The Farr 40 One Design (OD) represents a seminal moment in the transition of grand-prix racing from complex, rating-rule-driven designs to a more accessible, "owner-driver" one-design format. Conceived by Farr Yacht Design and brought to market in 1997, the boat was engineered to offer high-performance racing without the logistical nightmares of running backstays or massive professional crews. Primarily built by Carroll Marine in Rhode Island and DK Yachts in Malaysia, the vessel was constructed using high-tech epoxy and E-glass composites, vacuum-bagged and oven-cured to ensure a rigid, lightweight platform that met the rigorous tolerances required for strict one-design competition. Over its production life, it became the gold standard for offshore and buoy racing, bridging the gap between small sportboats and 50-foot custom racers.
Farr 40 OD Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Farr
- Model
- 40 OD
- Builder
- Carroll Marine & others by license
- Designer
- Bruce Farr
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1997 - ??
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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 | 2 | $78,384 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $35,792 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 40.7 | 39.25' | $93,657 | 66 | 23 |
| Beneteau First 40 | 40.16' | $119,000 | 55 | 19 |
| Dufour 40 Performance | 40.42' | $123,698 | 33 | 11 |
| J-Boats J/70 | 22.74' | $45,000 | 25 | 12 |
| Dehler 30od | 33.79' | $147,259 | 21 | 11 |
| Pogo 40 | 39.96' | $92,840 | 10 | 7 |
| Ovington 30 | 30.9' | $42,000 | 9 | 4 |
| One Design 31 | 31.36' | $216,406 | 9 | 7 |
| Farr 40 OD | $78,026 | 3 | 1 | |
| Farr 53 | $229,724 | 2 | 2 | |
| Beneteau First 44 Performance | 48.06' | $587,623 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $78,026 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Farr 40 OD cost?
- The median asking price for a used Farr 40 OD over the past 12 months is $78,026. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Farr 40 OD sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Farr 40 OD listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Farr 40 OD prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Farr 40 OD has decreased by 54.13% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Farr 40 OD?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 40.7, Beneteau First 40, Dufour 40 Performance. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.