · Portugal1991 Beneteau Ecasion 36 · $59,743 · Guatemala1997 BENETEAU OCEANIS 36 CC · $70,605 · Turkey1999 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC · $76,136 · United Kingdom2001 BENETEAU FIRST 36.7 · $70,605 · Portugal2005 BENETEAU FIRST 36.7 · $74,950 · Portugal2024 Beneteau First 36 · $324,787 · IrelandAsking price (USD)Boat model year

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 36.08ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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$1.8K – $4.9K
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

26 reported issues across 9 systems for the BENETEAU 36.7, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

6 critical11 major9 minor
Structural6Rigging5Engine5Hull3Deck2Rudder2Keel1Electrical1Plumbing1

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