The Standfast 40 is a quintessential representative of the "Golden Age" of Dutch yacht building, emerging from the Breskens yard of Frans Maas during the peak of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) era. Following the sensational overall victory of Frans Maas’s own design in the 1975 Fastnet Race, the Standfast 40 was developed as a high-performance production evolution of that championship-winning hull. These vessels are recognized globally for their exceptional structural integrity and the unmistakable aesthetic of Dutch naval architecture from the late 1970s and early 1980s. Unlike many of its contemporary production rivals that prioritized interior volume, the Standfast 40 was engineered first for the sea, featuring a deep-chested hull, significant tumblehome, and a powerful masthead rig designed to claw to windward in the demanding conditions of the North Sea.
Standfast 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

- Make
- Standfast
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Standfast Yachts
- Designer
- Frans Maas
- Number Built
- 110
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1984
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $36,518 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $42,853 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $41,821 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Passport 40 | 39.42' | $119,000 | 22 | 8 |
| Pacific Seacraft 40 | $245,000 | 22 | 2 | |
| Vindö 40 | 30.94' | $23,561 | 20 | 11 |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Swan 40 | 39.3' | $117,692 | 14 | 3 |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,356 | 10 | 5 |
| Contest 40 S | 39.67' | $187,314 | 9 | 3 |
| Swanson 38 S&S | 38.25' | $72,729 | 8 | 1 |
| Standfast 40 | $36,518 | 5 | 2 | |
| Nautor Swan Swan 40 | 40.25' | $320,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $36,518 | 2 | 1 |
| Italy | $47,123 | 1 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $58,046 | 1 | 0 |
| New Zealand | $27,660 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Standfast 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Standfast 40 over the past 12 months is $36,518. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Standfast 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Standfast 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Standfast 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Standfast 40 has increased by 14.52% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Standfast 40?
- New Zealand currently has the lowest median asking price at $27,660, while Netherlands is the most expensive at $58,046 — a 110% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Standfast 40?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 40, Passport 40, Pacific Seacraft 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.