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1985 DeFever 40 Offshore Cruiser Boat in Port Royal, SC 29935 US

$139,900

Used
builtBuilt in 1985
Year the boat was built
model

40 Offshore Cruiser

Boat model
engine

2 Engines (2x Perkins)

Engine type and count
length

40 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

This timeless 1985 DeFever 40 Offshore is a solidly built full-displacement trawler designed for serious cruising and liveaboard comfort. With her robust fiberglass hull, deep keel for prop protection, and proven seaworthiness, she's ideal for coastal explorations, extended passages, or long-range voyages.

Key Features:

• Layout: Spacious galley-up floorplan with a large aft master cabin, forward guest stateroom, and two heads for convenience and privacy.

• Deck & Bridge: Wide, safe side decks and a roomy flybridge perfect for entertaining or spotting wildlife.

• Build Quality: Constructed by CTF in Taiwan on a strong, reliable hull with hard aft chines - a DeFever hallmark known for durability and efficiency.

• Performance: Economical twin Perkins 354HE diesels (230 hours since major overhaul) with impressive range, making her a true offshore-capable passagemaker. 2011 Onan 7.5kw generator (450 hours)

• Electronics and Helm: SIMRAD touchscreen radar/GPS/plotter, SIMRAD has AIS transponder integrated with NEMA 2000, REDPORT Halo Long range WI-FI extender system, JL MMR-40 stereo system with JL speakers and Bluetooth w/upper and lower helm with NEMA 2000

• Updates: Detailed service records of every service and upgrade available for viewing going back 20+ years. Some recent featured items include Bottom painted June 2026, Side Shift bow & stern thruster 2023, new Dometic AC units both master stateroom and galley/fwd


Whether you're a couple looking for a comfortable liveaboard or a family ready for bluewater adventures, this DeFever 40 delivers safety, style, and timeless appeal. Low-profile design with a flat sheerline gives her a distinctive, elegant look rarely found in trawlers.


Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of DeFever cruising heritage!

Dinghy not included

Nominal Length
40ft
Length Overall
41.42ft
Beam
14.5ft
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Perkins
Engine Model
354 HE
Engine Hours
230
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine 2
Engine Make
Perkins
Engine Model
354 HE
Engine Hours
230
Fuel Type
diesel
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Price History

DateEventPrice
7/28/26Initial price$139,900

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