The Niagara 42 stands as the flagship of the Hinterhoeller fleet, representing the ultimate evolution of the collaboration between Canadian builder George Hinterhoeller and American designer Mark Ellis. Introduced in the early 1980s as a larger, more sophisticated sibling to the legendary Niagara 35, the 42-foot model was conceived for long-range blue-water cruising without sacrificing the nimble handling and aesthetic grace Hinterhoeller was known for. Built in St. Catharines, Ontario, the vessel embodies a "belt and suspenders" approach to construction, featuring a hand-laid fiberglass hull and a robust internal grid system designed to withstand the rigors of the North Atlantic. While less numerous than the ubiquitous Niagara 35, the 42 is widely regarded by offshore sailors as a premier example of a "performance cruiser" from the golden era of Canadian fiberglass boatbuilding.
Niagara 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Niagara
- Model
- 42
- Builder
- Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd.
- Designer
- Mark Ellis Design/Hinterhoeller
- Number Built
- 20
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - ??
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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 | $106,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Cruiser 42 | 42.62' | $105,935 | 21 | 11 |
| Niagara 35 | 35.08' | $37,500 | 14 | 0 |
| Beneteau First 42 | 42.92' | $49,700 | 14 | 3 |
| Palmer Johnson J/42 | 42' | $136,950 | 14 | 3 |
| Valiant 42 | 42' | $299,999 | 14 | 9 |
| Sabre 42 | 41.75' | $109,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Robertson and Caine 42 / Moorings 4200 | 41.57' | $658,669 | 10 | 8 |
| Hinterhoeller Niagara 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 7 | 1 |
| Comfortina 42 | 42.19' | $206,098 | 7 | 3 |
| Baltic 42 | 42.43' | $84,500 | 6 | 3 |
| Hinterhoeller 42 | $106,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $106,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Niagara 42 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Niagara 42 over the past 12 months is $106,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Niagara 42 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Niagara 42 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Niagara 42?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Cruiser 42, Niagara 35, Beneteau First 42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.