Beneteau First 40.7

1999 BENETEAU FIRST 40.7,

First 40.7 (1999) designed by Bruce Farr: performance cruising, 3 cabins/8 berths. Volvo 2040 ~2,000 h, saildrive joint 2021. Electronics updated 2022 (Garmin GPSMAP 923, central unit, sensors, VHF ASN, AIS B). LiFePO4 battery bank 2022. Harken furling, forestay 2022 and new genoa 2025. Full batten mainsail 2017, staysail/intermediate in very good condition, spinnaker + asymmetric 2017. Cockpit with 6 winches, ROD standing rigging 2010: replacement recommended (quote available). Ideal for racing/fast cruising. Invoice file, viewing on request.

A performance cruising sailboat designed by Bruce Farr, the First 40.7 has become a benchmark for those seeking a lively, seaworthy, and comfortable 12 m boat. A recessed helm station, efficient cockpit with 6 winches, clear deck plan, and solid hull make it an excellent compromise for coastal racing as well as fast family cruising.

Highlights (recent upgrades)

Harken furling, forestay: 2022
Battery bank: 2 Lithium LiFePO4 batteries (2022)
Electronics updated in 2022: Garmin central unit, knot-speed-depth sensors, Mini Gyro compass, GPSMAP 923 plotter, VHF ASN, AIS B transceiver
Saildrive joint replaced in 2021
Complete sails inventory (full batten main 2017, genoa 2025, staysail/intermediate on removable forestay, spinnaker + asymmetric spinnaker 2017)
Well maintained and ready to sail (invoice file available)
Technical data

Model: Beneteau First 40.7 (designer Bruce Farr)
Year: 1999 - Beneteau 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 h (regular maintenance)
Capacities: Diesel 138 L - Water 272 L
Layout

3 cabins / 1 bathroom version
8 berths (forward cabin + two aft cabins + saloon)
Bright saloon, L-shaped galley: oven/stove, double sink, fridge
Water heater, pressurized hot water, marine toilet
Electricity / power

12 V + shore power 220 V socket, battery charger
2 LiFePO4 service batteries (2022) + 1 engine battery
Inverter
Electronics and navigation (2022)

Garmin central unit, knot-speed-depth, anemometer
Garmin Mini Gyro compass
Garmin GPSMAP 923 plotter
Autopilot
Navicom ASN RT750 VHF + AIS B transceiver
Radio/CD player
Deck / rigging

Fractional sloop, wheel steering
Harken furling (2022) - forestay replaced 2022 - removable forestay for staysail
6 winches - full deck hardware
Lazy bag + lazy jacks
Windlass, anchor + chain
Cockpit shower, swim ladder
Canvas/covers/bimini: none
Safety / miscellaneous

Electric + manual bilge pumps
Fenders, mooring lines
Liferaft and mandatory safety equipment: [to be confirmed depending on area]
Condition / known work

Saildrive joint replaced (2021)
Electronics updated (2022)
Furling/forestay (2022)
Genoa (2025)
LiFePO4 service batteries (2022)
ROD standing rigging 2010: replacement recommended (quote available)
Why a First 40.7? This Farr design is appreciated for its "performance/comfort" balance: lively hull, optimized cockpit, good heading stability and high average speeds, while maintaining a functional 3-cabin interior.

Contact me for full inventory, quotes/invoices and a floating visit.