Hylas 42 Sailboats for Sale

German Frers·1985 – 1990·~22 hulls·Hylas Yachts USA
Hylas 42 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
42.08' · 12.83 m
Disp.
17,600 lbs · 7,983 kg
First year
1985

The Hylas 42 is a sophisticated aftcockpit performance cruiser that represents a pivotal era for the Queen Long Marine shipyard. Designed by the legendary Germán Frers and introduced in the mid1980s, the 42 was a departure from the heavier, more traditional centercockpit designs like the Stevens 47 that initially established the brand's reputation. While Hylas is now widely associated with expansive centercockpit blue water cruisers, the 42 was conceived as a "sailor’s boat," prioritizing a sleek profile, a lower center of gravity, and the responsive handling characteristic of Frers’ contemporary racing and performancetouring designs. This model played a crucial role in transitioning the shipyard from a contract builder for the Stevens brand into a standalone marquee known for semicustom luxury, as detailed in the history of Hylas Yachts.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 87,225
Asking price · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-8.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Grenada (50.0%) · United States (50.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hylas 42 listings appear across 2 countries. Grenada has the most listings with 3 (50.0%), followed by United States.

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

Country view

6 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Grenada$ 79,0003250.0%
United States$ 94,5003150.0%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

8 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
First First 4242.92'$ 49,500208
Palmer Johnson J/4242'$ 151,950184
Sabre 4241.75'$ 99,900153
Tartan 4242'$ 89,000139
Hylas 5151'$ 178,00083
Hylas 42You are here$ 87,22563
Morgan 42-242'$ 21,50063
Baltic 4242.43'$ 69,50051

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hylas 42 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hylas 42 over the past 12 months is $87,225. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hylas 42 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Hylas 42 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hylas 42 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hylas 42 is down 8.3% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Hylas 42 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hylas 42 listings over the past 12 months are Grenada (50.0%), United States (50.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Hylas 42?+
Comparable models include First First 42, Palmer Johnson J/42, Sabre 42. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.