2005 Legacy 42 Sedan
$335,000
Boat in Hampton, VA 23669 US
42 Sedan
1 Engine (Cummins)
42 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Legacy Yachts was established in 1995 and can trace their origins to the well respected Freedom Yacht Company. Built in Rhode Island, the Legacy 42 Sedan is highly regarded for her quality of construction and classic Downeast design. Downeast style cruisers, such as the Legacy 42, have become extremely popular due to their classic styling, performance and fuel efficiency. "Tilly Too" is in excellent condition with many recent upgrades (including recently added GARMIN electronics package) , and she will not disappoint. Powered by a single Cummins QSM11 660 HP diesel (@1735 lifetime hours), the "Tilly Too" is extremely fuel efficient and also has the ability to cruise at 18 knots with a top-end of 24 knots. With her bow and stern thrusters and side door at the helm, "Tilly Too" is quite easy for a couple to handle at the dock. Her propeller is skeg-protected, and she is equipped with a very nice electronics package. This boat is a real head-turner at every yacht club that she visits!
Some of her notable upgrades and features include:
Awlgripped flag-blue hullsides 2017
Dingy with transom-mounted davit system
Stern thruster installed with separate battery bank and charger
Isotherm drawer fridge installed beneath helm seat
5-bladed nibral prop
4-bladed spare prop included (not currently on vessel)
Dual racors
2 Stidd helm seats
Batteries and battery charger: Four 4-D AGMs in parallel providing 792 amp hours for house bank, One 8-D AGM starting battery.
Upgraded Alternator on Cummins: charges starting battery, then switches to house bank once charged.
Victron 80 amp 2000 watt Charger/Inverter tied to house bank.
Dripless shaft seal
Engine room access via salon
Updated steering ram installed.
LOAD FACTOR: For those who understand the expected longevity of an engine and how it relates to total liftime fuel burned, "Tilly Too" has a "Load Factor" of 24%. She has a lifetime burn rate of only 9.3 gph, and burns 37.7 at WOT. Good numbers!
"Tilly Too" has the much sought-after galley-down arrangement, with the convertible dinette opposite. This configuration is the most desired by couples that plans to do some serious cruising (such as the Great Loop) with only occasional guests. It is the the most open layout available in this model, giving the yacht a much larger interior feel. Unlike most of her sisterships, "Tilly Too" has twin settees to port and starboard in the salon, giving her an even more open feel. Forward in the salon is the helm station to starboard (with a side door leading to the wide side deck), with the companion seat to port. Both the companion seat and the helm seat are adjustable STIDD chairs, with the helm seat being extra-wide. A new refrigerator has been installed beneath the helm seat.
Down three steps moving forward, the large and airy galley is to port, with the convertible dinette and entertainment center to starboard. Forward to port is the private head with large stall shower, and the Master Stateroom with centerline queen berth (and private access to the head) is in the bow.
Aft of the main cabin is the large cockpit with transom door and swim platform, making access to the cockpit from a floating dock very easy. Two aft-facing bench seats are on either side of the centerline salon door, and there are steps on both sides of the house giving easy access to the wide side decks. The tall stainless bow and siderails makes access to the bow very comfortable and safe. The rigid inflatable dingy is located on a very convenient transom-mounted hoist. Very easy to deploy and stow.
