Beneteau - First 36.7 - For Sale

Built by Beneteau, theFirst 36.7is a versatilesail yachtwith a durablefiberglass and plastichull and a fiberglass deck. Represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, this model is available with expert guidance from broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a First 36.7

Choosing a First 36.7starts with confirming it matches your intended use as asail yacht. Review key dimensions for your marina and cruising grounds, and ensure the singleBeneteau-installed propulsion setup fits your plans. Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov can align specifications, availability, and inspections to streamline your decision.

Features of the Model

• Category and build: a sail yachtbyBeneteauwith afiberglass and plastichull and fiberglass deck.
• Propulsion: single Volvo Penta Sail Drive with efficient diesel operation.
• Capacities tailored for coastal passages: water 79 gallons and fuel 20 gallons.
• Manageable footprint with a 36 ft LOA and 11 ft beam to suit many berths and moorings.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: Beneteau
• Model: First 36.7
• Type: sail yacht
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• LOA: 36 ft (10.97 m)
• Beam: 11 ft (3.45 m)
• Draft (min): 23.512 ft (7.1666 m)
• Draft (max): 23.512 ft (7.1666 m)
• Engines: 1 x Volvo Penta, Sail Drive, Diesel
• Fuel capacity: 20 gal
• Water capacity: 79 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current asking ranges, availability, and viewing schedules for the First 36.7, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov can coordinate specifications review, offers, and closing documentation tailored to your transaction.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the First 36.7? A: It is asail yachtwith afiberglass and plastichull and a fiberglass deck, designed forsail-poweredcruising.

Q: Who is the builder of the First 36.7? A: The yacht is built byBeneteau, a recognized name in production sailing, ensuring consistentbuild qualityand support.

Q: What propulsion does it use? A: The model has 1 x Volvo PentaSail Driverunning ondiesel, balancing reliable maneuvering with sail performance.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA is 36 ft (10.97 m), beam is11 ft (3.45 m), and draft is23.512 ft (7.1666 m)(min/max), helping withberth planningand route selection.

Q: What are the tank capacities? A: Fuel capacity is 20 galand water capacity is79 gal, supporting typicalcoastal cruisingplans.

For brokerage guidance, inspections, and negotiations on the First 36.7, connect with Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to First 36.7fromBeneteaufor its dual brief: active one-design and club racing with an owner-driver emphasis, and family coastal cruising on weekends. The class remains organized with fleets, resources, and tuning guides, and several owners highlight that the boat can be handled shorthanded, calling it "fast, fun and usable for family trips shorthanded."

Underway, the Farr-designed hull is described as "slippery," with a lively, responsive helm that rewards trim, especially with the fractional rig's large mainsail and smaller foretriangle. Owners and reviewers commonly cite speeds around 7.3–7.7 knots near hull speed in moderate conditions, delivering performance that feels quick for the size without losing composure when heeled thanks to generous rudder area.

Below, the traditional layout is practical for weekends: the saloon seats six, settees convert to berths, there is 6'2" of headroom, a V-berth forward and two aft berths, plus a compact but adequate L-shaped galley and a nav station that fits instruments though space is tight for larger electronics stacks. The cockpit is roomy and convertible for racing, but the large wheel and full-beam traveler can obstruct access and make moving between the companionway and helm harder when singlehanding. Construction uses vinylester resins and a one-piece internal grid, keel bolts are accessible in a shallow bilge, and typical ownership patterns include bottom work and new sails; the standard Volvo MD2030 (~29 hp) saildrive is generally adequate but, like the raw-water and saildrive systems on similar boats, benefits from diligent surveys and routine servicing. Practical Sailor also notes specific checks on early hulls (Edson steering drag-link kit on hulls 1–33, a stemball washer check on hulls 1–43, and one anomalous broken spreader bar), while another owner sums up sentiment simply: "I love my First 36.7."

Pros and Cons

• Active one-design and club racing scene with owner-driver emphasis and accessible class resources.
• Lively, mainsail-driven performance with a "slippery" hull and responsive helm; owners cite 7.3–7.7 knots near hull speed.
• Practical weekend cruiser layout with 6'2" headroom, seating for six, convertible berths, and a compact but adequate galley.
• The large wheel and full-beam traveler can obstruct movement and complicate singlehanding between companionway and helm.
• Early hulls had specific factory fixes (Edson drag-link kit, stemball washer check, one spreader bar issue) that buyers should verify.
• Saildrive and compact engine access demand diligent surveys and routine servicing like any boat of this type and age.

Comparison with Other Models