The 1979 Islander Peterson 40 is a performance cruiser designed by Doug Peterson, built with the classic lines and offshore capability characteristic of its era. The fiberglass hull measures 40 feet with an 11.75-foot beam, powered by a single 42 hp Pathfinder diesel engine.
Below deck, the interior features solid teak joinery and a practical layout with one cabin and one head. The galley is equipped for extended cruising, and the navigation station offers straightforward passage-planning capability. The sleeping accommodations provide generous space for crew and family.
The hull and deck present well with maintained gelcoat and hardware. Rigging and sail inventory have been carefully managed. Systems have been maintained for reliability and longevity, balancing originality with sensible upgrades. A Pathfinder diesel engine was rebuilt, offering dependable mechanical performance.
The sale includes a 2013 Zodiac Cadet 310 RIB NEO tender with Hypalon construction and a 2023 Tohatsu MFS20EEFS outboard motor.
Length
40.00 FT
Beam
11.75 FT
Draft
7.17 FT
Material
Fiberglass
Shape
Displacement
Cabins
1
Heads
1
Engines
1
Engine Make
Pathfinder
Engine Model
50MF
Power
NaN HP
Hours
1,444 HRS
Fuel
Diesel
Fuel
35 GAL
Water
60 GAL