Tartan 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Sparkman & Stephens·1984 – 1989·~72 hulls·Tartan Yachts
Tartan 40 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
40.25' · 12.27 m
Displ.
17,250 lbs · 7,824 kg
First year
1984

The Tartan 40 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Tartan Yachts, marking the transition from the Sparkman & Stephens era to the design leadership of Tim Jackett. Introduced in 1984, the Tartan 40 was engineered to bridge the gap between a competitive club racer and a refined offshore cruiser. It arrived during a period when the industry was shifting toward lighter, faster hull forms, yet Tartan maintained its commitment to moderate displacement and robust construction. The model was produced until approximately 1989, when it was evolved into the Tartan 412, which utilized the same hull but featured an updated deck mold and interior layout.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 89,900
Ask, not sold · 14 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
14 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (92.3%) · Canada (7.7%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Tartan 40 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 12 listings (92.3%), followed by Canada.

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

Country breakdown

13 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 87,40012192.3%
Canada$ 92,500107.7%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Tartan 3737.29'$ 49,0006222
Tartan 350035.21'$ 98,000249
Tartan 400040.67'$ 325,5002312
Tartan 3333.67'$ 24,000207
Tartan 3131.33'$ 34,000184
Tartan 430043.08'$ 382,498164
Tartan 3029.92'$ 10,000154
Tartan 34-234.42'$ 29,900159
Tartan 40You are here$ 89,900142
Tartan 460046.2'$ 199,900146
Tartan 4140.63'$ 74,50061

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Tartan 40 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Tartan 40 over the past 12 months is $89,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Tartan 40 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Tartan 40 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 14 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Tartan 40 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Tartan 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Tartan 40 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Tartan 40 listings over the past 12 months are United States (92.3%), Canada (7.7%).
05Do Tartan 40 listings get price reductions?+
About 29% of Tartan 40 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 36.4% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Tartan 40?+
Comparable models include Tartan 37, Tartan 3500, Tartan 4000. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.