BENETEAU FIRST 40 7 - WOJTYLA
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Name
BENETEAU FIRST 40 7 - WOJTYLA
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Year
1999
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Sail Number
GER 4826
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Hull material
GRP
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Color hull
White
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Located
Portugal
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Price
At Request
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VAT
Paid
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Flag
Portugal
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Type
Cruiser-Racer
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Slogan
The Perfect Balance Between Racing Performance and Cruising Comfort.
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Description
Proven Performance. Extensively Upgraded. Ready for New Adventures.
An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-maintained and extensively upgraded Beneteau First 40.7, a highly regarded performance cruiser/racer combining competitive sailing capabilities with the comfort and versatility of a family cruising yacht.
Built in 1999 and located in Portugal, this First 40.7 has benefited from substantial investment and continuous maintenance, with documented technical upgrades and refit works.
One of the yacht's most valuable assets is its comprehensive North Sails 3Di racing wardrobe, complemented by cruising and training sails, offering excellent versatility for both competitive regattas and relaxed cruising.
Significant upgrades carried out between 2021 and 2026 include a complete standing rigging replacement with new Dyform rigging, extensive mast and running rigging work, a major Volvo Penta engine and saildrive overhaul, and modernised B&G navigation electronics.
The yacht features a B&G H3000 instrumentation system, complemented by a 2025 electronics upgrade including a B&G Vulcan 9 chartplotter, H5000 Fastnet Interface, AIS Class B transponder and NMEA 2000 integration.
Further improvements include renewed communications equipment, upgraded safety systems, a professionally serviced eight-person liferaft and various interior and cockpit comfort enhancements.
Carefully maintained and used primarily for family cruising alongside occasional club racing, this First 40.7 offers an appealing combination of sailing performance, reliability and onboard comfort.
A compelling opportunity for sailors seeking a proven cruiser/racer with substantial recent investment, a high-quality sail inventory and genuine dual-purpose versatility.
KEY FEATURES
- Extensive refit: 2021–2026
- Racing sails: North Sails 3Di mainsail, J2 heavy, J2 medium and J3 heavy
- Downwind sails: Three spinnakers of different weights
- Cruising sails: Additional mainsail, genoa and training sails
- Standing rigging: Dyform, replaced 2021–2022
- Engine: Volvo Penta MD2040, extensively overhauled
- Electronics: B&G H3000, Vulcan 9, H5000 interface, AIS Class B
- Safety: Eight-person Arimar liferaft, serviced in 2026
- Racing: ORC 2026 certificate
- Versatility: Competitive club racing and comfortable family cruising
A proven racing pedigree, upgraded systems and cruising comfort — all in one yacht.
The vessel has always been used as a dual-purpose performance cruiser/racer and the current condition reflects that philosophy, combining competitive club racing sailing capability with a comfortable cruising environment.
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Builder
BENETEAU
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Designer
BRUCE FARR
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LOA
11.92 m
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Beam
3.77 m
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Draft
2,41 m
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Displacement
7108 kg
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Engines
Volvo MD2040
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Engine Hours
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Propeller
Folding two blade
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Cruising Speed
6,5 kn
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Engines
notes
Major engine and saildrive overhaul: 2021-2022
The Volvo MD2040 and saildrive were completely removed from the vessel and overhauled.
The work included:
- Engine removal from the yacht
- Bench testing
- Heat exchanger servicing
- Starter motor overhaul
- Alternator overhaul
- Replacement of filters, belts, impeller and fluids
- New engine mounts
- Complete saildrive overhaul
- New diaphragm
- New seals and O-rings
- Electrolysis repairs
- Saildrive repainting
- Reinstallation and commissioning
Additional engine work: 2025
Further substantial mechanical work was carried out during 2025, including:
- Fuel system repairs
- Cooling system overhaul
- Thermostat replacement
- Exhaust mixing elbow replacement
- Engine repairs and recommissioning
- Engine removal and reinstallation
- Alternator verification and testing
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Fuel
130 l
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Water
300 l
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Tanks
notes
Water: 2x150
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Berths number
8
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Cabins number
3
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Cabin height
190 m
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Shower
Yes
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Accommodations
notes
The interior of the boat is in good overall condition and has been continuously maintained throughout my ownership.
