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1981 Whitby 42 Sold Boat in Jacksonville, FL US
Built in 1981
42
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42 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
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 1981 Whitby 42 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $70,000 | $69,900 | $65,500 | $62,500 |
| Location | Jacksonville | Green Cove Springs | Merritt Island | Indiantown |
| Nominal Length | 42' | 40' | 41' | 45' |
| Beam | 13' | - | - | - |
| Draft | 5' | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | - | Perkins | Yanmar | Ford Leahman |
| Total Engine Power | - | 66 hp | 77 hp | 80 hp |
| Days on Market | 1890 | 315 | 2 | 354 |
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OverviewÃ?Â
**Ã? PRICE JUST REDUCED!!Ã? Ã? ** FIN is offered for sale by her new owners as they have been unexpectedly transferred out of state and don't want to put her in storage before they sail off on their dream cruise.Ã? She is a beautiful example of the popular Whitby 42 ketch built in Ontario, Canada.Ã? The former owners lived aboard and sailed her from Maine to Tobago and back to Florida from 2011 to 2019.Ã? They decided to move on to another adventure and sold her to her current owners in January, 2021.Ã? She is 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? She was hauled and surveyed again in January, 2021, prior to transfer of ownership.Ã? That survey is available.Ã? The current owners have replaced the galley sink and completed some needed repairs in the aft cabin.Ã? She is ready to sail!!Ã? Ã? Ã?Â
Equipment list including upgrades/additions/improvements:
New masts:Ã? JSI main - 2009 Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? mizzen - 2008 Triadic stay - 2009 Sail inventory: full batten Harding main Ã? 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 yankee Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? 135% Doyle genoa Back-up sail inventory: Lee main 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 genoa ATN Top Climber Furlex roller furlerÃ?Â
66 lb. Bruce primary anchor w/300 ft. 3/8 galv. chain Fortress FX-37 secondary anchor at bow Delta Fastset and Danforth back-up anchors aft 100 ft. 3/8 galv. chain & 200+ ft. 5/8 nylon back-up rode All chainplates removed/inspected/replaced as necessary - 2012� New lifeline stanchions - raised to 27 in. Welded pulpit Pushpit extended and larger footpads added � ACR mod. RLB 32 (406 MHz) EPIRB ICOM IC-802 SSB radio� ICOM IC-M502 VHF radio ICOM VHF Command Mic II at binnacle Badboy wifi booster antenna Garmin 5208 touch screen GPS/chartplotter/fishfinder� Garmin GSD 22 fishfinder/depth transducer Furuno 1623 radar w/12 in. radome Raymarine ST-6002 autopilot� Datamarine/Phoenix System multi-function/wind/depth displays - cockpit bulkhead Sirius satellite radio & weather antennas mounted & wired� � Air Breeze wind generator 2 x 85 watt solar panels� 2 x 8D AGM house batteries - 2017 105 amp AGM engine start battery - 2020 Magnum 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 2019 Tasco 3 burner propane stove/oven
Lewmar folding wheel (original destroyer wheel included) Hynautic hydraulic steering Freshwater washdown in cockpit Forespar Novalift outboard motor lift w/Edson bracket on pushpit Magma propane grill on pushpit 10 lb. aluminum propane tank� 3 stainless steel fishing rod holders Lifesling w/hard case on pushpit Viking 4 person life raft
Jabsco portable electric oil change kit - mates to oil evacuation hose on eng. oil pan Sea chest raw water intake - minimizes thru-hull fittings� Racor 500M primary fuel filter w/elec. primer pump Two engine mounted secondary fuel filters Motor mounts replaced - 2015 New prop shaft / cutlass bearing - 2015 Cap rail removed and re-caulked - 2015� � � Sunbrella dodger/bimini new in 2014 - re-sewn and new glass - 2020 Full Sunbrella deck awnings (3 pieces)� Sunbrella cockpit cushion coverings
Groco manual toilets in forward and aft heads� Newfound Metals opening ports in all cabin spaces Aft cabin hatch factory refurbished - 2020 Clozure/Peekaboo sliding shades on all cabin windows/opening ports Boss brand AM/FM/CD player -2020 2 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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OverviewÃ?Â
**Ã? PRICE JUST REDUCED!!Ã? Ã? ** FIN is offered for sale by her new owners as they have been unexpectedly transferred out of state and don't want to put her in storage before they sail off on their dream cruise.Ã? She is a beautiful example of the popular Whitby 42 ketch built in Ontario, Canada.Ã? The former owners lived aboard and sailed her from Maine to Tobago and back to Florida from 2011 to 2019.Ã? They decided to move on to another adventure and sold her to her current owners in January, 2021.Ã? She is 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? She was hauled and surveyed again in January, 2021, prior to transfer of ownership.Ã? That survey is available.Ã? The current owners have replaced the galley sink and completed some needed repairs in the aft cabin.Ã? She is ready to sail!!Ã? Ã? Ã?Â
Equipment list including upgrades/additions/improvements:
