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1986 Nauticat 40' (12.19 m) 40 Cutter Ketch Pilothouse

New Bern, North Carolina, United States

SUR LA MER

Classic Nauticat 40 pilothouse cruiser with Atlantic crossing pedigree. SUR LA MER features Ford Lehman 135 diesel, generator, watermaker, Raymarine electronics, and spacious aft master cabin. Cutter-ketch rig, immaculate interior, and exceptional visibility from pilothouse. A legendary Sparkman & S

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Vessel ID# 2848435    Last Updated: 2026-03-17 17:41:21

FEATURES:
   Upgraded Electronics
   New Heads and Hoses
   Ford Lehman 135
   Pilot House
   Cutter-Ketch
Notable Upgrades: Excellent Condition inside and out. Thorough maintenance log, knowledgeable owners. Safe and solid sailboat, wonderful interior.
Tenders: West Marine 10' RIB with 15hp Yamaha Outboard
   Date Listed: 03/07/2026

Rare Pilothouse Cutter Ketch - Sweet boat!

$ 129,900 USD

Description

SUR LA MER

1986 Nauticat 40 Pilothouse Cutter-Ketch Motorsailer

A legendary Sparkman & Stephens-designed Nauticat, built in Finland for serious offshore cruising. With a protected pilothouse helm, powerful Ford Lehman 135 diesel, and a flexible cutter-ketch rig, SUR LA MER combines bluewater capability with exceptional comfort.

This yacht has already proven her offshore pedigree, having crossed the Atlantic and cruised to Venezuela, and remains in impeccable interior and mechanical condition with extensive maintenance records.


Classic Nauticat 40 pilothouse cruiser with Atlantic crossing pedigree. SUR LA MER features Ford Lehman 135 diesel, generator, watermaker, Raymarine electronics, and spacious aft master cabin. Cutter-ketch rig, immaculate interior, and exceptional visibility from pilothouse.


• Pilothouse

• Generator

• Watermaker

• Air Conditioning

• Ketch

• Cutter Rig

• Liveaboard

• Bluewater Cruiser

• Inside Helm

• Offshore


Miles Yacht Group is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by S&J Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Specifications

HIN/IMO: SLT40049E606

LOA: 39' 4'' (12.00 Meters)

Type: Sail- Used

Year: 1986

Beam: 13' 1''

Cabins: 2

Sleeps: 7

V Berths: 1

Queen Berths: 1

Heads: 2

Convertibles: 1

Maximum Speed: 7 Knots

Cruise Speed: 6.51 Knots

Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Hull Finish: White

Hull Shape: Monohull

Air Conditioning: Yes

Tower: No

Bridge Clearance: 60' 5''

Fuel Tank: 198 Gallons (749.51 Liters)

Fresh Water: 160 Gallons (605.67 Liters)

Holding Tank: 36 Gallons (136.27 Liters)

Displacement: 30865 lbs

Designer: Sparkman & Stephens

Builder: Nauticat - Siltala Yachts

Tender HIN: WMPWA469A111

Tender Registration: NC-4741-DT

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Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Ford Lehman
  • Engine Model: 135
  • Engine Year: 1986
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Power HP: 90.00
  • Power KW: 67.11
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Hours: 4000.00
  • Engine Location: Middle

Generators

Generator 1

  • Generator Make: Kohler
  • Generator Model: 800
  • Generator KW: 5.00
  • Generator Hours: 1650