The Moody 39, introduced in the early 1990s, represents a refined era of Bill Dixon’s design influence on the British shipyard. Conceived as a high-volume aft-cockpit alternative to the center-cockpit Moody 40, the 39 was built during a period when A.H. Moody & Sons was perfecting the "modern classic" cruiser—a yacht capable of crossing oceans while providing the creature comforts of a Mediterranean coastal hopper. The model is characterized by its robust GRP construction, a moderate-to-heavy displacement, and a hull form that prioritizes stability and predictable motion over outright racing speed. According to the Moody Owners Association, the Moody 39 shares the same hull as the Moody 40, demonstrating the builder’s strategy of offering diverse deck layouts on a singular, proven underwater profile.
Used Moody 39 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Moody
- Model
- 39
- Builder
- Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)
- Designer
- Angus Primrose
- Number Built
- 82
- Production Year(s)
- 1975 - 1978
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