Swanson 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Ron Swanson·1974·Swanson Brothers
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Cutter
LOA
41.99' · 12.8 m
Displ.
30,865 lbs · 14,000 kg
First year
1974

The Swanson 42 stands as the definitive expression of the Swanson Brothers’ design philosophy: a rugged, doubleended "sea warrior" built to withstand the rigorous conditions of the Bass Strait and the Southern Ocean. Designed by Ron Swanson and produced in Sydney, Australia, during the 1970s and 80s, the 42 is a heavydisplacement, fullkeel cruiser that prioritizes ultimate seaworthiness and directional stability over lightair speed. Its iconic canoe stern is not merely a stylistic choice but a functional design element intended to part following seas and prevent the boat from being "shunted" off course by large swells. While many contemporary designs from that era have faded into obscurity, the Swanson 42 remains a coveted vessel for "bluewater" purists who value a boat that can be steered with one finger while the gale howls outside.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 45,726
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-8.2%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Australia (50.0%) · United States (50.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Swanson 42 listings span 2 countries. Australia leads with 2 listings (50.0%), followed by United States.

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Australia$ 116,1052050.0%
United States$ 42,0002250.0%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Vancouver Vancouver 4241.75'$ 122,9954724
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999176
Moody 42 (Dixon)$ 149,900157
Moody 4241.79'$ 65,884138
Hinckley Sou'wester 42/4342.75'$ 259,000122
Robertson and Caine 42 / Moorings 420041.57'$ 650,388115
Westsail 4242.92'$ 59,000106
Rustler 4242'$ 470,290106
Comfortina 4242.19'$ 199,82984
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 4241.01'$ 91,91572
Swanson 42You are here$ 45,72642

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Swanson 42 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Swanson 42 over the past 12 months is $45,726. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Swanson 42 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Swanson 42 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Swanson 42 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Swanson 42 has decreased by 8.2% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Swanson 42 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Swanson 42 listings over the past 12 months are Australia (50.0%), United States (50.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Swanson 42?+
Comparable models include Vancouver Vancouver 42, Valiant 42, Moody 42 (Dixon). See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.