Designed by Umberto Felci, the Dufour 390 GL blends performance, comfort, and innovation, making it one of the most desirable 40-foot cruising yachts on the market.
Key Features
Modern Performance Hull – Pronounced chines and wide beam give superb stability, speed, and interior volume.
Effortless Handling – Fractional sloop rig, in-mast furling mainsail, self-tacking jib, and all lines lead aft to the cockpit. Perfect for shorthanded or family sailing.
Spacious, Social Cockpit – One of the largest in her class, with high coamings, folding cockpit table, deep lockers, and drop-down swim platform. Innovative stern BBQ and sink module for true outdoor living.
Light-Filled Interiors – Large hull windows and skylights flood the saloon and cabins with natural light. Retractable shades, blackout blinds, and mosquito screens throughout.
Luxury Accommodation – Two-cabin owner’s version with:
Vast forward cabin with ensuite
Enormous aft double cabin
Convertible saloon plus extra bunk (sleeps up to 7)
Separate shower cubicle – rare in this size range | WC electric aft and manual forward
Smart Storage Solutions – Deep drawers, clever lockers, and a generous port cockpit locker keep the yacht uncluttered.
Proven Build Quality – Hand-laminated GRP hull and vacuum-infused sandwich deck for strength and durability.
Why Choose the Dufour 390 GL?
Responsive & forgiving: praised in reviews for being fun to sail yet easy for newcomers.
Performance with comfort: combines lively sailing characteristics with luxury living spaces.
Versatile design: equally at home on coastal cruises or extended passages.
As-new condition – This privately owned example has been meticulously maintained and upgraded, with only 390 hours on the motor. Why wait? You simply won’t find a better boat in this range on the market today. Factory-fresh models currently carry a minimum 12-month wait time.
Accommodation :
Grand Large 390 Dufour (2022)
This Grand Large 390 Dufour is a superb example of modern yacht design, with accommodation that has been thoughtfully planned for maximum comfort during cruising. Every detail has been considered, and the vessel is presented in as-new condition by her meticulous owners.
Cabins: Two large dedicated cabins (fore and aft) plus a convertible main salon and a single bunk to port, providing berths for up to 7 people. 2 separate Shower/WC, one with Electric WC one with manual.
Forepeak Cabin: Spacious double berth with ensuite shower and manual toilet.
Aft Cabin: Enormous starboard double with a separate shower and electric toilet to port. The shower stall in the two-cabin version is particularly impressive, keeping the WC area dry.
Living Space
A vast interior volume compared to other vessels in this range.
Cleverly designed storage throughout, including deep drawers, clever compartments, and a very generous port cockpit locker.
Overhead skylights flood the interior with natural light and are fitted with bright retracting curtains, blackout blinds, and mosquito screens to hatches.
Galley
Positioned to starboard and fully equipped.
Top, and front-access fridge.
Two-burner gas stove with oven.
Microwave
All appliances in as-new condition.
Notable Features
Intelligent owner upgrades: 12V fridge freezer/extra USB ports/Microwave/New Code Zero Sail
Light, airy interior with excellent ventilation.
Designed for comfortable cruising with practical luxury touches throughout.
Inventory :
Deck & Cockpit
Spacious cockpit with folding table & icebox
Fully fitted cockpit cushions
Teak Cockpit on Seating
Twin composite steering wheels Black
Lewmar Winches x 4
Sprayhood & bimini top with stainless frame
Electric anchor windlass with remote
Hot & cold cockpit shower
Drop-down swim platform with ladder
Integrated aft galley module with Gas BBQ grill & sink
Generous cockpit lockers & storage
Sails & Rig
Fractional sloop rig – all lines lead aft to cockpit
In-mast furling mainsail (Elvstrøm)
Self-tacking furling jib (Elvstrøm)
New Code Zero
Navigation & Electronics
Autopilot system - RAYMARINE
GPS/Chartplotter at helm - RAYMARINEAXIOM
Wind (New anemometer 2025/speed/depth instruments - RAYMARINE
VHF radio - RAYMARINE
Plastimo Compass
LED navigation & interior lighting
Interior & Galley
L-shaped galley to starboard
Two-burner gas stove with oven
Top & front-loading refrigerator
New 12v large fridge freezer
Hot water boiler (approx. 40 L)
Convertible saloon table berth, single to Port
Abundant lockers & clever storage solutions
Accommodation
Forward owner’s cabin with ensuite (manual toilet & shower)
Large aft double cabin
Separate port shower room with adjoining WC (electric)
Bright interior with skylights, blinds & mosquito screens
Comfort & Utilities
220 V shore power with outlets throughout
Cristec Battery charger 12V/25 A
Cristec inverter
Solar panels (2x140W)
House Batteries - 2 EXIDE DUAL AGM 95AH (2024)
Service Batteries - 1EXIDE105AH 12V (2022)
Battery bowthruster - 2EXIDE95AH
12 V & USB sockets
Safety Equipment
Electric & manual bilge pumps
Liferaft
Fire extinguishers
Fenders with new socks & mooring lines
Lifejackets
Holding tanks with pump-out
Cabesto Dinghy as new with electric motor
The Dufour 390 GL two-cabin version is one of the most spacious in her class, with a superb cockpit for entertaining, an outdoor galley with Gas BBQ and sink, a performance-oriented yet easily handled rig, and bright, luxurious interiors. A highly versatile yacht, equally at home on coastal passages or extended cruising. Mechanical :
Sail Away Condition
This Grand Large 390 Dufour is offered in true sail-away condition.
Engine & Saildrive: Only 390 hours, last serviced 2024.
Rig: Fractional sloop rig, designed for easy shorthanded performance sailing. Equipped with a self-tacking furling foresail, making handling simple and efficient.
Sail Inventory:
Mainsail: In-mast furling Elvstrøm (2022)
Genoa: Self-tacking Elvstrøm (2023)
Code S: Brand new (2025)
Renowned for their balance of performance, comfort, and style, the Dufour GL series offers easy sail management, with all lines conveniently handled from the cockpit.