Produced between 1986 and 1991, the Scanmar 40 represents the pinnacle of the Scanmar line, serving as the flagship for the Swedish collaboration between designer Rolf Magnusson and visionary Nils-Erik Olofsson. With only an estimated 20 units ever constructed by the Börjesson Brothers shipyard, it remains a rare find on the brokerage market, often sought after by experienced cruisers who prioritize Scandinavian build quality and performance over the voluminous, beamier proportions of modern mass-production yachts. The vessel was designed to bridge the gap between a competitive racer and a comfortable blue-water cruiser, featuring a relatively slim hull and a deep canoe body that provides a motion at sea often described as an "easy, loping gait."
Scanmar 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Scanmar
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Scanmar Yachts
- Designer
- Rolf Magnusson
- Number Built
- 20
- Production Year(s)
- 1986 - 1991
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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 | $110,195 |
| Feb 2026 | 3 | $91,296 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $91,296 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Seacraft 40 | $245,000 | 22 | 2 | |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Swan 40 | 39.3' | $117,692 | 14 | 3 |
| Rival 40 | 39.92' | $169,508 | 14 | 5 |
| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $293,340 | 13 | 6 |
| Hans Christian Christina 40 | 39.83' | $95,000 | 11 | 3 |
| Sweden Yachts 340 | 34' | $64,500 | 10 | 8 |
| Scanmar 33 | 33.17' | $36,000 | 9 | 2 |
| Scanmar 40 | $91,296 | 7 | 6 | |
| Sweden Yachts 41 | 41' | $70,772 | 5 | 1 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 40 | 40.25' | $320,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $91,296 | 4 | 4 |
| Germany | $100,136 | 1 | 1 |
| Denmark | $110,195 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Scanmar 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Scanmar 40 over the past 12 months is $91,296. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Scanmar 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 7 Scanmar 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 6 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Scanmar 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Scanmar 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Scanmar 40?
- Ireland currently has the lowest median asking price at $91,296, while Denmark is the most expensive at $110,195 — a 21% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Scanmar 40?
- Comparable models include the Pacific Seacraft 40, Tartan 40, Swan 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.