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FIRST 14 (BENETEAU)

Beneteau🇫🇷· Design: Samuel Manuard
from 2021
$200 – $500 est. annual maintenance
DinghymonoFractional SloopVariable

Specifications

Hull

LOA14.11 ft
Beam5.58 ft
Draft3.22 ft/ 0.36 ft min
Displacement243 lb

About the FIRST 14 (BENETEAU)

In 2018 Beneteau purchased a controlling stake in the Slovenian builder Seascape, bringing all Seascape models into the fold of its First range. Same hull as the First 14 SE. Hull weight: 72 kg / 158.73 lbs.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Beneteau First 14 is a compact fractional sloop designed by Samuel Manuard and built by Beneteau in France, with production records indicating a build year of 2021. Despite its small LOA of 14.11 ft and light displacement of 243.0 lb, owner reports highlight significant structural concerns that contradict typical expectations for a modern micro-cruiser.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for protected coastal day-sailing or trailerable use by experienced single-handers who prioritize portability over offshore durability, given the critical structural risks identified in the fleet.
Bluewater capability:
With a capsize ratio of 3.58 and a maximum draft of 3.22 ft, the boat is technically stable, but critical reports of deck core moisture and rudder shaft failures render it unsuitable for bluewater or offshore passage-making.
Comparables:
It also shares the trailerable form factor with the Beneteau First Class series, though the First 14's specific build issues distinguish it from the more established reputation of its larger siblings.

Performance

Capsize3.58
SA/Disp46.9

Pricing

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 14.11ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$200 – $500
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

16 reported issues across 8 systems for the FIRST 14 (BENETEAU), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

4 critical6 major6 minor
Engine4Rigging3Structural3Rudder2Deck1Hull1Keel1Electrical1

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