Endeavour 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Johan Valentijn·1985 – 1991·~100 hulls·Endeavour Yacht Corp.
Endeavour 42 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
42.25' · 12.88 m
Displ.
25,000 lbs · 11,340 kg
First year
1985

The Endeavour 42 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Endeavour Yacht Corporation, marking the transition from the "Florida boat" traditionalism of the 1970s to the more performanceoriented, designerled philosophy of the mid1980s. Launched in 1985, the Endeavour 42 was the fruit of a collaboration with worldrenowned naval architect Johan Valentijn, famous for his work on America’s Cup contenders like Liberty. Unlike its predecessor, the Endeavour 40, which prioritized volume above all else, the 42 was designed to balance the brand’s signature interior commodiousness with improved hull efficiency and a more modern aesthetic. Built in Largo, Florida, the model saw a healthy production run through 1991, appealing primarily to coastal cruisers and liveaboards who sought a centercockpit layout that didn't sacrifice sailing dignity for cabin space.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 53,186
Ask, not sold · 39 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
22
39 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+63.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United States (80.6%) · Canada (8.3%) · United Kingdom (5.6%)

Recent Listings

27 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Endeavour 42 listings span 4 countries. United States leads with 29 listings (80.6%), followed by Canada and United Kingdom.

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

Country breakdown

36 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 49,900291380.6%
Canada$ 101,142338.3%
United Kingdom$ 53,186215.6%
Guatemala$ 25,000225.6%

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
Endeavour Yachts 42You are here$ 53,1863922
Bavaria Cruiser 4242.62'$ 110,8083222
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.241.99'$ 80,310299
Endeavour 3333'$ 20,000192
Endeavour 3737'$ 30,000156
Endeavour 3535.42'$ 35,000137
Moody 4241.79'$ 65,884138
Hinckley Sou'wester 42/4342.75'$ 259,000122
Endeavour 5151'$ 119,00095
Endeavour 3232'$ 20,00081
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 4241.01'$ 91,91572

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Endeavour 42 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Endeavour 42 over the past 12 months is $53,186. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Endeavour 42 sailboats are for sale?+
22 Endeavour 42 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 39 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Endeavour 42 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Endeavour 42 has increased by 63.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Endeavour 42 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Endeavour 42 listings over the past 12 months are United States (80.6%), Canada (8.3%), United Kingdom (5.6%).
05Do Endeavour 42 listings get price reductions?+
About 11% of Endeavour 42 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 26.4% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Endeavour 42?+
Comparable models include Bavaria Cruiser 42, Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2, Endeavour 33. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.