Koopmans 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Approximate drawing

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LOA
40.98' · 12.49 m

The Koopmans 42 is a quintessential representative of Dutch bluewater yacht design, embodying the philosophy of Dick Koopmans Sr. and Jr., whose work is synonymous with seaworthiness, heavyweather capability, and timeless aesthetics. Unlike massproduced GRP cruisers, the Koopmans 42 is typically a semicustom or custom build, frequently constructed in aluminum or steel by esteemed yards such as Aluboot or Folmer. These vessels are designed for serious longdistance voyaging, often featuring a deep Vshaped hull, a substantial displacementtolength ratio, and a protected cockpit. The design has evolved over several decades, with the "42" designation often referring to a specific hull length that balances manageable shorthanded sailing with enough volume for extended liveaboard comfort. The Koopmans Design office characterizes these boats by their moderate beam and high ballast ratio, ensuring a high limit of positive stability essential for highlatitude exploration.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 68,629
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
Netherlands (100.0%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Koopmans 42 listings span 1 country. Netherlands leads with 4 listings.

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Netherlands$ 68,62943100.0%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Vancouver Vancouver 4241.75'$ 122,9954724
Pilothouse 4242.65'$ 267,535218
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999176
Victoire 104434.25'$ 75,608157
Moody 4241.79'$ 65,884138
Westsail 4242.92'$ 59,000106
Rustler 4242'$ 470,118106
Comfortina 4242.19'$ 199,77984
Koopmans 3636.75'$ 60,48663
Koopmans 42You are here$ 68,62943

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Koopmans 42 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Koopmans 42 over the past 12 months is $68,629. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Koopmans 42 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Koopmans 42 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Koopmans 42 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Koopmans 42 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Koopmans 42 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Koopmans 42 listings over the past 12 months are Netherlands (100.0%).
05Do Koopmans 42 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Koopmans 42 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 25.3% 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 Koopmans 42?+
Comparable models include Vancouver Vancouver 42, Pilothouse 42, Valiant 42. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.