From the cockpit, you enter the salon through a centerline sliding door. Step inside and sense the openness and the panoramic view. The quality of the build, and especially the woodwork, is immediately apparent. This roomy space features:
Port and starboard windows aft- sliding glass with screens
Side windows slide open- with screens
Custom curtains, both sides and aft
High gloss teak and holly sole
Engine room access - centerline and aft
Ultra leather sofas, port and starboard, with storage beneath
Decorative pillows
Bullet readings lights, aft to port and starboard
4 Flush mounted overhead lights, 2 stereo speakers
2 overhead Bowmar Hatches with screens
Courtesy lights, port and starboard
Leaving the helm area and down 3 steps, the U-Shaped galley is to port. An abundance of natural sunlight through the overhead windshield and multiple portlights gives the space an "open air" feeling- not at all like the typical crowded feel found on many other galley-down yachts. Some of this is attributed to the fact that the convertible dinette is just across to starboard, making the entire space an open full-beam area. The galley has all of the conveniences one would expect to find in a serious cruising yacht:
3 wood steps, the top 2 steps hinge open for storage
Courtesy lights in steps
Teak and holly sole
Corian Countertops
2-burner propane stove and oven, located aft in galley- cover for stove
Storage above and below stove
2 120V outlets
Stainless steel double sink with faucet and spray nozzle
Storage beneath sink, 3 drawers and door locker
3 storage areas outboard
Under-counter lighting
Pocket storage in counter
Microwave oven with storage on either side
Tundra refrigerator/freezer
Overhead lighting
Directly across from the galley is the Convertible Dinette, which shares with the galley the abundant sunlight and adds to the open feel of the space. When needed, this space can be used to sleep guests as the dinette converts to a double berth. The dinette area also houses the large flat-screen TV, and can be treated like an "office away from home" while cruising. Other features include:
L-shaped dinette with storage beneath, converts to double berth
Decorative pillows
Teak and Holly Sole
Bi-fold table on two pedestals
Flatscreen TV- forward
Two 120 V outlets
2 outboard storage lockers with door
Storage shelves
1 large storage locker forward
2 porlights with shade
2 bullet reading lights, fore and aft
Overhead Bowmar Hatch with screen
Overhead lights
Courtesy Lights
Forward of the galley, to port, is the enclosed head. Access is provided through a door that opens to the dinette area, as well as a private entrance from the Master Stateroom. The space is nice and roomy, especially for a 42' yacht. Some of the highlights are:
Overhead Bowmar hatch with screen
Overhead lighting
Portlight with shade
Corian countertop
Stainless steel sink with Grohe single lever faucet
Large mirror
Storage beneath sink
120V outlet
VacuFlush head system (uses fresh water)
Stainless steel towel ring
Cabinet storage
Pocket storage in counter with lid
Large shower stall with curtain and overhead lighting
Grohe shower wand
Fiberglass bench seat in shower
Shower stall storage compartment
AC/heat outlet
All the way forward is the private Master Stateroom with centerline queen berth. The Master offers plenty of natural lighting and ventilation, as well as a private entrance to the head. Also featured are:
Teak and Holly Sole
2 portlights, port and starboard, with shades
CO2 Alarm
Storage lockers with shelves, port and starboard
Large hanging closet
Courtesy Lights
Separate AC/heat system and controls
2 120V outlets
Overhead Bowmar Hatch with screen
Mirror on forward bulkead
2 Overhead lights
Bullet reading lights
Drawer storage beneath berth
The Legacy 42' utilizes excellent non-skid on all of her exterior decking. This model features wide and safe walkways on either side of the house, and her tall stainless steel bow rails provides great looks as well as a safe means to access the bow. Her cockpit is tremendous, and features a swim platform and transom door, making boarding the vessel a breeze. With her inflatable dingy stowed on the transom (see photos), the cockpit is loaded with features to add to the experience of boating:
Fiberglass swim platform with boarding ladder
Transom Door
Varnished teak covering boards
Flag staff- stainless steel mount- with wood staff
Stainless Steel Dingy Davit- St. Croix
Inflatable dingy with 3.5hp Mercurey 4-stroke outboard
Transom shower
