1989 Hunter 40'
12.19 m
1989 Hunter 40' 40 Hunter Legend
- 12.19 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Sloop
1989 Hunter 40 Hunter Legend
40' (12.19 m)
Repowered 1989 Hunter 40 Legend “Nepenthean”: Yanmar 54‑hp (2015, ~602 hrs), two cabins/two heads, Garmin chartplotter with radar, autopilot, Bimini, cockpit cushions, rail‑mounted grill, 10' Mercury dinghy with 9.9‑hp outboard, dehumidifier, safety gear, spares—cruise‑ready.
Flag of Registry: United States
Port of Registry: Florida
| FEATURES: |
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| 2015 Yanmar 54‑hp diesel (~602 hrs); service at ~589 hrs |
| Notable Upgrades: Notable Upgrades 2015 Yanmar 54‑hp repower (~602 hrs) Garmin echoMAP 74‑series chartplotter; radar; autopilot 10' Mercury 310 Hypalon dinghy (white) with 9.9‑hp Mercury four‑stroke and fuel tank Cockpit bench cushions and Bimini Rail‑mounted propane grill Scuba tank with weight belt/weights and 50‑ft high‑pressure air hose with regulator Dehumidifier Spares: belts, impeller, fuel filters; tool kit 12 PFDs; handheld spotlight Full galley kit (cookware, dishes, cups, glasses, cutlery) |
1989 Hunter 40' 40 Hunter Legend
- 12.19 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Sloop
$ 54,900 USD
$ 77,404 CAD*€ 47,710 Euros*£ 41,944 GBP*
Description
The Cortland Steck–designed Hunter 40 Legend (40-1) blends quick, enjoyable sailing with real
interior volume. “Nepenthean” features the desirable two-cabin, two-head layout, bright salon,
workable galley, and the easy-to-handle B and R rig. A key highlight is the 2015 Yanmar 54‑hp
diesel repower showing approximately 602 hours. The package includes a Garmin echoMAP
74‑series chartplotter, radar, autopilot, a 10" Mercury 310 Hypalon dinghy with a 9.9‑hp
Mercury four‑stroke, cockpit cushions, Bimini, rail‑mounted propane grill, dehumidifier, safety
gear, spares, scuba tank with regulator and hose, and more.
LOA39'
LOA Inch5''
LOA12.01''
TypeSail
ConditionUsed
Specifications
Yes
39'5" (12.01 Meters)
Sail-Used
1989
1
Diesel
Fiberglass
Gel Coat
Monohull
Yes
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- YearEngine Year: 2015
- Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard
- Drive TypeDrive Type: Direct
- Power HPPower HP: 72.42
- Power KWPower KW: 54.00
- Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
- HoursHours: 602.00
- Engine LocationEngine Location: Middle
- Hours DateHours Date: 11-05-2025
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Full Details
Specifications
Specifications
Designer / Build:
Cortland Steck; Hunter Marine, USA
Rig / Keel:
B and R sloop; fin keel; spade rudder
LOA / LWL / Beam:
≈39.6& #39; / ≈32.5' / ≈13.4'
Draft:≈6.5 (shoal ≈5.0; if equipped)
Displacement / Ballast:
≈17,400 lb / ≈7,900 lb (varies by source)
Sail Area (100%):
≈787 sq ft
Engine
Engine:
Yanmar 54‑hp diesel (installed 2015); ≈602 hrs
Tanks
Tanks:
Fuel: owner‑stated 44.5 gal (verify) • Water ≈100 gal
Lay Out and Accommodations
Layout & Accommodations
Two‑cabin / two‑head plan: large aft owner’s cabin with queen berth; forward V‑berth;
heads fore and aft.
Bright salon with dining to port and settee to starboard; navigation desk aft.
Galley near companionway for ventilation and easy pass‑through service.
Equipment
Equipment ; Inventory
Navigation Electronics
Garmin echoMAP 74‑series chartplotter
Radar (integrated with Garmin)
Autopilot (brand/model TBD)
Handheld spotlight
Dingy
Tender
10.9Ft Mercury 310 Hypalon (white)
Mercury 9.9‑hp four‑stroke outboard with separate fuel tank
Deck/Exterior
Deck / Exterior
Bimini top
Cockpit bench cushions
Rail‑mounted propane grill
Ground tackle/windlass
Safety
12 PFDs
Scuba tank with weight belt/weights
50‑ft high‑pressure air hose with scuba regulator
Galley
Galley & Domestic
Complete cookware, dishes, cups, glasses, cutlery included
Stove/oven and refrigeration
Water heater
Ownership History
Ownership History
The current owner has enjoyed Nepenthean for many years, completing multiple significant
passages and returns to home port—five to ten times over her lifetime. Long‑term stewardship
is evident in the 2015 repower, regular servicing, and a thoughtful onboard spares and gear kit.
Brokers Note
Repowered in 2015 with a Yanmar 54‑hp (≈602 hrs), this Legend 40 brings a roomy
two‑cabin/two‑head layout, Garmin plotter with radar, autopilot, and a 10' Mercury Hypalon
dinghy with 9.9‑hp outboard—cruise‑ready with cockpit cushions, Bimini, rail‑mounted grill,
dehumidifier, safety gear, and a robust spares kit.
At‑a‑Glance: LOA ≈39.6 ft • Beam ≈13.4 ft • Draft ≈6.5 ft • Sail area ≈787 sq ft • Fuel
owner‑stated 44.5 gal (verify) • Water ≈100 gal.
Contact
For more information about this yacht, please contact Larry Redmond We look forward to working with you!
For more information about this yacht, please contact Larry Redmond. We look forward to working with you!
For more information about this yacht, please contact Larry Redmond.
