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This 40 Foot Sailboat Has the Best Owner’s Bed Ever Built | Catalina 400 MKII
16 February 2026 · 8 min · 25K views
2009 Catalina 400 Airwaves docked at sunny marina
What this video covers
The Catalina 400 Mk II, produced in the early to mid-2000s, prioritizes interior volume and liveaboard comfort over performance.1:36 Designed by Frank and Jerry Douglas, the 40-foot cruiser features a full-beam, centerline island berth in the aft owner’s cabin, a layout rarely found in production boats of this size.2:29 The design sacrifices saloon space and cockpit size to accommodate this cabin, resulting in a vessel that handles predictably rather than aggressively.3:43 Construction includes a solid glass hull and a cored deck with properly bonded bulkheads.4:46 Prospective buyers should anticipate age-related maintenance costs, specifically regarding standing rigging, sails, and aging electronics.5:04 Current market prices for the model range from $125,000 to $165,000.6:18 While the boat lacks the prestige of the larger Catalina 42 or 425, it offers a practical, well-sorted layout for long-term cruising couples. The vessel remains a viable, reliable option for those prioritizing daily living comfort over speed or racing performance.
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