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Compare yacht value retention across manufacturers and models. Powered by 135,302 tracked historical listings.
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Based on median asking prices from 135,302 tracked historical listings (January 2026). Prices reflect asking prices, not final sale prices. Two-year retention figures for recent models may reflect proximity to original list prices rather than resale transactions.
Value Retention Across 8 Tracked Models
Sorted by five-year retention percentage. Models with the strongest residual values appear first. Enriched with 6 live market comparables from recent listings.
| Manufacturer | Model | Tracked Listings | 2-Year Retention | 5-Year Retention | Data Span |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagoon | 42 | 171 | 95%* | 78% | 2016–2024 |
| Sea Ray | 340 Sundancer | 156 | 87% | 75% | 1999–2008 |
| Sea Ray | 260 Sundancer | 95 | 100%† | 62% | 2000–2008 |
| Sea Ray | 320 Sundancer | 158 | 92%* | — | 2019–2023 |
| Lagoon | 46Live | 112 | 95%* | — | 2020–2024 |
| Sanlorenzo | SL88 | 77 | 96%* | — | 2004–2010 |
| Lagoon | 450 | 76 | 96%* | — | 2011–2016 |
| Sunseeker | Manhattan 52 | 57 | 88% | — | 2009–2019 |
* Two-year retention figures above 90% may reflect proximity to original list prices for recent models rather than confirmed resale values. † Holding near original value — capped at 100%; raw data shows asking prices at or above newer model equivalents.
Popular Comparisons
Lagoon Catamarans: Price Curves Compared
The Lagoon 42, 46, and 450 all show strong two-year retention above 95%, reflecting consistently high demand for Lagoon catamarans in the pre-owned market. The 42 is the only model with sufficient data span for a reliable five-year figure, retaining 78% of its value. All three models benefit from Lagoon's dominant position in the charter fleet resale market.
Sea Ray Sundancer: Depreciation by Size
The Sea Ray Sundancer range demonstrates consistent depreciation patterns across sizes. The 340 Sundancer, with the deepest historical dataset spanning 10 qualifying years, retains 75% of its value after five years. The 320 Sundancer has a long production span that limits direct five-year comparisons, while the 260 retains 62% after five years. Smaller models with lower running costs tend to attract a broader buyer pool in the pre-owned market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which boat brands hold their value best?
Based on analysis of 135,302 tracked listings, the brands with the strongest five-year value retention are Lagoon (78% average across 3 models), Sea Ray (69% average across 3 models). These figures represent average retention across models with at least 8 listings per qualifying year and a minimum 7-year data span.
How fast do yachts depreciate?
Across the 3 models tracked by Hulls.io with reliable five-year data (requiring 8+ listings per year and a 7+ year data span), the average annual depreciation rate is approximately 5.7% per year, or roughly 28% over five years. However, depreciation varies significantly by category: cruising catamarans and sailing yachts tend to hold value better than large motor yachts, and smaller boats generally depreciate more slowly than larger ones.
Which catamarans hold their value best?
Among catamarans tracked by Hulls.io with sufficient data quality, the models with the strongest five-year value retention are: Lagoon 42 (78%). Catamarans generally benefit from strong charter fleet demand and growing popularity among cruising sailors, which supports resale values.
Is a Lagoon catamaran a good investment?
Lagoon catamarans show solid value retention. Hulls.io tracks 3 Lagoon models (42, 46, and 450) based on 354 listings. All three models show two-year retention above 95%. The Lagoon 42, with the deepest historical dataset, retains 78% of its value after five years. As the world's largest catamaran builder, Lagoon benefits from strong brand recognition, an extensive dealer network, and consistent charter fleet demand.
Do Sunseeker yachts hold their value?
Hulls.io tracks the Sunseeker Manhattan 52 with sufficient data quality: the Manhattan 52 retains 35% after ten years based on 57 tracked listings, and shows 88% two-year retention. Sunseeker's brand prestige and British build quality support residual values, though large motor yachts in general depreciate faster than smaller boats or sailing yachts due to higher running costs.
What is the best boat to buy for resale value?
Among the 8 models tracked by Hulls.io with strict data quality requirements (8+ listings per year, 7+ year span), the Lagoon 42 shows the strongest five-year value retention at 78%, based on 171 tracked listings. Other strong performers include the Sea Ray 340 Sundancer (75%) and the Sea Ray 260 Sundancer (62%). In general, established models from reputable manufacturers with broad market appeal tend to hold their value best.
About Hulls.io Market Intelligence
Hulls.io Market Intelligence provides interactive depreciation curves and value retention analysis for boats and yachts, powered by over 135,302 tracked historical listings. Compare how different manufacturers and models hold their value over time, identify which boats offer the best long-term investment, and research pricing trends before you buy or sell.
Use the search bar to add any manufacturer or specific model to the chart. You can compare brands against each other — for example, Lagoon vs Leopard catamarans, or Sunseeker vs Princess motor yachts — to see which holds value better. Enter a budget amount to discover which boats are available in your price range and track how they depreciate over time.
Each data point represents the median asking price for that model year, calculated from multiple listings. Models with fewer than 30 tracked listings or fewer than 5 qualifying model years are excluded to ensure data reliability. All prices are shown in GBP.