THE BEST 40' Sailboat I've EVER Seen [4K Tour] Learning the Lines

This is a great example of the legendary Nauticat 40 Pilothouse, designed by Sparkman and Stevens and built by Sitala in Finland. This is a rare boat, and with that I'd argue that she's delightfully weird in that you just don't see designs quite like this in boats of this size and vintage.

Tell me another 40' yacht from the 80s that incorporates a ketch rig, aft cockpit, pilothouse, huge galley, full beam aft cabin with an en-suite head, and a large forward cabin and second head? Combine that with a robust below the waterline fin keel and skeg-hung rudder. I'll wait.

I think this is my new favorite 40' design from this timeframe.

What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.

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Asking Price: $112,000 USD (Sold)

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[AndrewJackson-mfqp]

Now that's what I call a boat. A very comfortable ship to go anywhere and keep the cook happy. Excellent design. Best 40' ever.

[Ravenlight_]

40ft? OMG! That is one fantastic 40-footer! Congrats to the new owner, and ENJOY the LIFE!

[silvanocometta]

If you are not familiar with Nauticats, these are the top motorsailors made in Europe. Extremely well built, sturdy, practical, liveable, but obviously very expensive. In fact, the price you indicate ($120K) for this particular vessel is very low. In Europe it would cost at least 50% more. Fantastic choice for your show. Well done.

[SteifWood]

Nauticats have never been famous for their sailing capabilities, but this model was a vaste improvement from their older true motor sailor models. But their concepts have always been an inspiration for many of us. When I was in my teens I loved to draw and figure out my dream boat, and this model and its larger sibling the 441 was my point of departure. And still is. Good on you new owner. Especially for 112K.

[beadog]

Lots of boat for 40' best boat I've seen lately, definitely a sailors boat.

[justsomebloke]

This is my favourite of all the boats on your channel, the positioning of everything is perfect and the galley does not feel like an afterthought but designed for living with. The high bulwarks and handrails are a must in my point of view, I want one!

[David-ifvi]

Thankyou very much for taking the trouble to share this content with us.
I spent many years working on boats.
And I would like to share some of the problems I encountered with yacht designs, and machinery in enclosed spaces.
This is a beautiful boat, but!
At 5:57, everything that moves in, and out of the cabin has to be squeezed past this helm station. Or loaded in through the deck hatches.
And in a heaving sea you are going to be banged off this structure good, and hard.
Also the temptation to not hang onto the wheel will result in a tumble to the sides.
There are some very nice well thought out layouts like the galley.
At 12:18, this is poorly set out, and where are the labels? It can take hours, and I mean hours to trace wiring faults. When you see this, I ask is the rest of the boat like this?
At 14:01, how on earth do you work on this engine? Check for leaks? Fix something in mid ocean? And 14:18, more of the same!
One of the difficulties with this kind of space, is that if the engine cuts out when you really need it, it is going to be hot.
And if you are being bumped about in a hot climate, then you are going to collect burns.
At 18:59, Are those sliding windows going to keep heavy seas out of the pilot house?
The biggest problem is the utilities in yacht design. They don't sell yachts. But nice polished wood does, and beautiful Heads.
So they get second best, and every thing gets crammed out of sight.
Storage lockers that are empty spaces tend to jumble up their contents.
All loose items have to be in containers.
Some of the designs out there have had as much effort put into this as the design of the boat it's self.
Kind regards, and greetings from Africa.

[nigelwallace]

You are right an absolute gem. I currently have a 38 ft catamaran, but that 8s exactly the kind of mono I would be looking for if i needed a new yacht.

[chriscox]

We looked at it a few months ago and it is even more interesting in person. Love what the PO did with the galley! But the price tells the story, lots of deferred maintenance....

[daveamico]

No question... The best live aboard in an affordable price range with the added bonus of comfort and style. My new dream boat.

[erents]

Wow WOW! I own a Morgan 38 and this boat makes me droll. I love my boat but I would trade it and give you $80, 000 more for this boat in a heartbeat!

[Xpyburnt_ndz]

Someone landed themselves a BEAUTIFUL live aboard!!! GR8 vid!

[alanroberts]

I'm in love ! She is everything I would want - loved her layout - perfect for me. We don't see many like her here in Australia. I've often wondered if importing a boat is financially viable 🤔 Thankyou Jordan for showing her to us - great review as always mate...Cheers Alan, Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, AUS

[davidhutchinson]

No wonder it sold so fast. 112K for that boat. That is a steal.

[woody]

Grt walk through. Thank u. I usually get wowed 1 to 2 times. This got 4. Pilot house. Galley. Aft cabin. T bunk in t forward cabin. And t settee in t aft. Crackin boat.

[corvavw]

A real cruiser, love this lady ❤good luck sailor .

[gc]

64'Boat is perfect, can handle lots of sea ways your love it

[jerrycallender]

I've been looking for a Nauticat 40'-44' and I really like this boat!
Nice not seeing the mizzen in the middle of the aft cabin.

[fxpthl]

Hey Jordan, nice to see that you are keeping busy with your channel!

[dougheizenrader]

I love Nauticats! And it seems no two are exactly the same. Very cool!