Question 1

What are the specs of the ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

The ENDEAVOUR 40 has the following specifications: 40ft LOA, 13ft beam, 5ft draft, 25,000lb displacement, 9,000lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a ENDEAVOUR 40 cost?

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The ENDEAVOUR 40 has an average asking price of $69,271, with prices ranging from $42,000 to $79,900 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the ENDEAVOUR 40 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Endeavour Yacht Corp. (USA), designed by Bob Johnson, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1985, 185 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the ENDEAVOUR 40 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ENDEAVOUR 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.89, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.78, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

The ENDEAVOUR 40 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.81, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 340.6, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ENDEAVOUR 40 is estimated at $2.7K – $7.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a ENDEAVOUR 40 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ENDEAVOUR 40 (40ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.7K – $7.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $600-$1100/year (based on $69,271 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 40ft boat: Florida: $7,200-$19,200/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,800-$12,500/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $32K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ENDEAVOUR 40 (40ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,200-$19,200/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,800-$12,500/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 14 issues reported for the ENDEAVOUR 40 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, deck, hull, plumbing, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the ENDEAVOUR 40.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ENDEAVOUR 40, SailPages.com has compiled 14 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine, deck, hull, plumbing, rudder. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the ENDEAVOUR 40 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the ENDEAVOUR 40?

Accepted Answer

The ENDEAVOUR 40 has the following rig dimensions: I=50.77ft (foretriangle height), J=15.85ft (foretriangle base), P=49ft (mainsail luff), E=15.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 819.1 sq ft. Jib area: 402.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the ENDEAVOUR 40 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ENDEAVOUR 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 40ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.89, capsize ratio 1.78, SA/disp 14.81, average price $69,271. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	40 ft
LWL	32 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	25,000 lb
Ballast	9,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	50.77 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.85 ft
Pmainsail luff	49 ft
Emainsail foot	15.75 ft
PYmizzen luff	26 ft
EYmizzen foot	8.16 ft
FLforestay	15.9 ft
Mainsail	819.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	402.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	684 sq ft

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