Beneteau 40 Sailboats for Sale

Berret/Racoupeau·2007·Beneteau
Beneteau 40 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
39.83' · 12.14 m
Disp.
18,210 lbs · 8,260 kg
First year
2007

The Beneteau 40, launched in 2007 as a pivotal member of the redesigned Oceanis "New Generation" range, represents a significant evolution in the French builder's approach to the midsized cruising market. Designed by the naval architecture firm BerretRacoupeau with interior styling by Nauta Design, the model replaced the aging Oceanis 393 and was intended to bridge the gap between pure coastal cruising and spirited offshore performance. Unlike its predecessors, which favored bulbous, highvolume hulls, the Beneteau 40 introduced a sleeker profile, a more balanced hull form, and a commitment to natural light that redefined the brand’s aesthetic for the decade. The boat was produced until approximately 2011, making it a staple of both the private owner market and premium charter fleets.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 152,174
Asking price · 16 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
16 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+8.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
5
United States (50.0%) · Canada (18.8%) · Australia (12.5%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Beneteau 40 listings appear across 5 countries. United States has the most listings with 8 (50.0%), followed by Canada and Australia.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country view

16 listings · 5 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 166,9758250.0%
Canada$ 154,9693118.8%
Australia$ 104,0132012.5%
Denmark$ 106,1712012.5%
Turkey$ 131,005106.3%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

10 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009)39.27'$ 336,057347137
Performance 4040.42'$ 112,9673715
Elan 4039.04'$ 87,954303
Nautitech 4039.67'$ 250,619274
Beneteau 40You are here$ 152,174163
Pogo 4039.96'$ 169,737153
X-Yachts X-4040'$ 176,572144
Marlow-Hunter 4041.25'$ 187,000115
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 40 S (Farr)40.52'$ 97,26760
Solaris 4040.55'$ 512,62953

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Beneteau 40 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Beneteau 40 over the past 12 months is $152,174. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Beneteau 40 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Beneteau 40 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 16 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Beneteau 40 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Beneteau 40 is up 8.4% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Beneteau 40 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Beneteau 40 listings over the past 12 months are United States (50.0%), Canada (18.8%), Australia (12.5%).
05Do Beneteau 40 listings get price reductions?+
About 40% of Beneteau 40 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 5.9% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Beneteau 40?+
Comparable models include Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009), Performance 40, Elan 40. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.