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1988 Sabre 42

$109,900

Used

Boat in Waukegan, IL 60085 US

builtBuilt in 1988
Year the boat was built
model

42

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Westerbeke)

Engine type and count
length

42 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

Excellent condition on this rare offering!!

Only 62 of these were produced by the famous and well regarded Sabre Yard. A perfect blend of comfort under way, excellent use of interior space, and the well respected sailing characteristics make this a great option for the serious cruiser or the day boater alike. Well cared for by a lifelong yachtsmen, "Isola Bella" is a freshwater beauty in ready to go anywhere condition. Keel/centerboard allows for access through skinny water and keeps performance at a peak. Air conditioned cabins and salon. Two cabin - two head boat with great amenities. Seller is now a two boat owner, reasonable offers considered. Comes with cradle and custom winter cover.

Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42ft
Length at Waterline
34ft
Beam
12.58ft
Max Draft
8.5ft
Drive Up Draft
4.75ft
Displacement
18800lb
Ballast
7800lb
Fresh Water Tanks
120gal
Fuel Tanks
40gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Electrical Circuit
12v
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Westerbeke
Engine Model
W-46
Total Power
46hp
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1988
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
3-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
Accomodations

The excellent use of space below decks allow for 2 cabins and a settee that will sleep a total of 6 adults comfortably.  There is cabin air conditioning/heating, 2 head compartments, and a complete galley.

Hull and Deck
  • Anchor with chain and rode
  • Dual anchor roller
  • Anchor Locker
  • Windlass with foot switch
  • Stainless steel deck fittings
  • Stainless lifeline stanchions
  • Double wire coated lifelines
  • Lifeline gates
  • Stainless steel mooring cleats
  • Opening deck hatches (5) NEW in 2024
  • Teak toe rail
  • Dorade vents (4)
  • Dodger with stainless steel frame
  • Cockpit lazerettes port, starboard, and aft of helm
  • Canvas winch covers
  • Canvas pedestal cover
  • Teak cockpit table and cup holders
  • Teak grab rail on coach roof
  • Safety harness tie in loops
  • Horshoe buoy
  • Throwable rescue mob in bag
Electronics and Navigation
  • VHF Radio With DSC and AIS reciever
  • GPS
  • Mast head wind Instruments
  • Auto pilot
  • Compass
  • Clinometer
  • Navigation lights

Note: Electronics are currently in correct operating condition. Seller will not warrant

Below Deck
  • V- Berth with center fill cushion
  • Ample drawer and shelf storage in V-berth
  • Full head with shower
  • Galley refrigeration / Freezer unit
  • Quality joinery throughout
  • Air conditioning with reverse cycle heat
  • Fold up salon table
  • Screens for hatches
  • Opening ports (4) with blinds
  • Flat screen television
  • Navigation station
  • Reading lamps
  • Chart storage
  • 110v outlets
  • CNG Stove and cooktop
Sails & Rigging
  • Fully battened main with track and car system on mast
  • Prepped for Lazy Jacks but not installed
  • Aluminum mast and boom
  • Navtec hydraulic backstay adjuster
  • Stainless steel standing rigging
  • Topping lift
  • Self tailing coach roof winches (2)
  • Self tailing primary winches (2)
  • Self tailing secondary winches (2)
  • Main sheet self tailing winch (1)
  • Furling Genoa
  • Spinnaker pole
  • Asymmetrical spinnaker
  • Symmetrical spinnaker
  • Genoa track on deck port and starboard
  • Running rigging with deck fairleads and clutches
Mechanical
  • 110v shore power system with cordset
  • 2 Battery system with charger and selector switch
  • Sea Frost refrigeration/freezer
  • Bilge pump (manual in cockpit)
  • Bilge pump (electric with manual override)
  • Hot water heater
  • Pressure water pump
  • Westerbeke W46 engine
  • Pedestal steering
  • Propeller- 3 blade folding
  • Centerboard
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
11/25/25Initial price$109,900

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