DUFOUR CLASSIC 41
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41 ft |
| LWL | 32.67 ft |
| Beam | 13 ft |
| Draft | 6.5 ft |
| Displacement | 17,790 lb |
| Ballast | 5,619.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.7 kn |
About the DUFOUR CLASSIC 41
The Dufour Classic 41 is a classic cruising sloop designed by J & J Design / Olivier Poncin and built by Dufour Yachts S.A. (FRA) in 1989. With a build count of ?, this model represents a specific era of French yacht construction, featuring a 41.0 ft LOA and a displacement of 17790.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This vessel is well-suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, classic sailing experience, given its moderate comfort ratio of 25.68 and traditional masthead sloop rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 17790.0 lb and a low capsize ratio of 2.0, the Classic 41 offers a stable platform suitable for offshore passages, though its single production year suggests limited fleet-wide bluewater history data.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 40 and the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40, as they share similar production years, beam dimensions around 13.0 ft, and a focus on balanced cruising performance.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
25 listings · boat years 1997–2024 · median $80,382
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the DUFOUR CLASSIC 41, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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