Ta Shing Tashiba 40 Buyer's Guide
Shopping the brokerage market for a Ta Shing Tashiba 40 means looking at a Robert Perry-designed, full-keel cutter built from 1984 into the 1990s, with hull and rig identical to the earlier Baba 40 but carrying the factory brand after the yard controlled its own marketing. These are heavy-displacement blue-water boats, and the used fleet reflects both their voyaging intent and the wear of decades at sea.
Layouts on the Used Market
Most examples on the used market are cutter-rigged with a stern cockpit and six feet of draught, while a small number left the yard as ketches for sailors wanting split sail plans. The common interior has a traditional V-berth forward, while a portion of used boats show a Pullman berth arrangement situated aft of the forward head. Regardless of layout, the accommodation is geared to liveaboard cruising, with a secure U-shaped galley, plenty of handholds, and wide side decks for safe foredeck work.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
A self-sufficient voyager of this size commonly carries a deep energy and systems suite. Solar, wind generators, and inverters are commonly fitted, supporting freezers and hot water without constant engine running. Navigation and safety gear commonly seen includes radar, AIS, autopilot, chartplotter, and Starlink, with life rafts part of the standard offshore inventory. Canvas commonly fitted includes bimini and dodger for cockpit shelter. Most owners also carry a large reaching sail or cruising chute to compensate for the heavy displacement in light winds, and many have added a bow thruster as a worthwhile investment given the full keel's reluctant handling in reverse.
What to Inspect
When surveying a specific hull, examine the factory black iron fuel tanks for corrosion pitting, worst where moisture has pooled on top of them anchor, since they commonly sit beneath the cabin sole or engine and require substantial interior teardown to replace. Teak decks were originally screwed down, and those screws can provide a path for water to enter the sub-deck over time. Check the stainless steel chainplates where they pass through the deck for crevice corrosion, which is common in boats of this age. The seals on the bronze or stainless portlights can fail despite the hardware being high quality. Many of these boats have high engine hours, so assess the drivetrain accordingly.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These boats typically appear in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Inspect fuel tank tops for corrosion and water stains
- Check chainplate bedding and deck penetration for rust
- Test portlight seals for weeping
- Confirm teak deck screws are bedded and dry
- Review engine hours and service history
- Verify thruster and offshore electronics are operational
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Ta Shing Tashiba 40. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 6 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25 | 1 | $99,000 | — |
| Sep 25 | 1 | $85,000 | -14.1% |
| Dec 25 | 1 | $10 | -100.0% |
| Jan 26 | 1 | $143,724 | +1437140.0% |
| Apr 26 | 1 | $98,404 | -31.5% |
| Jul 26 | 1 | $151,289 | +53.7% |
Where they're listed
Ta Shing Tashiba 40 listings appear across 3 countries. Australia has the most listings with 2 (40.0%), followed by United States and New Zealand.
Country view
5 listings · 3 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $147,506 | 2 | 1 | 40.0% |
| United States | $42,505 | 2 | 0 | 40.0% |
| New Zealand | $98,404 | 1 | 0 | 20.0% |
Comparable models
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4 similar designs| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport 40 | 39.42' | $ 99,000 | 27 | 4 |
| Hans Christian Christina 40 | 39.83' | $ 99,000 | 18 | 2 |
| Norseman 400 | 40' | $ 95,000 | 8 | 4 |
| Tashiba Tashiba 40You are here | — | $ 98,250 | 5 | 1 |