1961 Hinckley Bermuda 40

For those who know Hinckley Yachts, the Hinckley Bermuda 40 needs little introduction. Designed by William H. Tripp Jr., the B40 is widely regarded as one of the most successful American racer-cruisers ever built—combining CCA-era elegance with genuine offshore capability and the kind of craftsmanship that defined Hinckley’s reputation. Over 200 were built across three decades, but early Mk I boats like Sabrina represent the original, purist execution of the design.What sets the original B40 apart—and why knowledgeable buyers seek them out—is the balance of simplicity and authenticity. These early boats predate later production changes and retain the straightforward construction, clean deck layouts, and classic proportions that made the design iconic. You’re getting the boat as it was originally conceived: long overhangs, moderate beam, and a true long keel/centerboard configuration that delivers both shoal-water access and offshore tracking ability.Under sail, the Bermuda 40 has always been about feel rather than raw numbers. She is not a modern fin-keel flyer—and that’s exactly the point. The heavier displacement hull and centerboard configuration produce a notably seakindly motion and excellent directional stability, particularly off the wind where the boat comes into its own. The yawl rig, often overlooked by newer sailors, is a defining feature: it allows precise sail balance, reduces helm load, and offers flexibility in heavy weather or passagemaking. Owners consistently note how easily the boat can be trimmed to sail herself on a reach.Sabrina incorporates these core design attributes along with a series of updates aimed at improving usability and reliability. Repowered in 2019 with a Beta Marine diesel (approximately 1,116 hours), and upgraded with modern electrical components including lithium batteries, solar, and a Victron inverter/controller (2025), she reflects ongoing investment in key systems. Combined with recent cosmetic work and ongoing maintenance, she presents as a functional and updated example of a well-established classic cruising design. For the right buyer, this isn’t a comparison against modern production boats. It’s a different category entirely—a chance to own a foundational piece of American yacht design, executed the way Hinckley originally intended.Highlights:2019 Repowered Beta Marine Diesel (1116 hours)New LiPo Batteries (Nov/Dec 2025)New Victron inverter/controller (Nov/Dec 2025)New solar panels (2x200 watts) (Nov/Dec 2025)Center Board exercised monthly and in good working order (videos of centerboard up and down available)New antiskid and Deck paint (Summer 2025)New sail covers (main and mizzen) in October 2024All exterior teak varnished  MechanicalBeta Marine Diesel K410454 Cyl, 38 HPRe-power in 2019 with only 1116 hoursThe tank was drained, scrubbed inside and new vent installed upon re-powerFresh water coolingKanzaki Marine gearAll through hulls have been replaced with re-power in 2019 Stuffing box inspected and serviced in 2019New Centek Vernalift Wet Exhaust Muffler (Oct 2024) DeckPrimary Winches – 2 each ANDERSON 50, two speed2 each 28 Secondary Winches 28 – Trunk Mounted. 2 each Harken 32 & 1 each small winch on Mizzen for HalyardsMast Winches – 2 ea. Barient # 17 (10) Chrome plated cleatsBow and stern pulpitsLifelines - Double vinyl coated cableTwo side boarding gates.Full enclosure bimini top & dodger on stainless steel framesFresh water wash downDorade boxes 2 Ground tackleMantus 65 lb. anchor, 5/16’ x 200’ all chain rodeSpare anchor 20ft of chain and rode around 200ftWindlass – Maxwell 2200, 12 v., controls on the bow & the cockpit RiggingStanding rigging replaced in 2004Garhauer traveler added in 2018Running rigging good conditionMain and Mizzen Mast new in 2005New main mast boom (4 ft shorter to accommodate Bimini), Old boom still avail.Spinnaker poleRetractable lazy jacks SailsMainsail – Heavy Dacron, full battens, 2-reefs (Precision Sails new in 2019)Genoa – (135%) Dacron on roller furling, new condition (Precision Sails new in 2019)Genoa – (150%) Dacron in bagMizzen – Dacron, servicableSpinnaker – Asymmetrical in the bag, good conditionElectronics/ElectricalDepth finder – (2) Simrad IS15VHF – Standard Horizon Intrepid with Command MIC at helmAutopilot - CPT new in 2021Autopilot – Simrad AP-20 hydraulic currently not in use due to small leakRadar – Furuno Nav Net C-Map NTGPS/Chart Plotter – GarminSpeed – (2) Simrad IS15Stereo – Clarion M-303 AM/FM/CD/SatTV – Visio Flat screen in v-berth and one in the salon3x brand new LiTime LiPo Batteries 12.8V 165Ah Nov/Dec 2025 (old set up was 2 battery banks, 3x 31 series AGM in vberth and 3x 31 series AGM in starboard cockpit locker)New Victron Energy MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-50 120V (UL) monitor (Nov/Dec 2025)New solar 2x200 watt (Nov/Dec 2025)Wind GeneratorDometic Reverse Cycle Cooling/Heating, ducted through salon and V-Berth, 1600 BTU, in soundproof casingComplete rewire in 2005 at Lamb's Yacht Center in Jacksonville OtherLast bottom paint in October 2023 (Pettit Odyssey Triton Red)3 blade bronze propCockpit cushionsV-berth privacy door in storageGalleyThe galley is equipped with a Heritage (3) burner LPG cooking stove with oven that is built in and gimbaled. A double s.s. sink with pressure hot & cold water and a (new) Sea Frost (12 v can be air or water cooled) in the counter cold plate refrigerator/freezer complete the Galley. There are two propane tanks w/ solenoid valves installed in the aft propane locker.  Wet HeadThe forward head is equipped with a sink, shower wand and Raritan electric fresh water flush toilet (new in 2021).DimensionsLength Overall 40.75ftMinimum draft 4.2ftFreeboard 8.75ftBeam 11.75ftBridge clearance 47ftLength at Waterline 28.83ftTankageFresh Water Tank 2 X 55 Gal Fuel Tank 1 X 48 Gal Holding Tank 1 X 15 Gal DisclaimerThe company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.