Bavaria 40 (sailboat) for sale

The 2001 Bavaria 40 is a classic J&J Design cruising yacht that combines solid sailing performance with spacious comfort. At just over 40 feet in length, This yacht features a wide beam, generous cockpit, and practical deck layout that make it ideal for coastal cruising, Mediterranean chartering, or extended family sailing.

"Golden Dawn" is powered by a Volvo Penta D-30 29hp inboard diesel engine which was new in 2014, and has three-cabin accommodation, two heads, offering comfortable sleeping space for up to eight people.
Built with a strong fibreglass hull and fin keel, the Bavaria 40 delivers stable, forgiving handling under sail while remaining easy to manage short-handed. Its warm wood interior, ample storage, and bright saloon create a welcoming atmosphere onboard.
Berth at Portland Marina is available for the new owner to continue.
Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541

MECHANICAL

Volvo Penta D-30 29hp inboard diesel engine (New 2014)
Bruntons Folding autoprop - propspeed antifoul
Bow thruster inc. 2 batteries and remote control
Spares (Filters, pump spares etc)
Suzuki 3hp Auxiliary outboard

ELECTRICAL

3-2 Domestic batteries
1 Engine start batteries
Shore power connection

RIGGING

Fractional sloop
Harken winches
Selden Genoa furler
Selden gas strut
Lines led aft
Standing rigging replaced 2018
All running rigging replaced in the last 8 years
In mast furling

Winches

2x Harken 2-speed Genoa
2x Harken 2-speed Halyard/Main

Sails

One Sails Mainsail - 2019
Jeckells Genoa - 2023
Spare Genoa

NAVIGATION

Garmin 8008 Chart plotter
Autopilot
Navtex (Bluetooth)
VHF Radio - iCom IC-M411
Handheld VHF Standard Horizon
Depth and water speed transducer
Several charts and pilot books
Plastimo main compass
Plastimo handheld compass
Portland plotter and dividers
Handheld anemometer
Wifi network

DECK

Kedge anchor
Delta 25kg main anchor with 50m of chain
Fenders - Multiple sizes
Lofrans electric anchor windlass
Ball fenders x2
Mooring warps
Mooring bridle
Mooring symbols
Bow Fender
Flexible flat fender
Hook and Moor Boat hook
Crewsaver 4-person Tender with oars 2025
Sprayhood
Cockpit Enclosure
Detachable wheel
Vinyl 'Teak' deck
Folding table
Electric winch handle
Winch handles x3
Winch handle holders
Spare gas bottle
Wheel cover
Radio / VHF Radio repeater speakers
Cockpit seating cushions - x4
Guardrails with side gates and netting
Cup holders

SAFETY

Liferaft (New 2024)
Lifejackets - x8
Dog Life Jackets - x2
Horseshoe Floatation
Dan Buoy
Emergency ladder
Throw line
Flares - 2025
MOB Hoist
Rigging Wire cutters
Jackstays
Safety Lines
Seago MOB recovery line
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Fire blanket
Electric bilge pump
Manual bilge pump

ACCOMMODATION

Forward Cabin

Large double berth
Shaped bedding
Duvet
Fire stick
Fan
Power socket
Quick dry towels x3
Hoodie - branded Golden Dawn - 'Skipper'

Saloon

Table / Bed
TV inc remote controls
Radio
Fire stick
Fire blanket
Fridge
Gas Hob and Oven on gimbal
Whale water tap
Blankets
Shaped bedding inc. Duvet
Toaster
Insulated cups
Kettle
Pans
Meaco Dehumidifier
Bosuns chair
Tablet holder
Walkie talkies x4
Spares (blubs, LCD lights,
etc.)

Aft Port Cabin

Shaped bedding
Duvet
Fire stick
Fan
Power socket
Hoodie - branded Golden Dawn - 'Crew'
Hoodie - branded Golden Dawn - 'Ballast'
Aft Starboard Cabin
Shaped bedding
Duvet
Fan
Power socket

CONSTRUCTION

GRP hull
Antifouled in 2025

DOCUMENTATION

Bill of sale into the current ownership
Previous bills of sale
Original purchase VAT invoice
Declaration of conformity
Builder's certificate... whole text » less text