The Nautical Development Offshore 40 represents a fascinating chapter in the late 1970s and early 1980s Florida boat-building scene. Produced by Nautical Development Corp. (NDC) in Largo, Florida, this vessel was positioned as a serious blue-water cruiser during an era when the industry was shifting toward production-line efficiencies. The Offshore 40, however, maintained a focus on structural robustness, utilizing a modified hull mold originally designed by the legendary Raymond Creekmore. This pedigree gave the boat a foundation rooted in traditional sea-kindliness, while NDC updated the design with what they marketed as "state-of-the-art grid construction" to enhance hull stiffness and longevity.
Nautical Development Offshore 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nautical Development
- Model
- Offshore 40
- Builder
- Nautical Development Corp.
- Designer
- Raymond Creekmore/Steve Lippincott
- Number Built
- 14
- 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $30,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Little Harbor 40 | 40.16' | $42,500 | 27 | 7 |
| Pacific Seacraft 40 | $245,000 | 22 | 2 | |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Caliber 40 | 40.92' | $169,000 | 14 | 3 |
| Hans Christian Christina 40 | 39.83' | $95,000 | 11 | 3 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,356 | 10 | 5 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 | 46.75' | $124,975 | 8 | 3 |
| Endeavour 40 | 40' | $49,900 | 7 | 2 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 41 | 40.92' | $55,000 | 5 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Nautical Development Offshore 40?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 40, Little Harbor 40, Pacific Seacraft 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.