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$69,000 CAD
+16 moreMakeFraser
Model42
Year1974
Length12.8m3.7m beam
FuelDiesel379L tank
Cabins2
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About this vessel
A proven offshore cruiser with an impressive history, Distant Star is a 1974 Fraser 42 built by the Dekleer Brothers in Richmond, BC. Known for their capable design and seaworthiness, these boats have carried sailors across oceans with confidence.
Previously used as a weather boat for the Vic-Maui race and more recently sailed by a family of five on a year-long voyage from Vancouver to Mexico and back in 2024/25, Distant Star has benefited from significant recent upgrades. The cutter rig, solid construction, and practical layout make it a reliable and comfortable choice for coastal cruising or extended offshore passages.
Currently moored in Ladysmith, BC, the vessel comes with a 55-foot slip that may be transferable.
Specifications
The details
Vessel
MakeFraser
Model42
Year1974
Dimensions
Length overall12.8m
Beam3.7m
Draft1.8m
Accommodation
Cabins2
Heads1
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeBeta Marine
Engine model43
Engine count1
Engine hours2,800
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel tankage379L
Features
On board
Cutter rig
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