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1986 Grand Banks 42 Classic

$125,000

Used

Boat in Palmas del Mar 00901 PR

builtBuilt in 1986
Year the boat was built
model

42 Classic

Boat model
engine

2 Engines (2x Ford)

Engine type and count
length

42 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

This beautifully maintained 1986 Grand Banks 42 Classic is ready to cruise some of the most spectacular waters in the world. Currently located in Puerto rico, next to the Spanish Virgin Islands, the USVI, and the BVI, this boat sits in the middle of what many consider the best cruising grounds on the planet-where nearly every destination is an easy half-day or day cruise away, with no overnight passages required.

Over the past three years the boat has undergone extensive upgrades and improvements, including refurbished diesel tanks, a brand new generator installed in 2024, and numerous additional updates that make her comfortable, reliable, and ready for serious cruising.

This Grand Banks is perfectly suited as a liveaboard home, especially for digital nomads or a small family looking to experience life on the water. With Starlink satellite internet already onboard, you can work remotely from one of the most beautiful environments imaginable. Finish the workday and step off your teak swim platform for a swim, or take the dinghy to a quiet beach just minutes away. Instead of being tied to one waterfront view, this home lets you change your scenery whenever you wish.

One great features is the custom-built bimini equipped with 800 watts of solar, a setup that stands out even among other Grand Banks owners. The Naiad stabilizer system makes a remarkable difference underway, keeping the boat steady and comfortable even in challenging beam seas-delivering a ride that rivals the stability many sailors look for in catamarans.

The flybridge is a favorite gathering place, offering commanding views high above the water. Whether underway or at anchor, it's the perfect place to take in the surroundings. The helm station provides excellent visibility around the entire vessel, making docking simple with the twin engines. Underway, the Simrad autopilot takes care of steering while the Glendenning synchronizer keeps the engines perfectly matched for smooth, efficient cruising. Raymarine instruments provide all the information you need, from depth and speed to wind conditions.

Anchoring is effortless thanks to the Ideal windlass with its rebuilt motor, which can be operated either from the helm or directly at the anchor locker using foot controls. A 65-pound Mantus anchor paired with 300 feet of chain provides exceptional holding power and confidence when settling in for the night, with a spare anchor conveniently stored nearby.

The dinghy system is another thoughtful feature. Stored securely on deck, it can be launched or retrieved easily by one person using the electric winch on the boom. This factory-designed setup fits perfectly and keeps the dinghy extremely secure while underway. Powered by a Yamaha 15hp two-stroke, the dinghy is quick, reliable, and ready for exploring anchorages, visiting nearby beaches, or running into town. When anchored, it can be lifted clear of the water and left hanging safely alongside the boat.

Inside, the Grand Banks truly shines. The interior is warm, spacious, and beautifully finished with classic woodwork that never fails to impress visitors. Large windows surround the salon, bringing in natural light and providing constant views of the water and surroundings. The seating layout easily accommodates family and guests, while clever storage solutions are built into nearly every part of the boat.

For rough weather days or long passages, the interior helm offers a comfortable and protected place to steer while enjoying the view from inside. The galley is well equipped for life aboard, featuring a large sink, a three-burner stove with oven, two large refrigerators, generous counter space, and abundant storage-everything needed for extended cruising or full-time living.

Grand Banks yachts have long been respected for their solid construction, timeless design, and exceptional livability. This 42 Classic embodies those qualities and has proven itself as an ideal platform for Caribbean cruising, coastal exploring, or even completing the Great Loop, thanks to its ability to clear bridges with the boom lowered.

Whether you're dreaming of full-time life on the water, extended cruising through the Caribbean, or exploring the East Coast, this Grand Banks offers comfort, capability, and classic style in one remarkable package.

Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42ft
Beam
14.08ft
Max Draft
4.17ft
Dry Weight
34000lb
Fresh Water Tanks
265gal
Fuel Tanks
600gal
Holding Tanks
50gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
semi-displacement
Engine 1
Engine Make
Ford
Engine Model
Lehman
Total Power
135hp
Engine Hours
6539
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1986
Engine 2
Engine Make
Ford
Engine Model
Lehman
Total Power
135hp
Engine Hours
6549
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1986
Davits
✓
Tender
✓
Cockpit Cushions
✓
Cockpit Table
✓
Swimming Ladder
✓
Oven
✓
Air Conditioning
✓
Electric Head
✓
Hot Water
✓
Refrigerator
✓
Deep Freezer
✓
Battery Charger
✓
Compass
✓
Hard Top
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
Manufacturer Provided Description

The Grand Banks 42 Classic has been decades in the making. The original Ken Smith design has been amended and updated with the practical input of her owners. The experience gained since the laying of the first GB 42 keel in 1966 is reflected in each one commissioned today. Her practical layout, sturdy fiberglass construction, deep water design, and long range capability all add up to a complete cruising boat. The Grand Banks semi displacement hull design, with a fine entry forward, hard chines aft, and a full keel has been proven on waters around the world. Single or twin diesel power will deliver economy at hull speed and provide higher cruising speeds when larger than the standard engines are chosen. Many power options are available. The flybridge is easily accessible from the main deck and offers excellent 360-degree visibility when underway or maneuvering dockside. A pair of back-to-back double seats provide generous seating for eight with watertight storage beneath the seats. The bridge console has full instrumentation with handy storage for large items below. The steering wheel is handcrafted teak. The standard electric windlass, mounted on a dual roller anchor platform protected by a stainless rail, helps make the anchoring process as simple as possible. The location of the shore power inlets, at the bow and stern, makes power connections possible without boat position being a problem. The foredeck storage locker is great for lines and the large lazarette aft provides convenient storage for a variety of cruising gear. The focal point of the Grand Banks 42 Classic is the deckhouse. The spacious main saloon measures 14-feet, 8-inches by 10-feet, 4-inches and combines the activities hub, entertainment center, and main living area. Forward is the fully equipped galley to port and the complete helm station to starboard. The companion-way forward leads to the guest stateroom with V-berths and a roomy head with its own shower. The galley is complete with a range - oven, refrigerator, stainless steel sink, cutting boards, and excellent storage in several cabinets. The helm area features a full width overhead electronics locker and a flip up storage compartment for manuals and navigational tools. Just aft of the starboard door is the dry-bar cabinet. Looking aft in the saloon, you can see the long L-shaped settee with a teak yacht table. The aft stateroom displays beautiful teak joinery. Parquet soles, built-in furniture and cabinets and hand-crafted moldings are blended with modern fabrics to create the traditional yacht look. This stateroom features a choice of several layouts with a double berth to starboard and a single berth to port being standard. All layouts have exceptional storage in hanging lockers, bureaus, and below-berth drawers. A large, flat chart drawer is standard in each layout. The private owners head has a separate stall shower and good storage for towels in several cabinets. The engine room in the 42 Classic is special. With working space outboard of and between both engines there is plenty of installation space for essential gear. The standard 8-KW generator comes with a sound shield for quiet operation. The exterior of the hull and deckhouse on the GB 42 is smooth gel coated fiberglass. Teak decking is laid over the fiberglass on the main deck and flybridge. The bulwarks surrounding the wide main deck are capped with a sturdy teak safety rail providing safe movement from bow to stern for those on board. The Grand Banks 42: In production since the 60s, her hull was redesigned in the early 90s giving the proven Grand Banks semi-displacement hull a longer waterline and an increased beam. Ideal for a couple with children or guests, she cruises economically at 9 knots, yet 17 knots is typical with optional engines. The Classic offers two staterooms, separated by the main saloon and galley. A variety of layouts are available including an aft cabin with an island double bed. The Europa's main saloon opens to a protected cockpit for expanded, one-level living. Two forward staterooms are standard. The Motor yacht provides increased living space with a spacious, full-width stateroom aft, and two additional staterooms forward. A galley-down layout with one forward stateroom is available. The aft sundeck expands the outdoor living area and provides room for stowage.

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Price History

DateEventPrice
3/21/26Initial price$125,000

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