Tayana V42

San Diego, CA, United States198612.73m
Asking Price
$130,000 USD
MakeTayana
ModelV42
Year1986
Length12.73m3.81m beam
FuelDiesel454L tank
Cabins2

Overview

About this vessel

Presented here is a classic, robust offshore yacht built for long-haul adventures 6 the Tayana V42. With deep-sea provenance, a centre cockpit layout for added safety and comfort underway, and the trusted build quality of Tayana, this vessel is ready to deliver your next passage or live-aboard lifestyle.

Her cutter-rigged fine hull, full-featured systems, and comfortable interior make her ideal for serious cruising couples or shorthanded sailing into remote destinations. All lines lead aft into the cockpit, giving surge protection and safe control when you 9re miles from shore.

This 1988 Tayana V42 is ideal for the owner who demands long-haul capability without sacrificing comfort at anchor. With a centre cockpit arrangement, teak interior and the reputation of the Tayana build, she offers:

  • Peace of mind offshore 6 the design has proven itself in oceans around the world.
  • Comfort at home 6 roomy cabins, well-equipped galley, quality joinery for live-aboard comfort.
  • Ease of handling 6 cutter rig and cockpit-led controls make her manageable by a couple.
  • Ready to go 6 depending on which upgrades have been done, she may be mains-ready for extended cruising.

Specifications

The details

Vessel
MakeTayana
ModelV42
Year1986
Dimensions
Length overall12.73m
Beam3.81m
Draft1.77m
Accommodation
Cabins2
Heads2
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeYanmar
Engine model4 cylinder
Engine count1
Drive typeShaft-Drive
Engine hours870
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel tankage454L

Features

On board

Centre-cockpit configuration provides an aft cabin and dedicated owners 9 berth 6 ideal for long-term live-aboard comfort.
Spacious saloon with U-shaped settee, teak joinery throughout giving a warm, classic feel.
Fully equipped galley with dual refrigerators/freezers, gimballed stove/oven, double sinks, and generous storage.
Two (or more) cabins: forward guest/crew cabin, aft owner 9s cabin, plus two heads/showers (depending on the individual boat 9s configuration).
All cockpit control lines (halyards, reefing, furling) routed aft 6 suited for shorthanded offshore sailing.
Teak decks, generous cockpit coamings, and robust deck gear making this boat both beautiful and practical.
Reliable diesel inboard engine (commonly Yanmar 40 660 hp) with shaft-drive and bronze propeller.
Large fuel & water tanks (typical: ~120 gal fuel / ~150 gal water, though many boats upgraded).
Solar panels, wind generator, strong battery banks (many boats upgraded for cruising autonomy).
Recent electronics upgrades: chartplotter, AIS, radar, autopilot 6 appropriate for offshore navigation.
Safety equipment for offshore passages: liferaft, EPIRB, jack-lines, drogue/sea-anchor.
Durable construction: solid fiberglass hull, skeg-hung rudder, proven in heavy seas.
Engine make/model & hours:870
Recent major refits: Solar, inverter, watermaper, Simrad GPS ect
Sail inventory: main, genoa and cutter
Electronics:simrad
Safety & offshore gear: Dinghy
Bottom/keel/rig history : GOOD

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