Westsail 42 Sailboats for Sale

William Crealock·1974·~119 hulls·Westsail Corporation
Westsail 42 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · long
Rig
Cutter
LOA
42.92' · 13.08 m
Disp.
31,500 lbs · 14,288 kg
First year
1974

The Westsail 42 represents the zenith of the Westsail Corporation’s ambition to provide a "goanywhere" voyaging platform for the serious offshore sailor. While the legendary 32foot sibling is often credited with igniting the "cruising craze" of the 1970s, the Westsail 42 was designed to offer the same ruggedness with significantly more interior volume and a more refined hull shape. Designed by the esteemed naval architect W.I.B. "Bill" Crealock, the 42 moved away from the Colin Archerinspired doubleended design of the smaller models, opting instead for a traditional transom stern and a clipper bow. This shift allowed for a longer waterline and greater storage capacity, making it a preferred choice for families and couples planning extended circumnavigations. Because many of these vessels were sold as kits, the level of finish and specific interior layouts vary significantly from one hull to the next.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 44,000
Asking price · 11 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
5
11 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
United States (72.7%) · Mexico (18.2%) · Canada (9.1%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Westsail 42 listings appear across 3 countries. United States has the most listings with 8 (72.7%), followed by Mexico and Canada.

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

Country view

11 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 44,0008472.7%
Mexico$ 67,0002018.2%
Canada$ 41,677119.1%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

6 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Vancouver Vancouver 4241.75'$ 119,9005121
Whitby Yachts 4242'$ 60,040224
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999173
Moody 4241.79'$ 64,026142
Westsail 42You are here$ 44,000115
Rustler 4242'$ 466,789101

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Westsail 42 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Westsail 42 over the past 12 months is $44,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Westsail 42 sailboats are for sale?+
5 Westsail 42 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 11 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Westsail 42 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Westsail 42 has stayed steady over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Westsail 42 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Westsail 42 listings over the past 12 months are United States (72.7%), Mexico (18.2%), Canada (9.1%).
05What should I look at instead of a Westsail 42?+
Comparable models include Vancouver Vancouver 42, Whitby Yachts 42, Valiant 42. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.