The Nautilus 40, a flagship offering from the Canadian builder Aztec Yachts (often associated with Niagara Nautic), represents a specific era of North American boat building where durability and blue-water capability were prioritized over high-volume production numbers. Designed by naval architect Henri Adriaanse, this 39-foot, 9-inch cutter-rigged monohull was engineered to meet the demands of offshore cruising, balancing the ruggedness required for the North Atlantic with the comforts expected of a liveaboard vessel. Emerging in the early 1980s, the Nautilus 40 was the larger sibling to the Nautilus 11M and the Nautilus 36, serving as the definitive long-range cruiser in the Aztec lineup. Built on the shores of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, these vessels were constructed using hand-laid fiberglass techniques that have allowed many to remain in service decades after the manufacturer ceased operations.
Nautilus 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nautilus
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Niagara Nautic/Aztec Yachts
- Designer
- Henri Adriaanse
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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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 | 1 | $79,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $45,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Najad 390 | 38.55' | $126,014 | 31 | 13 |
| Pacific Seacraft 40 | $245,000 | 22 | 2 | |
| Rival 40 | 39.92' | $169,443 | 14 | 5 |
| Caliber 40 | 40.92' | $169,000 | 14 | 3 |
| Swan 40 | 39.3' | $117,711 | 14 | 3 |
| Nauticat 40 | 39.37' | $129,900 | 13 | 7 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,328 | 10 | 5 |
| Endeavour 40 | 40' | $49,900 | 7 | 2 |
| Nautilus 40 | $62,450 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $79,900 | 1 | 0 |
| Guatemala | $45,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Nautilus 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Nautilus 40 over the past 12 months is $62,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Nautilus 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Nautilus 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Nautilus 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Nautilus 40 has decreased by 27.94% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Nautilus 40?
- Guatemala currently has the lowest median asking price at $45,000, while Canada is the most expensive at $79,900 — a 78% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Nautilus 40?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 40, Najad 390, Pacific Seacraft 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.