PEARSON - 40 - For Sale

Discover the 40fromPEARSON— asail yachtwith afiberglass and plastichull and a fiberglass deck. Measuring 39 ft (11.89 m) LOA and equipped with a single engine, it’s presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales with expert guidance from broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a 40

Choosing a 40with Shestakov Yacht Sales starts with clarifying how you plan to use your yacht and what matters most in size and maintenance. Within our curatedsloop offerings, Andrey Shestakov can help you compare similar lengths, hull compositions, and deck finishes to ensure the boat aligns with your expectations.

Features of the Model

• Purposeful scale: at 39 ft (11.89 m), the 40offers a manageable footprint for a variety of owner profiles.
• Construction confidence: a fiberglass deck paired with a fiberglass and plastichull prioritizes durability and serviceability.
• Simplified propulsion: a single-engine arrangement (engine count: 1) keeps operations straightforward; engine manufacturer is noted as Not Applicable in the available data.
• Built by PEARSON, and presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales among our focusedsloop listings.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: PEARSON
• Model: 40
• Category: sail yacht
• Sub-category: sloops for sale
• Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• LOA: 39 ft (11.89 m)
• Engine count: 1
• Engine manufacturer: Not Applicable

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to plan an inspection of the 40, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will outline options, timing, and next steps to secure the right yacht for you.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 40? A: It’s asail yacht, presented within oursloop selectionsfor convenient browsing and comparison.

Q: What is the LOAof the40? A: TheLOA(length overall) is 39 ft (11.89 m), offering a practical size for many ownership scenarios managed by Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Q: What are the hull and deck materials? A: The hull falls underfiberglass and plastic, paired with afiberglassdeck for straightforward upkeep.

Q: Who is the builderof this model? A: The builder isPEARSON, with brokerage representation by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Q: Does the boat have an engine? A: Yes, the specification lists1 engine; theengine manufactureris noted asNot Applicablein the available data.

Owner Experience Review

Owners tend to view the PEARSON40(1979–1981, about 71 hulls) as a genuinely dual‑purpose centerboard cruiser that can handle family cruising, club racing, and serious passages. Under sail it’s easily driven, quick, and fairly close‑winded when the centerboard is down for tracking and pointing (about 9 ft 5 in draft). With the board up the draft is about 4 ft 3 in, which explains its popularity for Bahamas/Keys gunkholing, yet owners also report true bluewater use, including transpacific and circumnavigation passages.

The flush‑deck plan delivers an expansive working deck with clean lines; below, the tradeoff is a somewhat darker interior and reduced natural ventilation. The 12.5‑ft beam yields a roomy salon and the interior joinery is widely praised versus many contemporaries; headroom is around 6 ft 3 in and the U‑shaped galley proves serviceable for extended cruising.

Handling and upkeep come with a few watch‑outs. The boat is a bit tender initially and many owners reef early around 20 knots apparent. With the original small rudder it can be squirrely downwind; a widely adopted Mark II partially balanced spade rudder is reported to cure this. The original Westerbeke 37 hp with Paragon V‑drive is often considered underpowered and the transmission a weak point; chainplates and their plywood knees are known survey items, and the centerboard pendant/hoist gear needs periodic inspection as failures can be costly.

Pros and Cons

• Documented bluewater capability with real transoceanic use by owners.
• Board‑up draft around 4 ft 3 in opens up shallow‑water cruising grounds.
• Quick, easily driven, and fairly close‑winded for a responsive dual‑purpose cruiser‑racer.
• Needs the centerboard down (about 9 ft 5 in draft) to track and point well upwind.
• Initially tender; many owners reef early around 20 knots apparent.
• Known weak points include the original small rudder downwind, the Westerbeke/Paragon drivetrain, and chainplates/knees.

Comparison with Other Models