A well-kept 40-foot French catamaran built for easy cruising and shorthanded sailing.
The Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 has earned a loyal following among cruising couples and families for good reason: she’s compact enough for two to handle, yet delivers the space, stability, and bluewater manners that make catamarans so appealing. This 2018 example, S/V Sea Lyon, is offered by broker Will Miller and represents a clean, well-cared-for entry into the popular Lucia line.
A Proven Cruising Cat
Designed by Berret-Racoupeau and built by French multihull specialist Fountaine Pajot, the Lucia 40 replaced the long-running Lipari and brought a fresh, modern silhouette to the fleet. At 40 feet, she strikes an appealing balance: big enough for extended passages and comfortable liveaboard use, small enough to keep dockage and maintenance manageable. The flybridge-style helm, wide side decks, and self-tacking headsail arrangement make shorthanded sailing genuinely straightforward.
Where She Sits in the Market
The Lucia 40 continues to trade actively on the brokerage market. Over the past two years, ten boats have changed hands with a median sold price of $400,000 and roughly 115 days on market. Today’s active inventory is tight, with just three boats listed.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sold in last 24 months | 10 |
| Median sold price | $400,000 |
| Median days to sell | ~115 |
| Active listings | 3 |
| Current asking range | $350,000–$399,000 |
| Median Sold | $400,000 | |||
| Low Ask | $350,000 | |||
| Median Ask | $375,000 | |||
| High Ask | $399,000 |
Worth a Closer Look
For buyers weighing a shorthanded cruising catamaran in the sub-$400k range, S/V Sea Lyon deserves consideration. With limited active inventory and a consistent sold-price track record, well-presented Lucia 40s tend not to linger. Reach out to Will Miller for full specifications, equipment lists, and to arrange a viewing.