beneteau first 40.7

First 40.7 (1999) designed by Bruce Farr: cruising-performance, 3 cabins/8 berths. Volvo 2040 ~2,000 hours, saildrive joint 2021. Electronics refurbished 2022 (Garmin GPSMAP 923, central unit, sensors, VHF ASN, AIS B). LiFePO4 service battery bank 2022. Harken furler, stay 2022 and new genoa 2025. Battened mainsail 2017, storm jib/inter TBE, spinnaker + asymmetric 2017. Cockpit with 6 winches, ROD standing rigging 2010: replacement recommended (quote available). Ideal for racing/fast cruising. Invoice file, visit upon request.
Cruising-performance sailboat designed by Bruce Farr, the First 40.7 has become a reference for those looking for a 12 m boat that is both lively, seaworthy, and habitable. Aft steering position, efficient cockpit with 6 winches, clear deck layout, and healthy hull make it an excellent compromise for coastal racing as well as for fast family crew cruising.
Highlights (recent upgrades)
Harken furler, stay: 2022
Service battery bank: 2 Lithium LiFePO4 batteries (2022)
Electronics refurbished in 2022: Garmin central unit, log-speedo/sounder/anemometer sensors, Mini Gyro compass, GPSMAP 923 chartplotter, VHF ASN, AIS B transceiver
Saildrive joint replaced in 2021
Complete sail inventory (battened mainsail 2017, genoa 2025, storm jib/inter on removable stay, spinnaker + asymmetric spinnaker 2017)
Well-maintained boat ready to sail (invoice file available)
Technical sheet
Model: Beneteau First 40.7 (architect Bruce Farr)
Year: 1999 – Bénéteau shipyard
Material: GRP
Dimensions: LOA 11.92 m – Beam 3.78 m – Draft 1.90 m
Light displacement: 6,970 kg – Ballast: 2,764 kg
Engine: Volvo Penta 2040 – saildrive – 2-blade bronze propeller – approx. 2,000 hours (maintenance followed)
Capacities: Diesel 138 L – Water 272 L
Layouts
Version 3 cabins / 1 bathroom
8 berths (forward cabin + two aft cabins + saloon)
Bright saloon, L-shaped kitchen: oven/stove, double sink, refrigerator
Water heater, hot water under pressure, marine toilet
Electricity / energy
12 V + 220 V shore power socket, battery charger
2 LiFePO4 service batteries (2022) + 1 engine battery
Inverter
Electronics and navigation (2022)
Garmin central unit, log-speedo, sounder, anemometer
Garmin Mini Gyro compass
Garmin GPSMAP 923 chartplotter
Autopilot
Navicom ASN RT750 VHF + AIS B transceiver
Radio/CD player
Deck / rigging
Fractional sloop, wheel steering
Harken furler (2022) – stay replaced 2022 – removable stay for storm jib
6 winches – complete rigging
Lazy bag + lazy jacks
Windlass, anchor + chain
Cockpit shower, swim ladder
Bimini/cockpit cover: no
Safety / miscellaneous
Electric + manual bilge pump
Fenders, mooring lines
Liferaft and regulatory equipment: [to be confirmed according to area]
Condition / known work
Saildrive joint replaced (2021)
Electronics refurbished (2022)
Furler/stay (2022)
Genoa (2025)
LiFePO4 service batteries (2022)
ROD standing rigging 2010: replacement recommended (quote available)
Why a First 40.7? This Farr model is appreciated for its "performance/comfort" balance: lively hull, optimized cockpit, high average speed and course holding, while maintaining a functional 3 cabin interior.
Contact me for the complete inventory, quotes/invoices, and a visit afloat.