The Cape Dory 40 represents the culmination of the collaboration between legendary naval architect Carl Alberg and the craftsmanship of Andrew Vavolotis’s Massachusetts boatyard. Introduced in 1984 as the flagship of the Cape Dory fleet, the 40 was designed for sailors seeking a traditional, blue-water capable cruiser that prioritized seaworthiness and aesthetics over the burgeoning trend of light-displacement, fin-keel production boats. With a total production run that remained relatively limited compared to its smaller siblings, the Cape Dory 40 is often viewed as the "ultimate" Alberg design, featuring his signature graceful overhangs, low freeboard, and a full keel with a cutaway forefoot.
Cape Dory 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Cape Dory
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Cape Dory Yachts
- Designer
- Carl Alberg
- Number Built
- 16
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - 1990
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $89,527 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Little Harbor 40 | 40.16' | $42,500 | 27 | 7 |
| Cape Dory 36 | 36.12' | $48,500 | 18 | 8 |
| Caliber 40 | 40.92' | $169,000 | 14 | 3 |
| Rival 40 | 39.92' | $169,443 | 14 | 5 |
| Cape Dory 28 | 28.1' | $17,500 | 13 | 3 |
| Cape Dory 30 C | 30.21' | $17,000 | 11 | 2 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,328 | 10 | 5 |
| Cape George 36 | 36' | $89,500 | 7 | 4 |
| Cape Dory 40 | $89,527 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $89,527 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Cape Dory 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Cape Dory 40 over the past 12 months is $89,527. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Cape Dory 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Cape Dory 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Cape Dory 40?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 40, Cape Dory 25, Little Harbor 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.