The Moody 42, introduced in the late 1990s as a successor to the legendary 422 and 425 series, represents the pinnacle of Bill Dixon’s center-cockpit design philosophy for the British yard. Built by Marine Projects in Plymouth, this vessel was engineered to bridge the gap between coastal cruising and serious blue-water voyaging. Unlike many of its contemporaries that favored light-displacement hull forms for speed, the Moody 42 maintained a substantial displacement-to-length ratio, signaling its intent as a stable, long-distance passage maker. Its arrival marked a transition toward more contemporary styling—notably the integrated "sugar scoop" transom—while retaining the robust scantlings and high-quality joinery that established Moody’s reputation.
Moody 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Moody
- Model
- 42
- Builder
- Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)
- Designer
- Angus Primrose
- Number Built
- 54
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1981
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $58,858 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $153,031 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $66,256 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $62,557 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moody 425 | 41.67' | $92,996 | 20 | 13 |
| Moody 37 | 37' | $67,541 | 12 | 3 |
| Moody 34 | 33.42' | $42,593 | 11 | 5 |
| Moody 42 (Dixon) | $135,000 | 9 | 2 | |
| Moody 40 | 39.5' | $88,287 | 9 | 5 |
| Moody 422 | 40.67' | $70,041 | 9 | 3 |
| Moody 47-2 | 46.5' | $155,000 | 9 | 4 |
| Moody 333 | 33' | $27,025 | 8 | 6 |
| Moody 39 | 38.58' | $60,171 | 6 | 1 |
| Moody 42 | $66,256 | 5 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | $58,858 | 2 | 1 |
| United Kingdom | $66,256 | 2 | 2 |
| France | $153,031 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Moody 42 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Moody 42 over the past 12 months is $66,256. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Moody 42 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Moody 42 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Moody 42 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Moody 42 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Moody 42?
- Spain currently has the lowest median asking price at $58,858, while France is the most expensive at $153,031 — a 160% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Moody 42?
- Comparable models include the Moody 425, Moody 37, Moody 34. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.