The Taylor 40-2 represents the final evolution of performance-oriented offshore cruisers produced by the historic J.J. Taylor and Sons yard in Toronto. Developed in the late 1980s as a successor to the original Taylor 40, the 40-2 was designed by the esteemed Canadian naval architect Stephen Killing, who sought to marry the competitive spirit of IMS-era racing hulls with the robust, blue-water requirements of the North American cruiser. While the earlier Taylor 40 was often seen as a pure performance machine, the 40-2 iteration introduced refinements to the deck mold and interior layout to better accommodate live-aboard comfort without sacrificing the "slippery" hull form that defined Killing’s designs. Built during the twilight of J.J. Taylor’s eight-decade run, the 40-2 remains a rare example of high-end Canadian maritime engineering, characterized by vacuum-bagged construction techniques and a level of joinery that rivaled top-tier European yards of the era.
Taylor 40-2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Taylor
- Model
- 40-2
- Builder
- J.J. Taylor and Sons Ltd.
- Designer
- Jim Taylor
- Number Built
- 7
- Production Year(s)
- 1989 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $18,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabre 402 | 40.18' | $169,000 | 25 | 3 |
| Performance 40 | 40.42' | $123,500 | 21 | 12 |
| Sabre 34-2 | 34.17' | $37,500 | 19 | 8 |
| Elan 40 | 39.04' | $94,136 | 19 | 5 |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Tartan 34-2 | 34.42' | $29,900 | 13 | 5 |
| Pearson 39-2 | 39.25' | $45,900 | 9 | 1 |
| Gib'Sea 402 | 40.68' | $61,986 | 6 | 2 |
| C&C 40-2 | 39.58' | $36,198 | 4 | 0 |
| Valiant 40-2 | 39.88' | $65,789 | 3 | 0 |
| Taylor 40-2 | $18,900 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $18,900 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Taylor 40-2 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Taylor 40-2 over the past 12 months is $18,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Taylor 40-2 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Taylor 40-2 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Taylor 40-2 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Taylor 40-2 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Taylor 40-2?
- Comparable models include the Sabre 402, Performance 40, Sabre 34-2. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.