The Lancer 40 stands as one of the most ambitious expressions of Herb David’s "powersailer" philosophy, a design ethos that sought to eliminate the compromise between a trawler's transit speed and a sailboat's grace. Produced during the late 1970s and early 1980s in Southern California, the Lancer 40 was engineered for the coastal cruiser who refused to be held hostage by the doldrums. Unlike traditional motorsailers that are often characterized by heavy, under-canvased hulls and sluggish performance, the Lancer 40 utilized a flatter, more hydrodynamic hull form inspired by powerboat architecture. This allowed the vessel to achieve semi-displacement speeds under power while maintaining a ballast-to-displacement ratio capable of offshore stability.
Lancer 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Lancer
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Lancer Yacht Corp.
- Designer
- Herb David
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1985
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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 | $55,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Elan Impression 40 | 39.04' | $158,520 | 28 | 15 |
| Pacific Seacraft 40 | $245,000 | 22 | 2 | |
| Elan 40 | 39.04' | $94,163 | 19 | 5 |
| Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 40 | 41.67' | $159,900 | 17 | 2 |
| Caliber 40 | 40.92' | $169,000 | 14 | 3 |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Halmatic 37 | 36.5' | $63,591 | 12 | 5 |
| Islander 40 MS | 44' | $30,000 | 5 | 2 |
| Lancer Yachts 40 | $55,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| Nautor Swan Swan 40 | 40.25' | $320,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $55,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Lancer 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Lancer 40 over the past 12 months is $55,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Lancer 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Lancer 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Lancer 40?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 40, Elan Impression 40, Pacific Seacraft 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.