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1981 Whitby 42 Sold Boat in Jacksonville, FL US

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builtBuilt in 1981
Year the boat was built
model

42

Boat model
engine

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Engine type and count
length

42 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

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Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

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LocationJacksonvilleFort LauderdaleGreen Cove Springs
Nominal Length42'44'40'
Beam13'--
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Engine Make-YanmarPerkins
Total Engine Power-87 hp66 hp
Days on Market2112113316
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OverviewÃ?Â
Scherzo is a beautiful example of the popular Whitby 42 ketch built in Ontario, Canada.Ã? The current owners lived aboard and sailed her from Maine to Tobago and back to Florida from 2011 to 2019.Ã? They have decided to move on to another adventure and are offering her for sale.Ã? She is currently berthed in Jacksonville, Florida.Ã? She was hauled out at St. Augustine in March/April, 2020, for bottom paint, clean/wax hull, and insurance renewal survey (C&V).Ã? Ã?Â
Equipment list including upgrades/additions/improvements:
New masts:Ã? JSI main - 2009Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? mizzen - 2008Triadic stay - 2009Sail inventory: full batten Harding mainÃ? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? full batten Harding mizzen (needs repair/replace)Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? North storm trysail (like new)Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Lee staysail (like new)Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? 120% Eastern yankeeÃ? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? 135% Doyle genoaBack-up sail inventory: Lee mainÃ? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Lee mizzen (currently in use)Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? 135% Lee genoaATN Top ClimberFurlex roller furlerÃ?Â
66 lb. Bruce primary anchor w/300 ft. 3/8 galv. chainFortress FX-37 secondary anchor at bowDelta Fastset and Danforth back-up anchors aft100 ft. 3/8 galv. chain & 200+ ft. 5/8 nylon back-up rodeAll chainplates removed/inspected/replaced as necessary - 2012� New lifeline stanchions - raised to 27 in.Welded pulpitPushpit extended and larger footpads added� ACR mod. RLB 32 (406 MHz) EPIRBICOM IC-802 SSB radio� ICOM IC-M502 VHF radioICOM VHF Command Mic II at binnacleBadboy wifi booster antennaGarmin 5208 touch screen GPS/chartplotter/fishfinder� Garmin GSD 22 fishfinder/depth transducerFuruno 1623 radar w/12 in. radomeRaymarine ST-6002 autopilot� Datamarine/Phoenix System multi-function/wind/depth displays - cockpit bulkheadSirius satellite radio & weather antennas mounted & wired� � Air Breeze wind generator2 x 85 watt solar panels� 2 x 8D AGM house batteries - 2017105 amp AGM engine start battery - 2020Magnum Magna Sine mod. 2012 inverter/charger� Powermax PM125S alternator (125 amp)Balmar MC-614 multi-stage voltage regulator
Dometic 12V SuperCold refrig all new 2016 / evaporator plate replaced 2019Tasco 3 burner propane stove/oven
Lewmar folding wheel (original destroyer wheel included)Hynautic hydraulic steeringFreshwater washdown in cockpitForespar Novalift outboard motor lift w/Edson bracket on pushpitMagma propane grill on pushpit10 lb. aluminum propane tank� 3 stainless steel fishing rod holdersLifesling w/hard case on pushpitViking 4 person life raft
Jabsco portable electric oil change kit - mates to oil evacuation hose on eng. oil panSea chest raw water intake - minimizes thru-hull fittings� Racor 500M primary fuel filter w/elec. primer pumpTwo engine mounted secondary fuel filtersMotor mounts replaced - 2015New prop shaft / cutlass bearing - 2015Cap rail removed and re-caulked - 2015� � � Sunbrella dodger/bimini new in 2014 - re-sewn and new glass - 2020Full Sunbrella deck awnings (3 pieces)� Sunbrella cockpit cushion coverings
Groco manual toilets in forward and aft heads� Newfound Metals opening ports in all cabin spacesAft cabin hatch factory refurbished - 2020Clozure/Peekaboo sliding shades on all cabin windows/opening portsBoss brand AM/FM/CD player -20202 x Sony speakers forward bulkhead� 2 x West Marine speakers aft cabin� Adventure Marine Medical Kit 2000� HMC custom mattress in aft cabin
Spares: alternator� � � � � � � starter� � � � � � � Jabsco engine mounted raw water pump� � � � � � � � Jabsco electric fresh water system pump� � � � � � � Jabsco electric macerator pump
Paper charts / chart kits from Maine to SE Caribbean Is.


