Feeling 1040

For Sale: 1987 Feeling 1040 | Philippe Harlé Design | Volvo 2003 Shaft Drive Diesel | Modern B&G Navigation Suite

A Proven Cruiser Combining French Design Excellence with Modern Navigation Technology

Designed by the renowned French naval architect Philippe Harlé and built by the respected Kirie shipyard, the Feeling 1040 has earned a loyal following among cruising sailors for her impressive blend of seaworthiness, sailing performance and remarkably spacious accommodation.

Whether you’re planning relaxed coastal cruising, extended family holidays or longer offshore passages, the Feeling 1040 offers a reassuring combination of capable sailing characteristics and practical onboard comfort.

This particular example stands apart thanks to a comprehensive upgrade of her navigation equipment, providing her next owner with many of the benefits of a far newer yacht.

Designed to Inspire Confidence

Philippe Harlé’s designs are respected throughout Europe for producing yachts that are comfortable, forgiving and rewarding to sail.

The Feeling 1040 delivers:

Responsive and balanced sailing performance

Easy handling for short-handed crews

Comfortable cruising characteristics

Spacious and practical accommodation

Proven offshore capability

A yacht equally suited to experienced sailors and those looking to progress into larger cruising yachts.

Modern Navigation Equipment

One of the standout features of this yacht is her impressive suite of recently upgraded navigation electronics, providing outstanding functionality for coastal and offshore cruising.

Highlights include:

B&G Zeus³S 9″ GPS/Chartplotter/Depth Display (Cockpit) – 2023

B&G Vulcan 7R GPS/Chartplotter/Depth Display (Navigation Station)

Raymarine Autopilot – 2024

B&G V60-B DSC VHF Radio with Integrated AIS – 2024

This modern navigation package represents a significant investment and offers capability rarely found aboard cruising yachts of this age.

Reliable Volvo Diesel Power

Power is provided by the proven Volvo Penta 2003 (28hp) diesel engine, driving through a dependable shaft drive installation.

Benefits include:

Volvo Penta reliability

Economical cruising

Simple shaft drive arrangement

Engine serviced in 2026

A trusted propulsion package that continues to be highly regarded by cruising sailors.

Please note: This vessel is not lying at Brighton Marina.

The Feeling 1040 continues to enjoy an excellent reputation as one of Philippe Harlé’s most successful cruising designs. Combined with her modern navigation electronics and dependable Volvo diesel engine, this represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a capable cruising yacht that’s ready to be enjoyed.