Tartan 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Sparkman & Stephens·1980 – 1984·~34 hulls·Tartan Yachts
Tartan 42 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
42' · 12.8 m
Displ.
22,000 lbs · 9,979 kg
First year
1980

The Tartan 42 represents a sophisticated evolution in the lineage of Tartan Yachts, bridging the gap between the raw athleticism of IORera racers and the refined requirements of offshore cruisers. Introduced in 1980, the vessel was built upon the highly successful hull lines of the Tartan 41, a Sparkman & Stephens design that had already proven its mettle on the international racing circuit. While the 41 was often sparse and geared toward a full crew, the Tartan 42 was reimagined with a new deck mold and a significantly more luxurious interior, targeting the burgeoning "performance cruiser" market. This model allowed Tartan to offer a yacht with a pedigreed, fastdisplacement hull without sacrificing the amenities required for extended living aboard.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 60,950
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-50.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Mexico (50.0%) · United States (50.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Tartan 42 listings span 2 countries. Mexico 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
Mexico$ 72,0002050.0%
United States$ 39,9002150.0%

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
Tartan 3737.29'$ 49,0006222
Tartan 410041.25'$ 169,500325
Tartan 3333.67'$ 24,000207
Tartan 3131.33'$ 34,000184
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999176
Tartan 34-234.42'$ 29,900159
Tartan 3029.92'$ 10,000154
Tartan 4040.25'$ 89,900142
Tartan 460046.2'$ 199,900146
Tartan 4140.63'$ 74,50061
Tartan 42You are here$ 60,95041

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Tartan 42 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Tartan 42 over the past 12 months is $60,950. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Tartan 42 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Tartan 42 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Tartan 42 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Tartan 42 has decreased by 50.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Tartan 42 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Tartan 42 listings over the past 12 months are Mexico (50.0%), United States (50.0%).
05Do Tartan 42 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Tartan 42 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 25.0% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Tartan 42?+
Comparable models include Tartan 37, Tartan 4100, Tartan 33. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.