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Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42ft
Beam
13ft
Max Draft
5ft
Dry Weight
30000lb
Fresh Water Tanks
200gal
Fuel Tanks
100gal
Holding Tanks
40gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Overview� 
Scherzo is a beautiful example of the popular Whitby 42 ketch built in Ontario, Canada.�  The current owners lived aboard and sailed her from Maine to Tobago and back to Florida from 2011 to 2019.�  They have decided to move on to another adventure and are offering her for sale.�  She is currently berthed in Jacksonville, Florida.�  She was hauled out at St. Augustine in March/April, 2020, for bottom paint, clean/wax hull, and insurance renewal survey (C&V).� � 
Equipment list including upgrades/additions/improvements:
New masts:�  JSI main - 2009�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  � mizzen - 2008Triadic stay - 2009Sail inventory: full batten Harding main�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  full batten Harding mizzen (needs repair/replace)�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  North storm trysail (like new)�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  Lee staysail (like new)�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  120% Eastern yankee�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  135% Doyle genoaBack-up sail inventory: Lee main�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  � Lee mizzen (currently in use)�  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  �  � 135% Lee genoaATN Top ClimberFurlex roller furler� 
66 lb. Bruce primary anchor w/300 ft. 3/8 galv. chainFortress FX-37 secondary anchor at bowDelta Fastset and Danforth back-up anchors aft100 ft. 3/8 galv. chain & 200+ ft. 5/8 nylon back-up rodeAll chainplates removed/inspected/replaced as necessary - 2012� New lifeline stanchions - raised to 27 in.Welded pulpitPushpit extended and larger footpads added� ACR mod. RLB 32 (406 MHz) EPIRBICOM IC-802 SSB radio� ICOM IC-M502 VHF radioICOM VHF Command Mic II at binnacleBadboy wifi booster antennaGarmin 5208 touch screen GPS/chartplotter/fishfinder� Garmin GSD 22 fishfinder/depth transducerFuruno 1623 radar w/12 in. radomeRaymarine ST-6002 autopilot� Datamarine/Phoenix System multi-function/wind/depth displays - cockpit bulkheadSirius satellite radio & weather antennas mounted & wired� � Air Breeze wind generator2 x 85 watt solar panels� 2 x 8D AGM house batteries - 2017105 amp AGM engine start battery - 2020Magnum Magna Sine mod. 2012 inverter/charger� Powermax PM125S alternator (125 amp)Balmar MC-614 multi-stage voltage regulator
Dometic 12V SuperCold refrig all new 2016 / evaporator plate replaced 2019Tasco 3 burner propane stove/oven
Lewmar folding wheel (original destroyer wheel included)Hynautic hydraulic steeringFreshwater washdown in cockpitForespar Novalift outboard motor lift w/Edson bracket on pushpitMagma propane grill on pushpit10 lb. aluminum propane tank� 3 stainless steel fishing rod holdersLifesling w/hard case on pushpitViking 4 person life raft
Jabsco portable electric oil change kit - mates to oil evacuation hose on eng. oil panSea chest raw water intake - minimizes thru-hull fittings� Racor 500M primary fuel filter w/elec. primer pumpTwo engine mounted secondary fuel filtersMotor mounts replaced - 2015New prop shaft / cutlass bearing - 2015Cap rail removed and re-caulked - 2015� � � Sunbrella dodger/bimini new in 2014 - re-sewn and new glass - 2020Full Sunbrella deck awnings (3 pieces)� Sunbrella cockpit cushion coverings
Groco manual toilets in forward and aft heads� Newfound Metals opening ports in all cabin spacesAft cabin hatch factory refurbished - 2020Clozure/Peekaboo sliding shades on all cabin windows/opening portsBoss brand AM/FM/CD player -20202 x Sony speakers forward bulkhead� 2 x West Marine speakers aft cabin� Adventure Marine Medical Kit 2000� HMC custom mattress in aft cabin
Spares: alternator�  �  �  �  �  �  � starter�  �  �  �  �  �  � Jabsco engine mounted raw water pump� �  �  �  �  �  �  � Jabsco electric fresh water system pump�  �  �  �  �  �  � Jabsco electric macerator pump
Paper charts / chart kits from Maine to SE Caribbean Is.


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Customers praise the 1981 Whitby 42 for its solid construction and classic design, highlighting its spacious interior and comfortable accommodations ideal for extended cruising

Many appreciate the boat's sturdy build quality, which provides confidence in various sea conditions. Owners often mention the Whitby 42’s reliable sailing performance and ease of handling, making it a favorite among both experienced sailors and those new to bluewater cruising. The combination of traditional aesthetics with practical features contributes to its enduring appeal in the sailing community.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 1981 Whitby 42 is a classic cruising sailboat known for its solid construction and traditional design. Here are some pros and cons to consider:

Pros

Sturdy Build: The Whitby 42 features a robust fiberglass hull with a full keel, providing excellent durability and stability in a variety of sea conditions.

Comfortable Interior: The spacious layout includes ample headroom and well-designed living quarters, making it suitable for extended cruising.

Seaworthy Design: Its heavy displacement and full keel contribute to a smooth, comfortable motion offshore, favored by serious cruisers.

Good Storage: Plenty of storage space below decks for provisions and gear, ideal for long voyages.

Classic Aesthetics: Timeless styling with traditional lines appeals to sailors who appreciate classic yacht design.

Cons

Heavier and Slower: The full keel and heavier displacement result in slower speeds compared to modern, lighter cruisers with fin keels.

Older Systems: Being a 1981 model, some onboard systems and equipment may be outdated and require upgrading or maintenance.

Limited Maneuverability: The full keel design can make tight maneuvering in marinas more challenging than boats with fin keels and spade rudders.

Maintenance: Older fiberglass and wood trim may need regular upkeep to maintain appearance and integrity.

Interior Style: The traditional interior decor might feel dated to some and could require modernization depending on personal taste.

Made For

The 1981 Whitby 42 is designed for sailors who value classic, sturdy craftsmanship combined with comfortable cruising capabilities. Ideal for those seeking a reliable and seaworthy vessel, it appeals to cruising enthusiasts who appreciate traditional design, spacious accommodations, and the ability to handle a variety of sea conditions. Whether you’re planning extended coastal voyages or offshore adventures, the Whitby 42 offers a balanced blend of performance and comfort for serious sailors and liveaboards alike.

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Principal Loan Amount$ 67,915
Total Payment$121,429.50
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