GULF 40 (GARDEN)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.75 ft |
| LWL | 29 ft |
| Beam | 10.83 ft |
| Draft | 6.17 ft |
| Displacement | 21,000 lb |
| Ballast | 5,000.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
About the GULF 40 (GARDEN)
Later built of fiberglass and called CAPE SAN LUCAS 40. (Gulf Marine Products,(USA)). Garden design #392 ?.
The Gulf 40 is a rare, single-year production vessel designed by William Garden and built by Cheoy Lee Shipyard Ltd. in 1959, with an unknown total hull count. Its authoritative specifications list a LOA of 39.75 ft, a displacement of 21000.0 lb, and a full/long keel configuration.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and traditionalists who value a heavy, stable platform with a cutter rig, though its age and rarity require a buyer comfortable with maintaining vintage systems.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 21000.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.57, and a full/long keel, the Gulf 40 exhibits strong offshore stability and seakeeping characteristics suitable for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1950s Cheoy Lee designs like the Gulf 36 or Gulf 33, as well as contemporary heavy-displacement cutters such as the Tartan 38 or O'Day 38, due to similar build quality and cruising-oriented hull forms.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.75ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the GULF 40 (GARDEN), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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