The Colvic Victor 40 stands as a quintessential example of the "motorsailer" evolution that gripped the British maritime industry in the late 1970s and 1980s. Designed largely by John Bennett, the Victor 40 was engineered to provide the security and internal volume of a motor yacht without sacrificing the ability to cross oceans under sail. Unlike many of its lighter contemporary counterparts, the Victor 40 was built with a "belt and braces" philosophy, featuring a heavy-displacement hull and a high-volume deck saloon that offered 360-degree visibility—a luxury rarely seen in 40-foot monohulls of that era. Because Colvic Craft primarily specialized in GRP molding, many Victor 40s were sold as "hull and deck" packages, meaning that while the structural integrity remains consistent across the fleet, the quality of the cabinetry and system installations can vary significantly based on the original yard or owner who completed the fit-out.
Colvic Victor 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Colvic
- Model
- Victor 40
- Builder
- Colvic Craft
- Designer
- John A Bennett & Assoc.
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1978 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $43,589 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $50,166 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $47,337 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Whitby 42 | 42' | $62,783 | 16 | 5 |
| Roberts Mauritius 43 | $54,900 | 15 | 10 | |
| Nauticat 40 | 39.37' | $129,900 | 13 | 7 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,356 | 10 | 5 |
| Colvic Sailor 29 | 29.5' | $21,302 | 9 | 4 |
| Colvic Sailor 26 | 26.92' | $6,086 | 8 | 3 |
| Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38 | $41,503 | 8 | 2 | |
| Endeavour 40 | 40' | $49,900 | 7 | 2 |
| Islander 40 MS | 44' | $30,000 | 5 | 2 |
| Colvic Victor 40 | $47,337 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | $45,463 | 2 | 1 |
| United Kingdom | $50,166 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Colvic Victor 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Colvic Victor 40 over the past 12 months is $47,337. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Colvic Victor 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Colvic Victor 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Colvic Victor 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Colvic Victor 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Colvic Victor 40?
- Greece currently has the lowest median asking price at $45,463, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $50,166 — a 10% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Colvic Victor 40?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 40, Whitby 42, Roberts Mauritius 43. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.