Bavaria 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bavaria 40 Drawing
Make
Bavaria
Model
40
Builder
Bavaria Yachts
Designer
J&J Design
Number Built
Production Year(s)
2000 - ??

The Bavaria 40, particularly the iteration designed by the prolific J&J Design team in the late 1990s and early 2000s, stands as a defining model for the German shipyard’s transition into high-volume, high-quality manufacturing. Designed to bridge the gap between the sporty 38 and the more voluminous 42, the Bavaria 40 was engineered to provide a stable, predictable platform for coastal cruising and mid-range offshore passages. It arrived during an era when Bavaria was refining its vacuum-bagged hull construction and integrated "S-frame" stringer systems, which significantly increased rigidity compared to earlier models. The vessel’s design reflects a pragmatic approach to yachting, characterized by a moderate beam carried well aft, a high-volume interior, and a sail plan that is manageable for a couple yet powerful enough to satisfy a discerning sailor.

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Market Overview

$84,821
Median Asking Price (past 12 months)
47
Listings Tracked (past 12 months)
21
New Listings (90 days)
0%
3-Month Price Trend

Price & Volume Trends

Monthly breakdown
Monthly listing counts and median asking price for the Bavaria 40
MonthListingsMedian Asking Price (USD)
Jan 20251$93,657
Apr 20251$70,684
Jun 20251$94,678
Jul 20251$69,900
Sep 202513$87,908
Oct 20252$95,660
Dec 20251$76,516
Jan 20269$91,972
Feb 20261$94,246
Mar 20264$83,054
Apr 202614$75,449

Median Price by Country

Listings by Country

Price Reduction Insights

15.8% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 10.1% off original price
Comparable Models to Bavaria 40
ModelLOAMedian Price (USD)ListingsRecent
Bavaria Yachts 40 Cruiser $128,4107138
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 3939.16' $101,3736731
Bavaria 40 $84,8214721
Bavaria 4243.96' $94,2464113
Bavaria Cruiser 4242.62' $105,9682111
Bavaria 4445.7' $135,479188
Beneteau Ocean 4040.92' $93,0681511
Bavaria 4748.06' $124,782136
Bavaria 34035.27' $45,634126
Bavaria Yachts 42 Ocean43.96' $114,27383
Bavaria 3939.86' $108,41343
Bavaria 40 Listings by Country
CountryMedian Price (USD)Listings (past 12 months)Recent (90d)
Greece$81,085115
United Kingdom$87,90873
Croatia$67,73953
Denmark$130,57242
Australia$96,63830
France$84,43131
Netherlands$94,12831
United States$68,50030
Italy$92,47922
Martinique$64,79421
Germany$88,23810
Spain$81,28711
Sweden$96,52811

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a used Bavaria 40 cost?
The median asking price for a used Bavaria 40 over the past 12 months is $84,821. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
How many Bavaria 40 sailboats are for sale?
We have tracked 47 Bavaria 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 21 listed within the last 90 days.
Are Bavaria 40 prices going up or down?
The median asking price for the Bavaria 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bavaria 40?
Martinique currently has the lowest median asking price at $64,794, while Denmark is the most expensive at $130,572 — a 102% difference.
Do Bavaria 40 listings get price reductions?
About 16% of Bavaria 40 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 10.1% off the original asking price.
What are similar sailboats to the Bavaria 40?
Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts 40 Cruiser, Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39, Bavaria 42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.