Nicholson 40 AC Sailboats for Sale

Camper & Nicholson·1978·~20 hulls·Camper & Nicholson Ltd.
Nicholson 40 AC drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Ketch
LOA
40' · 12.19 m
Disp.
24,416 lbs · 11,075 kg
First year
1978

The Nicholson 40 AC (Aft Cockpit) represents a significant chapter in the transition of Camper & Nicholsons from a bespoke builder of legendary racing machines to a premier manufacturer of highend, seriesproduction fiberglass yachts. Designed by Raymond Wall, who served as the firm’s chief designer during the mid1960s and 1970s, the 40 AC was conceived as a rugged, goanywhere cruiser that maintained the aesthetic elegance and structural integrity associated with the Camper & Nicholsons Heritage. While many Nicholson models of this era were built in prolific numbers, the 40 AC occupies a more exclusive niche, often overshadowed by its sister ship, the Nicholson 40 DS (Deck Saloon). Both vessels utilize the same hull form—a heavydisplacement, longkeeled design—but the AC variant offers a more traditional lowprofile silhouette favored by purists who prefer the ergonomics of an aft cockpit for offshore work.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 49,000
Asking price · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+25.7%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Mexico (40.0%) · Netherlands (40.0%) · United Kingdom (20.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Nicholson 40 AC listings appear across 3 countries. Mexico has the most listings with 2 (40.0%), followed by Netherlands and United Kingdom.

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

Country view

5 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Mexico$ 49,0002040.0%
Netherlands$ 47,9082040.0%
United Kingdom$ 80,2991020.0%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

7 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Hughes 4040'$ 69,900173
Siltala 4039.37'$ 129,900162
Nicholson 3837.83'$ 32,768147
Nicholson Nicholson 3535.25'$ 37,449133
Morgan 40 Cruising Ketch40.16'$ 26,000109
Bayfield 4045.5'$ 98,50074
Nicholson 40 ACYou are here$ 49,00061

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Nicholson 40 AC cost?+
The median asking price for a used Nicholson 40 AC over the past 12 months is $49,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nicholson 40 AC sailboats are for sale?+
1 Nicholson 40 AC listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Nicholson 40 AC prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Nicholson 40 AC is up 25.7% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Nicholson 40 AC sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Nicholson 40 AC listings over the past 12 months are Mexico (40.0%), Netherlands (40.0%), United Kingdom (20.0%).
05Do Nicholson 40 AC listings get price reductions?+
About 67% of Nicholson 40 AC listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 23.6% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Nicholson 40 AC?+
Comparable models include Hughes 40, Siltala 40, Nicholson 38. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.