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C&C 40: What You Should Know | Boat Review
May 27, 2024 · 11 min · 32K views
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The C&C 40, produced from 1978 to 1983, serves as a dual-purpose racer-cruiser featuring a 39.6-foot hull, a deep seven-foot keel, and a teak-ply interior.4:30 Designed during the International Offshore Rule (IOR) era, the boat avoids the extreme hull distortions common to that period, resulting in a fair, conservative shape that remains competitive for club-level racing.4:56 Prospective buyers should inspect the hull bottom near the keel and rudder, as well as mast structural attachments, for damage caused by heavy racing use.4:11 The boat offers a U-shaped galley, a teak and holly cabin sole, and multiple berth configurations, though the interior is notably dark.7:56 Owners often modify the vessel for cruising by adding Solent stays for storm sails, increasing fuel capacity with bladders, and upgrading electrical systems, including battery banks and alternators.8:49 While the deep draft limits shallow-water cruising, the boat provides high-performance sailing characteristics.6:45 A clean survey is essential before purchase, as many units currently sell for approximately $40,000.3:51
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