Shore water inlet with pressure regulator
50amp shore power inlet and cord
30amp shore power inlet with cord
Courtesy Lights
Cockpit cover
2 corner hawsepipes per side
Centerline sliding salon door forward
2 aft-facing bench seats with cushions (propane tank storage beneath port side seat)
Storage under starboard aft-facing seat
Stainless steel grab rails, both sides
Molded steps to access side decks
2 under-gunwhale storage lockers
2 flush mounted rod holders
2 hatches to access lazzarette
Fender storage lockers, both sides aft of side decks
Muir windlass with all chain rode
Stainless anchor chute
Fortress FX23 anchor
2 Anchor lockers
Anchor washdown in port side anchor locker
Courtesy lights on decks
Varnished teak toerails and covering boards
The "Tilly Too" is loaded with equipment for extended cruising, and is equipped with both a diesel generator and an inverter to easily handle all electrical needs. Engine room access is just inside the salon door, and her single engine, plenty of room is afforded to move around and access every system of the boat with ease:
Cummins QSM11-M 660hp diesel engine
Electronic engine display at helm- multi-screen
ZF 311A transmission with electronic controls
Northern Lights 8KW diesel generator
AC and DC engine room lighting
Twin Racor fuel filters
All bronze through-hulls and strainers
Jabsco washdown pump
High water alarm
Bilge Pumps
Dripless shaft seal
Reverso oil change system
Inverter
House battery bank
Delta T engine room ventilation
Dometic Marine Air Systems (2 units)
Seaward hot water heater
Battery chargers
RPM GPH Speed (Kts) Load %
600 1.1 5.0 14%
700 1.3 5.4 26%
800 1.8 6.0 32%
900 2.4 7.4 30%
1000 3.2 7.9 32%
1100 4.5 8.6 35%
1200 5.5 9.0 41%
1300 7.2 9.5 57%
1400 9.1 10.0 54%
1500 10.6 10.4 57%
1600 12.8 12.3 57%
1700 14.3 13.4 54%
1800 16.2 15.1 58%
1900 18.2 16.4 63%
2000 20.8 17.6 66%
2100 24.5 18.6 84%
2200 27.4 20.1 90%
2300 32.8 22.3 100%
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/25 | Initial price | $335,000 |
Overview from around the web 2005 Legacy 42 Sedan
Customers praise the 2005 Legacy 42 Sedan for its elegant design, spacious interior, and smooth handling
Many highlight the quality craftsmanship and comfortable seating, making it ideal for both day cruising and extended trips. Reviewers also appreciate the well-laid-out cockpit and reliable performance, noting that the boat offers excellent value for its size and features. Overall, owners commend the Legacy 42 Sedan for combining style, comfort, and functionality on the water.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2005 Legacy 42 Sedan offers several advantages and a few considerations to keep in mind:
Pros
Spacious and Comfortable Interior: The 42 Sedan provides ample room for passengers, making it ideal for extended cruising or entertaining guests.
Solid Construction: Known for sturdy build quality, the boat handles well in various water conditions, offering a smooth and stable ride.
Classic Styling: The design combines traditional aesthetics with functional layout, appealing to those who appreciate timeless looks.
Versatile Layout: The sedan-style cabin offers good visibility and easy access to the helm, along with comfortable living spaces below deck.
Reliable Performance: Equipped with dependable engines, the Legacy 42 Sedan delivers respectable speed and fuel efficiency for its class.
Cons
Older Model: Being a 2005 model, some features and systems may be dated compared to newer boats, potentially requiring updates or maintenance.
Limited Modern Amenities: The boat may lack some contemporary conveniences found in more recent models, such as advanced electronics or luxury finishes.
Fuel Consumption: While efficient for its size, fuel usage can be higher compared to smaller vessels or those with more modern engine technology.
Maintenance Costs: As with many boats of this age, upkeep and repairs can add up, especially if the boat has not been meticulously maintained.
Made For
The 2005 Legacy 42 Sedan is perfect for boating enthusiasts who value a blend of spacious comfort, stylish design, and reliable performance. Ideal for families or groups seeking enjoyable day cruises, weekend getaways, or coastal adventures, this boat offers ample seating and amenities to enhance every outing on the water. Whether you're hosting friends or enjoying a peaceful retreat, the Legacy 42 Sedan caters to those who appreciate quality craftsmanship and versatile functionality in a mid-sized cruiser.
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