The Spanker 42 is a robust, offshore-capable cruiser born from the collaboration between the legendary British builder Southern Ocean Shipyard Ltd. and the innovative design office of Van de Stadt Design. While Southern Ocean Shipyard is perhaps most famous for the pioneering Gallant 53 and the massive Ocean 71, the Spanker 42 represents a more focused application of E.G. van de Stadt’s "fast cruiser" philosophy. Built during an era when Southern Ocean Shipyard was transitioning to high-specification glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) construction, the Spanker 42 was engineered to meet or exceed Lloyd’s standards, ensuring a hull of immense structural integrity. This model is often identified by its distinctive hull lines—a hallmark of Van de Stadt’s influence—which aim to balance the displacement required for blue-water voyaging with a hull shape that remains efficient in a variety of sea states.
Spanker 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Spanker
- Model
- 42
- Builder
- Southern Ocean Shipyard
- Designer
- E. G. van de Stadt
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $58,904 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavour 42 | 42.25' | $51,663 | 32 | 11 |
| Tayana Vancouver 42 | 41.75' | $106,330 | 30 | 7 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 42 | 42.62' | $105,968 | 21 | 11 |
| Valiant 42 | 42' | $299,999 | 14 | 9 |
| Palmer Johnson J/42 | 42' | $136,950 | 14 | 3 |
| Hinckley Sou'wester 42/43 | 42.75' | $259,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Moody 42 | 41.79' | $66,102 | 8 | 3 |
| Bavaria Yachts 42 Ocean | 43.96' | $114,273 | 8 | 3 |
| Van de Stadt 44 | 44.33' | $117,690 | 7 | 4 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 | 41.01' | $93,068 | 7 | 2 |
| Van de Stadt 42 | $58,904 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | $58,904 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Spanker 42 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Spanker 42 over the past 12 months is $58,904. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Spanker 42 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Spanker 42 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Spanker 42 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Spanker 42 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Spanker 42?
- Comparable models include the Endeavour 42, Tayana Vancouver 42, Bavaria Cruiser 42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.