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LAVEZZI 40

LAVEZZI 40

Fountaine Pajot Catamarans🇫🇷· Design: O. Flahault Design /Joubert - Nivelt
$183,037 avg$11 – $239,809 (11 listings)2002–2009227 built
$2.1K – $5.5K est. annual maintenance
Catamaran / MultihullmultiFrac. Sloop (Rotating Spar)Twin/Triple

Specifications

Hull

LOA39.1 ft
LWL39.1 ft
Beam21.4 ft
Draft3.6 ft
Displacement13,228 lb
Material39’11.9 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL8.4 kn

Accommodation

Cabins3
Berths4
Heads6
Water147.9 L
Fuel66 L
CE categoryN/A€

About the LAVEZZI 40

Charter version has four double cabins. Owner's version with owner's cabin occupying one hull.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by O. Flahault Design /Joubert - Nivelt and built by Fountaine Pajot Catamarans (FRA), the Lavezz 40 was produced from 2002–2009 with a total of 227 hulls built. This French catamaran offers a balance of performance and comfort, characterized by its fractional sloop rig with rotating spar and twin hulls.

Best for:
This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended voyages, given its high comfort ratio and widespread adoption of amenities like watermakers and solar panels. It is well-suited for owners who prioritize ease of handling and modern electronics integration, as evidenced by the high prevalence of Nexus and B&G upgrades.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 13228.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.62, the Lavezz 40 demonstrates solid offshore stability and seaworthiness. Its history of owner-reported installations of watermakers, solar panels, and robust anchoring systems (Quick, Delta) further supports its capability for extended bluewater cruising.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include the Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 and the Lagoon 400, which share similar production eras and French catamaran design philosophies. These models are comparable due to their similar beam widths, displacement ranges, and focus on interior volume and ease of single-handed sailing.

Performance

Comfort8.8
Capsize3.62
SA/Disp27.8
Disp/Len99

Market Price

Low
$11
Average
$183,037
High
$239,809
Based on 11 listings across 4 marketplaces

Asking price by model year

11 listings · boat years 20022009 · median $205,000

$0$1M$2Mmedian $205,000200520102005 LAVEZZI 40 · $205,0002009 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $199,800 · France, Marseille2004 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $140,292 · Croatia, Split2003 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $199,800 · France, Marseille2002 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $183,600 · Martinique, Le Marin2005 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $221,400 · Greece, Preveza2005 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $210,600 · Martinique, Le Marin2002 fountaine pajot lavezzi 40 · $183,6002002 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $1,846,616 · Martinique2005 Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 · $211,818 · Martinique2005 Fountaine Pajot LAVEZZI 40 · $222,680 · GreeceAsking price (USD)Boat model year

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 39.1ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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$2.1K – $5.5K
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Articles & Reviews

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

13 reported issues across 8 systems for the LAVEZZI 40, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

4 critical4 major5 minor
Deck3Rudder2Hull2Structural2Rigging1Keel1Electrical1Plumbing1

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