New masts:Ã? JSI main - 2009 Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? mizzen - 2008 Triadic stay - 2009 Sail inventory: full batten Harding main Ã? 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 yankee Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? Ã? 135% Doyle genoa Back-up sail inventory: Lee main 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 genoa ATN Top Climber Furlex roller furlerÃ?Â
66 lb. Bruce primary anchor w/300 ft. 3/8 galv. chain Fortress FX-37 secondary anchor at bow Delta Fastset and Danforth back-up anchors aft 100 ft. 3/8 galv. chain & 200+ ft. 5/8 nylon back-up rode All chainplates removed/inspected/replaced as necessary - 2012� New lifeline stanchions - raised to 27 in. Welded pulpit Pushpit extended and larger footpads added � ACR mod. RLB 32 (406 MHz) EPIRB ICOM IC-802 SSB radio� ICOM IC-M502 VHF radio ICOM VHF Command Mic II at binnacle Badboy wifi booster antenna Garmin 5208 touch screen GPS/chartplotter/fishfinder� Garmin GSD 22 fishfinder/depth transducer Furuno 1623 radar w/12 in. radome Raymarine ST-6002 autopilot� Datamarine/Phoenix System multi-function/wind/depth displays - cockpit bulkhead Sirius satellite radio & weather antennas mounted & wired� � Air Breeze wind generator 2 x 85 watt solar panels� 2 x 8D AGM house batteries - 2017 105 amp AGM engine start battery - 2020 Magnum 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 2019 Tasco 3 burner propane stove/oven
Lewmar folding wheel (original destroyer wheel included) Hynautic hydraulic steering Freshwater washdown in cockpit Forespar Novalift outboard motor lift w/Edson bracket on pushpit Magma propane grill on pushpit 10 lb. aluminum propane tank� 3 stainless steel fishing rod holders Lifesling w/hard case on pushpit Viking 4 person life raft
Jabsco portable electric oil change kit - mates to oil evacuation hose on eng. oil pan Sea chest raw water intake - minimizes thru-hull fittings� Racor 500M primary fuel filter w/elec. primer pump Two engine mounted secondary fuel filters Motor mounts replaced - 2015 New prop shaft / cutlass bearing - 2015 Cap rail removed and re-caulked - 2015� � � Sunbrella dodger/bimini new in 2014 - re-sewn and new glass - 2020 Full Sunbrella deck awnings (3 pieces)� Sunbrella cockpit cushion coverings
Groco manual toilets in forward and aft heads� Newfound Metals opening ports in all cabin spaces Aft cabin hatch factory refurbished - 2020 Clozure/Peekaboo sliding shades on all cabin windows/opening ports Boss brand AM/FM/CD player -2020 2 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 consistently praise the 1981 Whitby 42 for its robust construction and classic design, highlighting its spacious interior and solid seaworthiness
Many appreciate the vessel's comfortable accommodations, making it ideal for extended cruising or liveaboard use. The Whitby 42 is often noted for its reliable handling in various sea conditions, providing both confidence and safety to sailors. Owners also commend the ample storage and well-thought-out layout, which contribute to a practical and enjoyable boating experience. Overall, the 1981 Whitby 42 is valued for blending traditional craftsmanship with functional performance.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1981 Whitby 42 is a classic cruising sailboat known for its sturdy construction and traditional design. Here are some pros and cons to consider:
Pros
Solid Construction: Built with robust materials and excellent craftsmanship, the Whitby 42 is known for durability and seaworthiness.
Traditional Aesthetics: The classic lines and full-bodied hull appeal to sailors who appreciate traditional yacht styling.
Comfortable Interior: The layout is spacious for a 42-foot boat, offering comfortable accommodations for extended cruising.
Good Offshore Capabilities: Designed for bluewater sailing, the Whitby 42 performs well in a variety of sea conditions.
Reliable Systems: Many owners report that the systems onboard are straightforward and easy to maintain.
Cons
Weight and Performance: The robust build results in a heavier vessel, which may lead to slower speeds compared to more modern, lighter designs.
Outdated Equipment: Being a 1981 model, some onboard systems and electronics may be outdated and require upgrades.
Limited Storage: While comfortable, storage space can be somewhat limited for long-term cruising needs.
Maintenance Needs: Older boats like the Whitby 42 often require regular maintenance and potential refitting to keep them in optimal condition.
Traditional Design Limitations: The classic design may not appeal to those looking for modern styling or advanced sailing technologies.
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The 1981 Whitby 42 is ideal for sailors seeking a sturdy and reliable cruising yacht with classic lines and proven performance. It is well-suited for those who appreciate traditional craftsmanship combined with comfortable accommodations, making it perfect for extended coastal cruising or offshore passages. Whether you're an experienced sailor looking for a capable bluewater vessel or a couple wanting a spacious and seaworthy boat for liveaboard adventures, the Whitby 42 offers a timeless design built to handle a variety of sailing conditions with confidence.
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