Catalina 42 Mk II Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Gerry Douglas·1995·~300 hulls·Catalina Yachts
Catalina 42 Mk II drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
41.86' · 12.76 m
Displ.
20,500 lbs · 9,299 kg
First year
1995

The Catalina 42 Mk II represents one of the most successful production runs in American yachting history, evolving from the original 1988 design to become a benchmark for the coastal cruising category. Launched in the mid1990s as a refinement of the Mark I, the Mk II transitioned the model from a traditional flat transom to a contemporary "sugar scoop" integrated swim platform, while retaining the hull's reputation for predictable handling. Designed by the inhouse team led by Frank Butler and Gerry Douglas, the 42 Mk II was built to satisfy the "middleoftheroad" sailor—someone who prioritizes interior volume and ease of maintenance without sacrificing the ability to make offshore passages. As noted in a retrospective by Cruising World, the model’s longevity is a testament to its structural balance and the manufacturer's ability to iterate on a proven hull.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 135,000
Ask, not sold · 107 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
34
107 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-9.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
8
United States (84.3%) · Canada (3.9%) · Mexico (3.9%)

Recent Listings

70 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Catalina 42 Mk II listings span 8 countries. United States leads with 86 listings (84.3%), followed by Canada and Mexico.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

102 listings · 8 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 132,250862584.3%
Canada$ 164,163413.9%
Mexico$ 119,500413.9%
Australia$ 161,102322.9%
Netherlands$ 174,363202.0%
Germany$ 83,750101.0%
Spain$ 151,216101.0%
Grenada$ 119,900101.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Catalina 36 Mk II36.33'$ 69,50020496
Catalina 3636.33'$ 35,95017865
Catalina 3434.5'$ 34,50013164
Catalina 42 Mk IIYou are here$ 135,00010734
Catalina 4241.86'$ 84,50010149
Catalina 34 Mk II34.5'$ 59,0006125
Catalina 30 Mk II29.92'$ 20,0005012
Catalina 40040.5'$ 99,0004713
Catalina 400 Mk II41.5'$ 144,8504420
Bavaria Cruiser 4242.62'$ 110,7543222
Catalina 42643.5'$ 557,85387

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Catalina 42 Mk II cost?+
The median asking price for a used Catalina 42 Mk II over the past 12 months is $135,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Catalina 42 Mk II sailboats are for sale?+
34 Catalina 42 Mk II listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 107 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Catalina 42 Mk II prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Catalina 42 Mk II has decreased by 9.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Catalina 42 Mk II sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Catalina 42 Mk II listings over the past 12 months are United States (84.3%), Canada (3.9%), Mexico (3.9%).
05Do Catalina 42 Mk II listings get price reductions?+
About 17% of Catalina 42 Mk II listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 19.7% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Catalina 42 Mk II?+
Comparable models include Catalina 36 Mk II, Catalina 36, Catalina 34. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.