Beneteau First 40

2012 Beneteau First 40 — Radiance

Turn-Key • Extensively Updated • Race-Ready & Cruising-Comfortable

Radiance is an excellent example of the sought-after Beneteau First 40 — a performance-oriented racer/cruiser designed by Farr Yacht Design with an elegant Nauta-designed interior. Sold to her current owner in Fall 2024 and extensively improved since, she now returns to the market even better equipped, freshly serviced, and fully prepared for her next owner.

Well known for their remarkable balance of speed, handling, and onboard comfort, the First 40 is a favorite among competitive sailors and cruising enthusiasts alike. With three generous cabins, a full galley, a bright main salon, and accommodations for up to 8, Radiance is equally suited for weekends aboard, coastal cruising, or competitive race programs.

Her cockpit offers a versatile layout with removable seating/storage for race mode, a large wheel, and a dodger/bimini for comfort underway. Whether you’re chasing breeze or cruising the coast, Radiance is set up and ready to perform.

Highlights & Recent Upgrades (2024–2025)

Significant updates and maintenance have been completed since October 2024, making Radiance truly turn-key:

Electronics & Navigation

• New VHF radio

• New stereo system with upgraded speakers fully integrated with VHF

• New wind sensor and transducer

Sails, Canvas & Rigging

• New A2 Asymmetrical Spinnaker (2025)

• New Genoa

• New mainsail cover

• New Genoa sleeve cover

• New main halyard

• Strong Sail Track & Cars for full-batten main

• Carbon mainsail & 135% genoa (2021)

• Extensive spinnaker inventory:

  • 2 × A5 asymmetrical spinnakers

  • 2 × symmetrical spinnakers (0.5 oz & 1.5 oz)

• Mainsail lazy jacks & canvas cover (2018)

Systems, Mechanical & Electrical

• Complete engine service: oil, filters, impeller, belt

• Bilge pump replaced

• Fresh water pump replaced

• Steering system service: new bearing below waterline + new wheel bushing

• Windlass service with replacement of worn components

• Start + house batteries (2021)

• Electric halyard winch (2021)

Hull, Deck & Bottom Work

• Recent haul-out with antifouling paint, including multiple coats at the waterline

• New headstay (2020)

• Thru-hulls replaced (2020)

• Rocna anchor, chain & rode

• Full canvas package (2018): dodger, bimini, wheel cover, halyard bags

Accommodations

• Three large private cabins

• Spacious head with shower

• Well-appointed galley with ample storage

• Bright, modern Nauta-designed interior

• Sleeps 6–8, including main salon berths

Performance

Designed by Farr, the First 40 offers an impressive blend of stiffness, pointing ability, and downwind acceleration. Radiance boasts an optimized sail plan, updated running gear, and a strong inventory of performance sails, making her a capable platform for competitive racing or fast, comfortable cruising.

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Summary

Radiance is a clean, heavily updated, and well-prepared 2012 Beneteau First 40. With significant recent upgrades, new sails, updated electronics, major mechanical service, and a freshly painted bottom, she represents outstanding value and a true turn-key opportunity for her next owner.

Ready for inspection — and ready for her next adventure.