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1986 Niagara 42 Boat in Kingston, ON CA
42
1 Engine (Westerbeke)
42 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Hinterhoeller's Niagara yachts carry a distinctly Canadian sailing heritage, combining purposeful cruising designs with the warmth and character that make a boat feel like a home afloat. Built in Ontario, the Niagara 42 brings that tradition to life with graceful proportions and an inviting presence-a yacht for sailors who enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
Designed by Mark Ellis, the Niagara 42 pairs a versatile cutter rig with a fin keel and spade rudder. Her appeal lies in the balance between an engaging sailing experience and the comforts of a substantial cruising yacht. Imagine a rewarding afternoon under sail, dinner aboard after finding a sheltered anchorage, and a quiet morning with no reason to hurry back to the dock. For buyers drawn to classic design, the Niagara 42 offers plenty to appreciate.
Good Medicine is an example that benefits from several improvements that make time aboard more comfortable: a full cockpit enclosure approximately two years old, forward and aft air-conditioning units replaced approximately five years ago, and a genoa of similar age. In-mast furling, solar charging, a reported 680 Ah house battery bank, and on-demand hot water add practical cruising appeal. The owner reports annual engine oil servicing and owner-performed winterization. With identified maintenance items to address, including running rigging, radar and a VacuFlush fault, she offers an appealing opportunity to make a characterful cruising yacht your own-and start planning the next harbour.
CUTTER RIG - ELECTRIC WINCHES - IN-MAST FURLING - FULL COCKPIT ENCLOSURE 2024 - SOLAR PANEL - REPORTED 680 AH HOUSE BANK - FORWARD AND AFT AIR CONDITIONING - ON-DEMAND HOT WATER +++
Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42ft
Beam
12.92ft
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Westerbeke
Engine Model
W46
Total Power
46hp
Engine Hours
5326
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1986
Drive Type
v
Summary
1986 Niagara 42
Specifications
Dimensions
LOA: 42'0"
LWL: 32'6"
Beam: 12'9"
Draft: 5'8"
Weight / Displacement: Approximately 19,800 lb
Ballast: 8,100 lb
Tankage (Gal)
Fuel: 20 gal, steel tank
Water: 112 gal, aluminum tankage
Holding: TBD
Propulsion
Make: Westerbeke
Model: W46
Year: 1989
HP: 46 hp
Hours: 5,326
Fuel: Diesel
Drive: Inboard with Hurth transmission
Propeller: Variable manganese-bronze propeller
Electronics
- Cockpit chartplotter
- Radar: Not functional, per owner; Furuno NavNet
- Furuno autopilot
- Furuno FI-50 instruments, B&G wind instrument and Maretron DSM250 display
- Icom VHF with command microphone and binnacle compass
- Clarion sound system and Toshiba television
Electrical
- Six 12V AGM house batteries, reported combined capacity 680 Ah
- Separate engine-starting battery
- One solar panel. Solar controller
- 12V DC ship’s system and distribution panels
- TrueCharge 40A battery charger
- Xantrex 1,800W inverter
- Two 30A shore-power receptacles and AC distribution panel
- Two ProSafe galvanic isolators
Sails and Rigging
- Cutter rig.
- Genoa replaced approximately five years ago
- Mainsail replaced approximately eleven years ago
- Staysail described as the “cutter sail,” reportedly unused by the previous owner
- Standing rigging reported approximately eleven years old
- Rod rigging
- In-mast mainsail furling
- One Barient No. 18, one No. 23 and two powered Barient No. 32 winches
Equipment
- Bimini, dodger and full enclosure 2024
- Winter cover restitched; 2026
- Portlights and hatches reported in good condition.
- Two bilge pumps
- Nilsson windlass, anchor, chain and rhode
- Anchor chain: 150 feet
- Magma propane barbecue, fenders and life ring
Upgrades and Maintenance
- Cockpit enclosure, bimini and dodger, per owner. 2024
- Genoa replaced 2021
- Forward and aft air-conditioning units replaced 2021
- Annual engine oil servicing, per owner.
- Winterization performed by owner.
- Winter cover restitched.
- On-demand water heater added; installation date and energy source to be confirmed.
Accommodation
- Cabin arrangement and berth count
- Forward and aft VacuFlush heads recorded
- Forward and aft air-conditioning units reportedly functional
- Teak-and-holly sole, mahogany bulkheads and hard headlining panels
- Cockpit cushions in good conditions
Galley
- Force 10 propane stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Refrigerated icebox
- Double stainless-steel sink
- Counters and storage
- On-demand water heater
- Original water heater
- Propane locker, remote shutoff and propane detector
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| Nominal Length | 42' | 30' | 33' | 30' | 35' | 35' |
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| Engine Make | Westerbeke | Volvo Penta | - | Volvo Penta | Westerbeke | - |
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| Days on Market | 3 | 112 | 850 | 113 | 392 | 350 |
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