Beyond the technical refit works described above, a number of improvements were made with the objective of making the boat more comfortable and enjoyable for cruising. These include, among other items, exterior cockpit cushions, interior comfort improvements and various cosmetic upgrades carried out over the years.
The vessel has always been used as a dual-purpose performance cruiser/racer and the current condition reflects that philosophy, combining competitive club racing sailing capability with a comfortable cruising environment.
The spacious central saloon, functional galley and navigation station create a comfortable and practical interior for extended cruising, while maintaining the lightweight, performance-focused philosophy of the First range.
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Hot water
Yes
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Refrigerator
Yes
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Water system
Yes
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Electronics
B&G
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GPS
Yes
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VHF
New ICOM IC-M330GE
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Automatic pilot
Yes
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Compass
Yes
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Plotter
B&G Vulcan 9
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Navigation
instruments notes
The boat originally carried a B&G H3000 system.
Navigation upgrade – 2025
A significant upgrade was completed in late 2025:
- B&G Vulcan 9 chartplotter
- B&G H5000 Fastnet Interface
- AIS Class B transponder (em-trak B923)
- NMEA 2000 integration
- Updated electronic cartography
- Professional installation and commissioning
COMMUNICATIONS
2025:
- New ICOM IC-M330GE VHF
- DSC Class D
- Integrated GPS
- Flush-mount installation
2026:
- New stereo and interior speakers
- New external VHF antenna
- New cabling and connectors
- Additional electronic integration work
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Batteries
2
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Battery charger
Yes
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Electrical
notes
Battery 2x Weight 8
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Sails
North Sails 3Di, not 3DL. The racing inventory includes:
- North Sails 3Di mainsail
- North Sails 3Di J2 heavy
- North Sails 3Di J2 medium
- North Sails 3Di J3 heavy
- Three spinnakers (same size, different weights “5”, “7” and “9”)
In addition to the racing inventory, the boat also comes with:
- Cruising mainsail in good condition
- Cruising genoa in good condition
- Various training and practice sails
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Rigging
Dyform
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Mast
Aluminium Sparcraft
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Boom
Aluminium Sparcraft
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Vang
Yes
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Running Rigging
Dyneema
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Spinnaker pole
Aluminium
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Furling system
Harken
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Spars and
rigging notes
Complete standing rigging replacement: 2021-2022
The mast was removed and a major rigging refit was carried out including:
- New Dyform standing rigging
- New terminals
- Extensive running rigging renewal
- New masthead fittings
- New VHF antenna and cabling
- New mast lighting
- Complete mast inspection and tuning after reinstallation
- Hidraulic ram backstay
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Deck hardware
Lewmar
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Hatches
Lewmar
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Winches
Lewmar
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Deck
equipment notes
- Windlass
- Cushions for deck and cockpit
- Boom cover
- German mainsheet system
- Wheel cover
- Winches covers
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CE Registration
Yes
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Fire-extinguishers
1
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Epirb
Yes
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Liferaft
For 8 persons
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Safety
Equipment Notes
The boat also benefited from major safety upgrades:
- Arimar ISO 9650 liferaft (8 persons)
- Updated fire extinguishers
- Renewed gas installation
- Updated safety equipment package
The liferaft was professionally serviced and recertified in 2026.
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Construction
notes
Designed by the renowned Farr Yacht Design and built by Chantiers Beneteau in France, the First 40.7 features a robust GRP (fibreglass-reinforced polyester) hull, combining structural strength, durability and efficient sailing performance.
The GRP deck and practical cockpit layout are designed to accommodate both efficient racing manoeuvres and comfortable cruising, making the First 40.7 a highly versatile performance cruiser/racer.
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Radio CD
Yes
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Speakers
Yes
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Cockpit Shower
Yes
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Swimming ladder
Yes
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Extra
notes
New stereo and interior speakers