The Bavaria C42 represents a significant pivot in the design philosophy of Bavaria Yachts, marking a departure from the traditional hull shapes of the previous Cruiser line toward a more aggressive, performance-oriented aesthetic. Launched in 2020 and designed by Maurizio Cossutti of Cossutti Yacht Design, the C42 was engineered to maximize internal volume without sacrificing the sailing characteristics typically found in Italian-designed hulls. The model was a critical success, securing the prestigious title of European Yacht of the Year 2021 in the Family Cruiser category. Its defining features are the "Bavaria V-shape" bow and distinctive hard chines that run from the midships to the transom, a combination intended to provide both stability and a spacious forward cabin.
Bavaria C42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bavaria
- Model
- C42
- Builder
- Bavaria Yachts (GER)
- Designer
- Cossutti Yacht Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2020 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $323,970 |
| Feb 2025 | 2 | $335,633 |
| Mar 2025 | 2 | $387,624 |
| Apr 2025 | 5 | $270,440 |
| May 2025 | 2 | $267,423 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $399,500 |
| Jul 2025 | 3 | $293,340 |
| Aug 2025 | 3 | $395,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 13 | $332,217 |
| Oct 2025 | 6 | $327,505 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $252,697 |
| Dec 2025 | 6 | $351,655 |
| Jan 2026 | 5 | $282,149 |
| Feb 2026 | 5 | $341,642 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $308,950 |
| Apr 2026 | 31 | $348,710 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
12.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 5.0% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Yachts C42 | $332,217 | 82 | 38 | |
| Bavaria Yachts C45 | 47.34' | $346,754 | 60 | 19 |
| Bavaria Yachts C38 | 37.34' | $282,975 | 51 | 25 |
| Bavaria 42 | 43.96' | $94,246 | 41 | 13 |
| Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 41 | 40.52' | $163,787 | 40 | 14 |
| Bavaria 41 | 42.08' | $105,909 | 35 | 16 |
| Bavaria Vision 42 | 41.99' | $280,000 | 31 | 9 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 42 | 42.62' | $105,968 | 21 | 11 |
| Dehler 42 | 42.13' | $338,146 | 16 | 4 |
| Palmer Johnson J/42 | 42' | $136,950 | 14 | 3 |
| Bavaria Yachts C46 | 47.57' | $630,270 | 11 | 5 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | $348,710 | 17 | 12 |
| Croatia | $249,752 | 14 | 8 |
| Italy | $293,340 | 9 | 5 |
| United States | $395,000 | 9 | 4 |
| United Kingdom | $368,955 | 8 | 3 |
| Greece | $259,176 | 5 | 0 |
| Turkey | $314,270 | 5 | 0 |
| Germany | $330,299 | 4 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $375,806 | 4 | 0 |
| France | $494,791 | 2 | 2 |
| Canada | $539,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Denmark | $408,303 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bavaria C42 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bavaria C42 over the past 12 months is $332,217. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bavaria C42 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 82 Bavaria C42 listings over the past 12 months, with 38 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Bavaria C42 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Bavaria C42 has increased by 3.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bavaria C42?
- Croatia currently has the lowest median asking price at $249,752, while Canada is the most expensive at $539,000 — a 116% difference.
- Do Bavaria C42 listings get price reductions?
- About 12% of Bavaria C42 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 5.0% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bavaria C42?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts C45, Bavaria Yachts C38, Bavaria 42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.