The Sweden Yachts 42 represents the zenith of the Swedish "performance cruiser" archetype, a vessel designed by the prolific duo of Peter Norlin and Jens Östman to balance the contradictory demands of blue-water security and regatta-level speed. Launched in 2002 as a more manageable evolution of the highly successful Sweden Yachts 45, the 42 was aimed squarely at the experienced yachtsman who prioritizes "performance per foot" without sacrificing the hallmark luxury of Scandinavian joinery. According to the manufacturer’s own technical profile, the boat was conceived as a harmonious whole where the hull shape, fractional rig, and ballast ratio work together to produce a yacht that remains fast and stable even when handled shorthanded.
Sweden 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Sweden
- Model
- 42
- Builder
- Sweden Yachts
- Designer
- Peter Norlin/Jens Östmann
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1998 - ??
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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 | $335,646 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $337,980 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $329,530 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden Yachts 45 | 46.42' | $323,785 | 15 | 8 |
| Palmer Johnson J/42 | 42' | $136,950 | 14 | 3 |
| Valiant 42 | 42' | $299,999 | 14 | 9 |
| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $293,249 | 13 | 6 |
| Sabre 42 | 41.75' | $109,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Sweden Yachts 340 | 34' | $64,479 | 10 | 8 |
| Comfortina 42 | 42.19' | $206,098 | 7 | 3 |
| Baltic 42 | 42.43' | $84,500 | 6 | 3 |
| Sweden C34 | 34' | $56,688 | 6 | 2 |
| Sweden Yachts 41 | 41' | $70,772 | 5 | 1 |
| Sweden Yachts 42 | $336,813 | 4 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $337,980 | 3 | 3 |
| Italy | $335,646 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Sweden 42 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Sweden 42 over the past 12 months is $336,813. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Sweden 42 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Sweden 42 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Sweden 42 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Sweden 42 has increased by 0.35% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Sweden 42?
- Italy currently has the lowest median asking price at $335,646, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $337,980 — a 1% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Sweden 42?
- Comparable models include the Sweden Yachts 45, Palmer Johnson J/42, Valiant 42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.