2011 Beneteau 40

$168,950

Used

Boat in Riverside, NJ 08075 US

builtBuilt in 2011
Year the boat was built
model

40

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Yanmar)

Engine type and count
length

40 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Nominal Length
40ft
Length Overall
39.83ft
Length at Waterline
33.92ft
Beam
13.75ft
Max Bridge Clearance
58.33ft
Drive Up Draft
5.08ft
Cabin Headroom
6.25ft
Displacement
18210lb
Cabins
2
Heads
1
Fresh Water Tanks
95gal
Fuel Tanks
52gal
Holding Tanks
21gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Model
4JHSE
Total Power
54hp
Engine Hours
1480
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2011
Propeller Type
3-blade
Construction:
  • Hull of hand-laid solid GRP bonded to a structural grid/hull liner of directional fiberglass/GRP for a strong, stiff, light composite. Vinylester hull barrier coat to resist osmotic blistering and zone-specific stitchmat laminates for specific increased strength optimization. 
  • Cored GRP sandwich construction for stiffness, thermal and acoustic insulation, and lighter weight. Solid fiberglass reinforcements in high-load areas. Integral unidirectional GRP deck beams for added strength. Main bulkheads are bonded 360° to the hull and deck for rigid torsional and compressive strength.
Standing rigging:
  • Anodized aluminum roller furling mast and boom 
  • Fractional 9/10 anodised aluminium deck stepped mast standard with mainsail furling system 
  • Twin aft swept spreader 
  • Anodised aluminium boom w/outhaul car 
  • Stainless steel shrouds and stays 
  • Genoa roller furling system 
  • Stainless steel chain plates tied to the inner moldings with stainless steel tie rods
Running rigging:
  • Running rigging leads to the cockpit 
  • Running rigging includes: (2) Main halyard, (1) Genoa halyard w/jammer & cleat on mast,(1) boom topping lift w/cleat on mast, (1) Roller furling mainsail outhaul line and (1) inhaul line, (1) mainsheet w/track, (2) mainsheet traveller control lines, (2) Genoa sheets 
  • Rigid boom vang
Sails:
  • Furling Genoa with UV protection strip 
  • Furling mainsail w/ vertical battens
Deck gear:
  • Chrome finish Lewmar® self-tailing winches: (2) Lewmar® 46 CST Genoa sheet winches on coaming (2) Winches on coachroof: (1) 40 on port & (1) 40 on starboard (2) 
  • Winch handles & (2) winch handle pockets
Mooring and anchoring:
  • Welded stainless steel bow fitting (1)
  • Bow roller w/permanent anchor stowage (6) 
  • Aluminum mooring cleats w/rub strakes 
  • Self-draining anchor well with hatch 
  • 1000 W vertical windlass w/remote control
On deck:
  • Stainless steel open bow rail w/nav light 
  • (2) Stainless steel stern rails 
  • Lifebuoy holder, outboard motor bracket, & flag staff 
  • Double vinyl-coated lifelines w/ gates 
  • Opening side gates in lifelines 
  • Teak toe rail surrounding deck 
  • (3) Cockpit stowage lockers 
  • Teak inlaid cockpit seats 
  • (2) Compasses, one at each helm position 
  • GRP cockpit table w/2 drop leaves fitted w/locker, bottle stowage & SS handrail
  • Drink Holders 
  • (2) Waterproof speakers 
  • (2) Winch handle pockets 
  • Reading lamp w/12 Volt socket 
  • (1) Shore supply socket to starboard 
  • 2-bottle gas locker (1-bottle standard) 
  • Access to the bathing platform via a pivoting seat 
  • Teak slatted swim platform 
  • Swim ladder with teak steps 
  • Hot & cold cockpit shower
Steering:
  • Spade rudder with s/s stock 
  • Double helm position in the cockpit
  • (2) 36" dia. steering wheels
  •  Emergency tiller access point & emergency tiller
Owner's cabin forward:
  • Headroom: 6'3" 
  • Double berth: 6'6" x 5'3" w/high density foam mattress 
  • Ample stowage space: large drawer under berth
  • Locker with clothes locker under hanging section 
  • (2) Lockers to either side of the berth, hanging locker 
  • Dressing table w/mirror & locker 
  • Large opening hatch with blind/screen 
  • Opening hatch with blind/screen 
  • (2) Fixed hull ports (1 each side of hull) w/curtains 
  • (3) Halogen overhead lights
  • (1) 110 Volt socket beside the dressing table
Salon and companionway:
  • Salon companionway w/non-slip surface 
  • (2) Stainless steel handrails 
  • Aft-facing chart table w/lid & wood fiddle 
  • (2) Hinged lockers, closed shelf 
  • Drawer & closed locker w/shelves under the chart table 
