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DYNAMIQUE 80

DYNAMIQUE 80

$388,341 avg$337,511 โ€“ $490,000 (3 listings)from 1985
$12K โ€“ $33K est. annual maintenance
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Specifications

Hull

LOA80 ft
LWL63 ft
Beam18.25 ft
Draft10 ft
Displacement76,000 lb
Hull speed1.34ยทโˆšLWL10.6 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height85.25 ft
Jforetriangle base32.17 ft
Pmainsail luff77.08 ft
Emainsail foot25.58 ft
FLforestay32.2 ft
Mainsail2,123.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)1,059.1 sq ft
Spinnaker2,331.1 sq ft

About the DYNAMIQUE 80

Wing keel verion: Draft- 6.58'/2m

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Dynamique 80 is a rare, large-displacement cruising yacht designed by Joubert/Nivelt and built by Dynamique - Dufour Sparks (FRA) in 1985. With a build count of ?, this 80.0 ft LOA vessel represents a specific era of French heavy-displacement yacht construction, characterized by robust build quality and substantial weight.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for experienced bluewater cruisers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over speed, given its high displacement of 76000.0 lb and comfort ratio of 36.08. It appeals to owners willing to manage a complex cutter rig and maintain a large, aging vessel with significant systems.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 76000.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.73, and a fin keel with a max draft of 10.0 ft, the Dynamique 80 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore cruising. Its heavy displacement and low D/L ratio of 135.69 suggest excellent motion comfort in heavy seas, though its age requires diligent maintenance.
Comparables:
Comparable vessels include other large Joubert/Nivelt designs from the 1980s, such as the larger Dynamique 100 or similar heavy-displacement French cutters like the Oyster 625. These boats share the same design philosophy of heavy displacement, fin keels, and cutter rigs aimed at offshore passage-making.

Performance

Comfort36.1
Capsize1.73
SA/Disp34.9
Disp/Len136

Estimated Value

Low Confidence
Based on 3 listings
Low
$239,932
Estimated Value
$239,932
High
$310,331
Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 80ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$12K โ€“ $33K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

5 reported issues across 5 systems for the DYNAMIQUE 80, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

4 critical1 minor
Deck1Rudder1Rigging1Engine1Hull1

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