The Nauticat 40 represents a pivotal moment in the history of Siltala Yachts, marking the brand's transition from the traditional, boxy motorsailers of the 1960s and 70s toward the more performance-oriented pilothouse sailing yachts that would define their later success. Introduced in the early 1980s, the Nauticat 40 was born from a prestigious collaboration with the legendary design firm Sparkman & Stephens. This partnership sought to infuse the brand’s reputation for Finnish durability and interior volume with improved windward performance and a more graceful hull form. According to Nauticat Yachts, the model was instrumental in expanding the company's footprint into the global cruising market, offering a blue-water platform that did not force owners to choose between the visibility of a wheelhouse and the capability of a modern sailing hull.
Nauticat 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nauticat
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Nauticat - Siltala Yachts
- Designer
- S&S
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - 1993
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 4 | $173,177 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $188,492 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $162 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | $129,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | $116,293 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauticat 33 | 33.17' | $74,000 | 57 | 28 |
| Nauticat 38 | 37.5' | $115,451 | 39 | 16 |
| Nauticat 44 | 43.67' | $162,242 | 26 | 8 |
| Nauticat 43 | 42.67' | $149,606 | 21 | 9 |
| Nautitech 40 | 39.67' | $259,176 | 20 | 12 |
| Pilothouse 42 | 42.65' | $270,957 | 19 | 10 |
| Nauticat 52 | 51.16' | $381,567 | 16 | 7 |
| Nauticat 35 | 34.92' | $108,135 | 14 | 6 |
| Nauticat 40 | $129,900 | 13 | 7 | |
| Nauticat 32 | 32.15' | $93,434 | 12 | 5 |
| Nauticat 385 | 38.22' | $386,228 | 5 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $102,687 | 3 | 2 |
| Italy | $159,040 | 3 | 2 |
| Germany | $187,844 | 2 | 0 |
| United States | $129,900 | 2 | 2 |
| France | $159,040 | 1 | 0 |
| United Kingdom | $162 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Nauticat 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Nauticat 40 over the past 12 months is $129,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Nauticat 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 13 Nauticat 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 7 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Nauticat 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Nauticat 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Nauticat 40?
- United Kingdom currently has the lowest median asking price at $162, while Germany is the most expensive at $187,844 — a 115639% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Nauticat 40?
- Comparable models include the Nauticat 33, Nauticat 38, Nauticat 44. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.