Question 1

What are the specs of the PASSPORT 40?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 40 has the following specifications: 39.42ft LOA, 12.67ft beam, 5.75ft draft, 22,771lb displacement, 8,500.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PASSPORT 40 cost?

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The PASSPORT 40 has an average asking price of $120,153, with prices ranging from $59,000 to $159,361 based on 15 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PASSPORT 40 and when was it made?

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Built by Passport Yachts Inc. (TAIWAN), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1991, 148 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the PASSPORT 40 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.96, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.79, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PASSPORT 40?

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The PASSPORT 40 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.24, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 272.34, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PASSPORT 40?

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Annual maintenance for a PASSPORT 40 is estimated at $2.5K – $6.5K. 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 PASSPORT 40 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PASSPORT 40 (39.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.5K – $6.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1100-$1900/year (based on $120,153 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39.42ft boat: Florida: $7,100-$18,900/year. California: $6,600-$16,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,800/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,500/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,500/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,300/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,500/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,800/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 PASSPORT 40?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PASSPORT 40 (39.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,100-$18,900/year. California: $6,600-$16,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,800/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,500/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,500/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,300/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,500/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,800/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 PASSPORT 40?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 7 issues reported for the PASSPORT 40 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rudder, engine, rigging, 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 PASSPORT 40.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PASSPORT 40?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PASSPORT 40, SailPages.com has compiled 7 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rudder, engine, rigging. 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 PASSPORT 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 PASSPORT 40?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 40 has the following rig dimensions: I=54.8ft (foretriangle height), J=15.8ft (foretriangle base), P=49.9ft (mainsail luff), E=16ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 791.3 sq ft. Jib area: 394.7 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PASSPORT 40 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.96, capsize ratio 1.79, SA/disp 15.24, average price $120,153. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39.42 ft
LWL	33.42 ft
Beam	12.67 ft
Draft	5.75 ft
Displacement	22,771 lb
Ballast	8,500.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	54.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	49.9 ft
Emainsail foot	16 ft
FLforestay	15.6 ft
Mainsail	791.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	394.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	671 sq ft

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