Bavaria Cruiser 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bavaria Cruiser 42 Drawing
Make
Bavaria
Model
Cruiser 42
Builder
Bavaria Yachts
Designer
J&J Design
Number Built
Production Year(s)
2004 - 2008

The Bavaria Cruiser 42 represents a pivotal era for the Giebelstadt-based shipyard, emerging in the mid-2000s as a successor to the popular Bavaria 41. Designed by J&J Design, this model solidified Bavaria's reputation for high-volume production efficiency without sacrificing the structural integrity required for serious offshore cruising. It was conceived during a period when Bavaria sought to bridge the gap between the utilitarian charter market and the increasingly demanding private owner market. The Cruiser 42 is characterized by its significant beam carried well aft and a high-freeboard hull that prioritizes internal volume and safety. Often praised for its straightforward systems and robust hardware, the model remains a staple in the secondary market for families seeking a predictable, spacious platform for Mediterranean or Caribbean passages.

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Market Overview

$105,968
Median Asking Price (past 12 months)
21
Listings Tracked (past 12 months)
11
New Listings (90 days)
+2.28%
3-Month Price Trend

Price & Volume Trends

Monthly breakdown
Monthly listing counts and median asking price for the Bavaria Cruiser 42
MonthListingsMedian Asking Price (USD)
May 20251$76,575
Aug 20251$88,356
Sep 20253$100,136
Jan 20266$129,925
Mar 20263$138,302
Apr 20267$105,968

Median Price by Country

Listings by Country

Comparable Models to Bavaria Cruiser 42
ModelLOAMedian Price (USD)ListingsRecent
Bavaria Yachts 46 Cruiser46.58' $182,601266113
Bavaria Yachts 37 Cruiser (2006-2008) $117,690215101
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 3939.16' $101,3736731
Bavaria 4040.9' $84,8214721
Bavaria 4243.96' $94,2464113
Bavaria Cruiser 3332.78' $94,2463514
Bavaria Cruiser 42 $105,9682111
Bavaria 4445.7' $135,479188
Bavaria Yachts 43 Cruiser42.98' $135,186108
Bavaria Yachts 42 Ocean43.96' $114,27383
Bavaria Cruiser 3737.07' $234,43752
Bavaria Cruiser 42 Listings by Country
CountryMedian Price (USD)Listings (past 12 months)Recent (90d)
Greece$93,65764
Croatia$100,13651
Australia$135,29331
New Zealand$175,96732
Spain$81,87611
France$105,96811
Italy$129,58811

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a used Bavaria Cruiser 42 cost?
The median asking price for a used Bavaria Cruiser 42 over the past 12 months is $105,968. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
How many Bavaria Cruiser 42 sailboats are for sale?
We have tracked 21 Bavaria Cruiser 42 listings over the past 12 months, with 11 listed within the last 90 days.
Are Bavaria Cruiser 42 prices going up or down?
The median asking price for the Bavaria Cruiser 42 has increased by 2.28% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bavaria Cruiser 42?
Spain currently has the lowest median asking price at $81,876, while New Zealand is the most expensive at $175,967 — a 115% difference.
What are similar sailboats to the Bavaria Cruiser 42?
Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts 46 Cruiser, Bavaria Yachts 37 Cruiser (2006-2008), Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.