1975 Valiant 40 "SALISH SEA": A Bluewater Classic in Beautiful Mazatlán, Mexico
Meet SALISH SEA, a timeless 1975 Valiant 40, one of the most iconic bluewater cruisers ever built. Designed by legendary naval architect Bob Perry, the Valiant 40 redefined offshore performance when it launched in 1973. With its perfect balance of speed, strength, and sea-kindliness, this design has earned a lasting reputation as one of the best ocean-going hulls of all time.
If you're looking for a true ocean voyager, proven, well-maintained, and ready for adventure, SALISH SEA is your chance to own a piece of sailing history. Whether you're dreaming of extended coastal cruising or ambitious offshore passages, this vessel delivers both performance and comfort in equal measure.
Currently located in Mazatlán, on the edge of the Sea of Cortez, SALISH SEA is already in one of Mexico’s premier cruising hubs. Known as the "Pearl of the Pacific," Mazatlán blends historic colonial charm with modern amenities, featuring two full-service marinas, vibrant cultural life, and over 20 kilometers of golden beaches.
Let our team of Mexico yacht experts show you how simple and rewarding yacht ownership can be. Start your cruising journey today with SALISH SEA, a legendary boat in an unbeatable location!
For over a decade Maztlán’s renewal program has breathed new life to “The Pearl of The Pacific” and the effort is showing new luster. The result is something truly special: two full-service marinas within a touristic zone just next to a restored historic resplendent colonial district only a short walk from a 20km-long crescent of sandy beach. The perfect for cruising adventure.
Mazatlán, Sinaloa, MexicoThe 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.
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Upon descending the companionway steps, you are greeted with a rich dark teak interior with galley to port and nav station to starboard. Aft of the nav station is a double berth. Forward is a salon with plush brown seating to both port and starboard flanking a dining table with drop leaves. The salon leads to a comfortable vee berth flanked by a head to port and hanging locker to starboard.
The 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.