Gulfstar 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Ted Hood·1976 – 1978·~19 hulls·Gulfstar
Gulfstar 40 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
40.17' · 12.24 m
Displ.
24,000 lbs · 10,886 kg
First year
1976

The Gulfstar 40, specifically the iteration designed by Ted Hood in the late 1970s, represents a pivotal "aboutface" in the history of Floridabased Gulfstar Yachts. Prior to this era, the builder was primarily known for producing "bathtub" style motorsailers that prioritized interior volume over sailing prowess. However, the partnership with legendary designer Ted Hood transformed the brand’s reputation. The Gulfstar 40 Hood is a performanceoriented cruiser that echoes the lines and seaworthiness of Hood’s famed Little Harbor designs. Built with a substantial displacement and a versatile underbody, it was aimed at the sailor who demanded both bluewater capability and a higher level of aesthetic refinement than previous Gulfstar models offered.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 38,000
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+5.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Gulfstar 40 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 1 listings.

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

Country breakdown

1 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 36,00010100.0%

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
Gulfstar 5050'$ 115,000167
Wauquiez Hood 3838.06'$ 59,800156
Gulfstar 4444.67'$ 95,000155
Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster47.42'$ 109,999144
Gulfstar 44 Kth44.67'$ 44,500138
Gulfstar 6060.5'$ 325,000114
Gulfstar 3737'$ 25,000105
Gulfstar 4141'$ 28,000107
Gulfstar 4343.33'$ 44,90073
Gulfstar 54 Sailcruiser54.5'$ 254,81965
Gulfstar 40You are here$ 38,00021

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Gulfstar 40 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Gulfstar 40 over the past 12 months is $38,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Gulfstar 40 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Gulfstar 40 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Gulfstar 40 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Gulfstar 40 has increased by 5.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Gulfstar 40 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Gulfstar 40 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05Do Gulfstar 40 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Gulfstar 40 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 33.9% 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 Gulfstar 40?+
Comparable models include Gulfstar 50, Wauquiez Hood 38, Gulfstar 44. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.