  • Fabric inner lining on the side 
  • Navigator's seat w/locker 
  • Radio/CD/MP3 player w/two speakers 
  • (1) 110 Volt sockets 
  • 2-seater settee with central armrest
  • (2) Closed stowage units and shelves along the hull 
  • Port & starboard shelves w/stainless steel fiddles 
  • U-shaped dining table/settee & 4 cushions 
  • Stowage under settees, Salon table 
  • Stowage along the hull 
  • (3) Closed shelves along the hull 
  • (2) Hull ports (1 port/1 starboard) with curtains 
  • (1) Panoramic window w/folding blinds 
  • (1) Opening deck hatch w/blind/screen 
  • (2) Opening deck hatches w/Oceanair combination screen/privacy curtain 
  • (2) Fixed side windows, (1) to port with (2) opening ports, (1) to starboard with (1) opening port, w/pleated blinds 
  • Chart table lighting: (1) overhead light & (1) strip light for white/red lighting 
  • Salon lighting: 4 halogen overhead lights
  • Companionway lighting: (1) halogen overhead lights, (1) switch for halogen lights
Galley to port:
  • Rectangular stainless steel double sink
  • Hot & cold pressurized mixer tap 
  • Gimbaled 2-burner stainless steel stove w/oven & stainless steel safety bar 
  • 4.55 cubic foot front-opening 12 Volt refrigerator 2 cubic foot top-opening 
  • GRP freezer w/12 Volt unit 
  • 110 Volt microwave oven operates off shore power 
  • (1) Locker w/double door under sink & waste bin 
  • Locker with a sliding stainless steel vegetable rack 
  • (2) Closed shelves for stowage, cutlery drawer 
  • (1) Shelf w/stainless steel fiddle 
  • (1) Opening port in the coaming 
  • Galley lighting: (2) halogen overhead lights, (1) light over stove
  • (1) 110 Volt socket
Starboard aft head:
  • One-piece molded head compartment w/separate shower w/double folding door 
  • Electric flush marine toilet 21 gal rigid holding tank as standard 
  • (1) FRP Washbasin & wood handrail
  • Hot & cold mixer tap 
  • (2) Large closed lockers, glass holder & locker under washbasin w/accessories 
  • (1) Fixed side window w/curtain & 1 opening port 
  • (3) Overhead lights & switch, 1 light over the sink
Aft cabin:
  • Headroom: 6'9" 
  • Double berth 6'10" x 4'11" 
  • (2) Closed shelves along the hull 
  • Hanging locker w/locker beneath 
  • (1) Under-berth battery storage 
  • Cloth inner liner on hull 
  • Access door to the head 
  • Openings & lighting in each cabin: (1) fixed hull port w/curtain, (1) opening port in coaming, (1) opening deck hatch w/blind/screen 
  • (1) Cockpit opening port 
  • (3) Halogen overhead lights w/switch 
  • (1) 110 Volt socket
Plumbing:
  • Fresh water: 95 gal standard 
  • Electric pressure water pump w/filter 
  • (2) Rotomolded water tanks fixed to the hull liner (52 gal under port aft cabin berth & 42 gal under fore cabin berth)
  • (2) Stainless steel deck fillers for water 
  • Cockpit shower w/hot and cold water 
  • Electric shower drain pumps 
  • (2) Bilge pumps (one manual and 1 electric) 
  • (1) Electric pump for icebox drainage
  • 6-gal electric water heater
Electrical:
  • Backlit electrical panel: (10) 12 Volt switches 
  • AC panel - (11) fused switches & (4) 110 Volt switches 12 Volt socket 
  • 110 Volt double pole circuit breakers 
  • 110 Volt - 12 Volt voltmeter 
  • Water gauge & fuel gauge w/central LCD screen 
  • Low battery and low diesel tank alarms 
  • (1) 200 Amp service battery voucher
  • (1) 95 Amp engine start battery voucher 
  • 110 Volt shore power w/ 50' cable 
  • 80 Amp alternator coupled to the engine 
  • 40 Amp battery charger 
  • 12 Volt battery isolator 
  • Lightning grounding for the rigging 
  • (5) 110 Volt outlets 
  • (6) Reading lights, (14) halogen overhead lights
  • Bow & stern nav lights, steaming light, fore deck light 
  • Anchor light/masthead navigation light 
  • Wire conduits for options
Engine equipment:
  • Yanmar 3JH4E – 40 hp 
  • Engine bed integrated in hull liner, soundproofed with insulating foam 
  • Access under companionway steps through an opening supported by gas struts 
  • Stainless steel propeller shaft w/GRP protection 
  • Fixed three-blade propeller 
  • Rotomolded 52 gal fuel tank w/electronic gauge 
  • Seawater filter & diesel fuel filter/water separator 
  • Engine panel with integral key start in the cockpit
Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Price History

