Beneteau First 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bruce Farr·2007·Beneteau
Beneteau First 40 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
40.16' · 12.24 m
Displ.
16,614 lbs · 7,536 kg
First year
2007

The Beneteau First 40 arrived in 2009 with the daunting task of succeeding the First 40.7, one of the most successful cruiserracers in maritime history. Designed by the renowned Farr Yacht Design, the First 40 was engineered to be more than a mere evolution; it was a fundamental shift toward a more powerful, stable, and modern hull form. The model achieved instant legendary status by securing an overall win in the 2009 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race with the yacht Two True, a feat that cemented its reputation for offshore durability and competitive handicap performance under both IRC and ORC rules. Unlike its predecessor, which leaned heavily toward the racing side of the spectrum, the First 40 balanced its aggressive performance with a more refined interior, catering to owners who demanded a competitive platform on Saturdays and a functional family cruiser on Sundays.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 99,000
Ask, not sold · 71 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
35
71 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
14
United States (31.6%) · British Virgin Islands (21.1%) · New Zealand (8.8%)

Recent Listings

45 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Beneteau First 40 listings span 14 countries. United States leads with 18 listings (31.6%), followed by British Virgin Islands and New Zealand.

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

Country breakdown

57 listings · 14 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 99,00018531.6%
British Virgin Islands$ 89,50012621.1%
New Zealand$ 148,382558.8%
Turkey$ 162,898528.8%
Australia$ 142,575305.3%
France$ 174,405325.3%
United Kingdom$ 88,632223.5%
Netherlands$ 151,204223.5%
Portugal$ 168,715223.5%
Antigua and Barbuda$ 89,500101.8%
Italy$ 110,538101.8%
Cayman Islands$ 69,500101.8%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Beneteau First 36.735.76'$ 74,9508133
Beneteau First 40.739.25'$ 91,9217429
Beneteau First 40You are here$ 99,0007135
Performance 40 Performance40.42'$ 122,5344621
Beneteau First 47.747'$ 139,830459
Beneteau First 4446.42'$ 505,7693822
Beneteau First 33.732.74'$ 44,4163323
Beneteau First 5049.16'$ 261,8002519
Beneteau First 45 (Farr)46.59'$ 188,364155
Jeanneau Sun Fast 4040'$ 112,865119
Beneteau First 44 Performance48.06'$ 580,38110

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Beneteau First 40 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Beneteau First 40 over the past 12 months is $99,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Beneteau First 40 sailboats are for sale?+
35 Beneteau First 40 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 71 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Beneteau First 40 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Beneteau First 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Beneteau First 40 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Beneteau First 40 listings over the past 12 months are United States (31.6%), British Virgin Islands (21.1%), New Zealand (8.8%).
05Do Beneteau First 40 listings get price reductions?+
About 52% of Beneteau First 40 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 25.3% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Beneteau First 40?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 36.7, Beneteau First 40.7, Performance 40 Performance. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.