Moody 42 (Dixon) Sailboats for Sale

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Hull Type
fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
42.17' · 12.85 m

The Moody 42, designed by Bill Dixon and launched in the late 1990s, represents a significant evolution in the lineage of British centercockpit cruisers. Built by Marine Projects in Plymouth, England, this model was the successor to the longrunning Primrosedesigned Moody 422 and 425. Dixon’s interpretation brought a more contemporary hull shape, increased internal volume, and a more integrated deck profile to the brand. Primarily engineered for longdistance passagemaking and liveaboard comfort, the Moody 42 Dixon is recognized for its robust construction and "Category A" Ocean rating. Unlike its predecessors, which featured more traditional overhangs, the Dixon 42 utilized a longer waterline and a more vertical stem to improve hull speed and interior accommodation.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 149,900
Asking price · 15 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
15 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-48.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
United States (64.3%) · United Kingdom (21.4%) · Malaysia (14.3%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Moody 42 (Dixon) listings appear across 3 countries. United States has the most listings with 9 (64.3%), followed by United Kingdom and Malaysia.

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

Country view

14 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 149,9009064.3%
United Kingdom$ 52,5693021.4%
Malaysia$ 78,0002214.3%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

9 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Moody 42541.67'$ 87,6164220
Moody 5453.92'$ 514,362323
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.241.99'$ 77,812252
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999173
Moody 42 (Dixon)You are here$ 149,900153
Moody 4241.79'$ 64,181142
Moody 47-246.5'$ 241,161145
Rustler 4242'$ 471,102101
Comfortina 4242.19'$ 196,53380

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Moody 42 (Dixon) cost?+
The median asking price for a used Moody 42 (Dixon) over the past 12 months is $149,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Moody 42 (Dixon) sailboats are for sale?+
3 Moody 42 (Dixon) listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 15 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Moody 42 (Dixon) prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Moody 42 (Dixon) is down 48.0% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Moody 42 (Dixon) sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Moody 42 (Dixon) listings over the past 12 months are United States (64.3%), United Kingdom (21.4%), Malaysia (14.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Moody 42 (Dixon)?+
Comparable models include Moody 425, Moody 54, Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.