DateEventPrice
3/24/26No change$169,750
3/13/26Price decreased$168,950(-0.5%)

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Overview

The Beneteau Gran Turismo 40 represents a complete redesign from the hull up, incorporating the innovative AirStep 2 hull to enhance ride comfort and performance. This model is the first in the Gran Turismo lineup to feature Volvo Penta D6 engines, delivering increased power and efficiency. The boat aims to combine comfortable cruising with excellent handling and entertaining capabilities.

Power and Performance

Powered by twin Volvo Penta D6 engines producing 370 horsepower each, the Gran Turismo 40 achieved a top speed of 38.4 knots at 3620 RPM during testing, surpassing the previously typical 35 knots with D4 engines. Fuel consumption at this speed was 42 gallons per hour, providing a range of approximately 142 nautical miles. The boat demonstrated quick acceleration, reaching planing speed in 5.3 seconds, 20 knots in 5.7 seconds, and 30 knots in 10 seconds. The most efficient cruising speed was found at 2500 RPM, where the boat maintained 23.6 knots with a reduced fuel burn of 17.5 gallons per hour, extending the range to nearly 209 nautical miles while preserving a 10% fuel reserve. The AirStep hull design contributes significantly to these performance metrics by channeling air beneath the hull to reduce surface friction, enhancing both speed and fuel efficiency. Handling characteristics were notably smooth and responsive, with the boat maintaining a dry ride and excellent visibility due to a modest 5-degree bow-high attitude. Docking maneuvers were facilitated by a highly responsive stern drive joystick, allowing precise control even in tight spaces.

Operational Features and Systems

The Gran Turismo 40 offers practical access to its mechanical systems through a large hatch at the front of the engine compartment, with all critical checkpoints easily reachable. Batteries are secured in ventilated compartments on the port side, adjacent to dual fuel tanks separated by a generator. Fuel filters and shutoff valves are conveniently located for maintenance, with independent fuel and electrical systems for each engine ensuring redundancy. For more extensive servicing, an aft seat and a larger deck hatch provide full engine room access. Shore power connections are positioned on the starboard side of the swim platform, complemented by an optional Glendinning cord reel. Electrical controls are centralized at a panel inside the companionway.

