Price & volume trends
Median asking price and monthly listing volume for the Bristol 40. The line reads as the median ask for each month; bars are raw monthly listing counts.
Monthly median ask · listings
15 months · 34 listings
Median ask (USD) Listings
Monthly breakdown · 11 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. prior mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25 | 4 | $ 43,250 | — |
| Apr 25 | 4 | $ 57,750 | +33.5% |
| Jul 25 | 1 | $ 37,500 | -35.1% |
| Aug 25 | 2 | $ 15,000 | -60.0% |
| Sep 25 | 8 | $ 38,250 | +155.0% |
| Oct 25 | 3 | $ 45,000 | +17.6% |
| Dec 25 | 1 | $ 29,900 | -33.6% |
| Jan 26 | 5 | $ 49,500 | +65.6% |
| Feb 26 | 3 | $ 33,500 | -32.3% |
| Apr 26 | 1 | $ 59,000 | +76.1% |
| May 26 | 2 | $ 50,750 | -14.0% |
Where they're listed
Bristol 40 listings span 3 countries. United States leads with 20 listings (83.3%), followed by Mexico and Grenada.
Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months
Country breakdown
24 listings · 3 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $ 37,500 | 20 | 1 | 83.3% |
| Mexico | $ 45,000 | 3 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Grenada | $ 28,000 | 1 | 0 | 4.2% |
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| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinckley Yachts Bermuda 40-1 | 40.75' | $ 128,000 | 43 | 20 |
| Bristol 35.5 | 35.5' | $ 39,700 | 42 | 19 |
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $ 159,000 | 41 | 16 |
| Little Harbor 40You are here | — | $ 40,750 | 26 | 3 |
| Bristol 38.8 | 38.25' | $ 63,900 | 20 | 9 |
| Bristol 41.1 | 41.14' | $ 69,999 | 20 | 6 |
| Bristol Channel Cutter | 37.75' | $ 139,000 | 16 | 6 |
| Bristol 29.9 | 29.92' | $ 11,700 | 14 | 1 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $ 87,261 | 10 | 4 |
| Pearson 40 | 39.92' | $ 55,000 | 9 | 2 |
| Bristol 32 | 32' | $ 15,950 | 6 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
01How much does a used Bristol 40 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Bristol 40 over the past 12 months is $40,750. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Bristol 40 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Bristol 40 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 26 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Bristol 40 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Bristol 40 has increased by 44.8% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Bristol 40 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Bristol 40 listings over the past 12 months are United States (83.3%), Mexico (12.5%), Grenada (4.2%).
05Do Bristol 40 listings get price reductions?+
About 40% of Bristol 40 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 23.2% 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 Bristol 40?+
Comparable models include Hinckley Yachts Bermuda 40-1, Bristol 35.5, Island Packet 40. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.