Leopard 39 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Morelli & Melvin·2011 – 2014·Robertson and Caine
Leopard 39 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Catamaran · twin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
37.5' · 11.43 m
Displ.
20,120 lbs · 9,126 kg
First year
2011

The Leopard 39, designed by the renowned American naval architects Morrelli & Melvin and built by the prolific South African yard Robertson & Caine, represents a significant refinement in the evolution of compact cruising catamarans. Introduced as an upgrade to the Leopard 38—which earned "Boat of the Year" honors from both Cruising World and SAIL Magazine—the Leopard 39 retains the proven hull form of its predecessor while introducing a comprehensive hardtop bimini and a revamped interior. This model was a cornerstone of the global charter industry, frequently branded as the Moorings 3900 or the Sunsail 384, but it gained equal traction among private coastal cruisers and bluewater voyagers looking for a manageable, robust platform under 40 feet. The design philosophy focuses on ease of handling, ventilation, and the "openplan" living experience that has become the hallmark of the Leopard line.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 284,000
Ask, not sold · 44 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
19
44 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-12.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
9
United States (58.5%) · Australia (17.1%) · Saint Martin (7.3%)

Recent Listings

26 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Leopard 39 listings span 9 countries. United States leads with 24 listings (58.5%), followed by Australia and Saint Martin.

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

Country breakdown

41 listings · 9 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 272,45024858.5%
Australia$ 307,4627317.1%
Saint Martin$ 199,000337.3%
New Zealand$ 369,643204.9%
Dominican Republic$ 235,000102.4%
Spain$ 360,680112.4%
Italy$ 255,967102.4%
countries.New England$ 269,000112.4%
US Virgin Islands$ 299,000102.4%

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
Robertson and Caine 45 (1997-2004)$ 487,500422258
Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009)39.27'$ 336,247297171
Robertson and Caine 42 / Moorings 4200 (2001-2004)41.4'$ 593,50012086
Robertson and Caine 4442.58'$ 389,76711259
Lagoon 3938.4'$ 343,2289749
Robertson and Caine 4646.32'$ 389,0008349
Robertson and Caine 4342.49'$ 295,0805027
Leopard Catamarans 39You are here$ 284,0004419
Robertson and Caine 3837.5'$ 238,0003719
Leopard Catamarans 4746.83'$ 290,000179
Robertson and Caine 42 / Moorings 420041.57'$ 650,388115

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Leopard 39 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Leopard 39 over the past 12 months is $284,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Leopard 39 sailboats are for sale?+
19 Leopard 39 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 44 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Leopard 39 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Leopard 39 has decreased by 12.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Leopard 39 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Leopard 39 listings over the past 12 months are United States (58.5%), Australia (17.1%), Saint Martin (7.3%).
05Do Leopard 39 listings get price reductions?+
About 8% of Leopard 39 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 9.8% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Leopard 39?+
Comparable models include Robertson and Caine 45 (1997-2004), Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009), Robertson and Caine 42 / Moorings 4200 (2001-2004). See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.