Exterior Design and Helm Station

The boat’s exterior features include a 20-inch rail height that increases to 32 inches near the bow, enhancing safety in working areas. Six 10-inch cleats are strategically placed, including two midship cleats. The bow is equipped with a split rail system and a concealed Lumar windlass with an all-chain rode, supplemented by a stainless steel davit. Remote windlass controls are available both at the bow and helm, though the absence of a chain stopper was noted as a potential improvement. The helm is designed around a center console with a double-wide, adjustable helm seat featuring a flip-up bolster and an adjacent observer seat. Instrumentation centers on a 12-inch Simrad NSS Evo II display with stereo integration, flanked by rocker switches, ignition, trim tab controls, and a compass mounted on the centerline. Additional features include dual air vents directed at the helm, a hand-stitched brow with contrasting colors, digital engine controls, a stern drive joystick, and ample storage. The helm wheel is mounted on a tilt base with a foot rail for added comfort. The windshield is a single-piece design measuring 8 feet 1 inch wide by 4 feet tall, equipped with a pantograph wiper and integrated washer, although interior defrosters were absent.

Conclusion

The Beneteau Gran Turismo 40 demonstrates a successful blend of performance, handling, and operational practicality. Its powerful Volvo Penta D6 engines combined with the AirStep 2 hull deliver impressive speed, fuel efficiency, and a smooth, dry ride even in rough conditions. The boat’s responsive handling and joystick-assisted docking make it accessible for operators transitioning from smaller vessels. Thoughtful design elements in the mechanical layout and helm station enhance usability and comfort. While the boat is designed to entertain large groups comfortably, further details on its entertainment features are available separately. Overall, the Gran Turismo 40 stands out as a capable and well-rounded cruiser.

Overview from around the web 2011 Beneteau 40

Customers consistently praise the 2011 Beneteau 40 for its elegant design, spacious interior, and excellent sailing performance

Many highlight the comfortable and well-appointed living quarters, noting the clever use of space that makes extended trips enjoyable. The boat’s handling is often described as responsive and smooth, making it suitable for both seasoned sailors and those newer to cruising. Owners appreciate the quality craftsmanship and reliable build, which contribute to a confident and safe sailing experience. Overall, the 2011 Beneteau 40 is regarded as a versatile and stylish cruiser that balances performance with comfort.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 2011 Beneteau 40 is a popular cruising sailboat known for its balance of performance, comfort, and style. Here are some of the key pros and cons to consider:

Pros

Comfortable Interior: The Beneteau 40 offers a spacious and well-appointed interior with ample natural light, making it ideal for extended cruising or liveaboard use. The layout typically includes two or three cabins, a full galley, and a comfortable saloon.

Sailing Performance: This model provides solid sailing performance with a well-designed hull and rig. It handles well under sail, offering a good balance between speed and stability.

Build Quality: Built by Beneteau, the boat benefits from reputable construction standards and quality materials, ensuring durability and reliability.

Ease of Handling: The 2011 Beneteau 40 is designed for easy handling by a small crew or even single-handed sailing, thanks to features like a well-organized cockpit and efficient deck layout.

Modern Design: The sleek, contemporary design appeals to those looking for a stylish cruiser with modern amenities and aesthetics.

Cons

Weight: Compared to some other boats in its class, the Beneteau 40 can be relatively heavy, which might affect light wind performance slightly.

Systems Complexity: Some owners find that the onboard systems, such as electrical and plumbing, can be complex and may require regular maintenance or upgrades.

Limited Customization: While the interior is well-designed, customization options are somewhat limited, which might not suit all owners’ preferences.

Cockpit Space: The cockpit, while functional, may feel a bit tight for larger groups or extended socializing compared to larger models.

Resale Value: As with many production boats, depreciation can be a factor, so the resale value may not hold as strongly over time compared to certain custom or limited-production yachts.

Made For

The 2011 Beneteau 40 is ideal for cruising enthusiasts and families seeking a comfortable, spacious, and reliable sailboat for coastal and offshore adventures. Its well-designed layout offers ample living space and modern amenities, making it perfect for extended voyages or weekend getaways. Whether you're an experienced sailor or a couple looking to explore new waters with ease, the Beneteau 40 combines performance and comfort to suit a wide range of sailing lifestyles.

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