The 42 Classic was built in the United States by Grand Banks making full use of their in-house design team's expertise.
Development started in 1975 and the first model rolled off the production line in 1974.
Market Price Insight
Current prices show that a 36-year-old 42 Classic is available from $140,000.
View a wide selection of pre-owned Grand Banks 42 Classic Yacht for sale in your area, explore detailed information & find the perfect Grand Banks 42 Classic Yacht for you.
10 Pre-Owned Grand Banks 42 Classic Yachts for sale
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 242'ft 42 Classic Gen 2
1997 M/Y C*****
Seabrook Texas United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1990 M/Y n*****
2 x Cummins 300hp
Kemah Texas United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1989 M/Y T*****
2 x Caterpillar 375hp
Mobile Alabama United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1987 M/Y L*****
2 x Cummins 210hp
Rockland Maine United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1985 M/Y n*****
2 x Lehman 135hp
Tampa Florida United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1983 M/Y B*****
2 x Yanmar 370hp
Mystic Connecticut United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1980 M/Y P*****
2 x Leyman 120hp
Punta Gorda Florida United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1978 M/Y n*****
2 x Ford Lehman 120hp
Charleston South Carolina United States
Grand Banks
Grand Banks 42 Classic Gen 142'ft 42 Classic Gen 1
1974 M/Y S*****
2 x Lehmans 140hp
New Orleans Louisiana United States
1 Not for sale to US residents while in US waters
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Find out how much a pre-owned Grand Banks 42 Classic may cost based upon the asking price of all yachts currently for sale globally according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our sales listings.
Market Price Insight
YachtBuyer’s Market Watch reports that there is currently only one pre-owned 42 Classic yacht for sale globally, built in 1971. It has a current asking price of $49k. Being 54 years old, this vessel continues to hold its value thanks to its combination of luxury, performance, and timeless design. The pricing spectrum takes into account variables such as the yacht's condition, modifications, and features, underlining its consistent appeal in the international market.
Grand Banks 42 Classic (Gen 1) Price
1975 - 1991
Recent Sales
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Average asking price according to YachtBuyer data (10 yachts available). Prices may vary depending on specification, condition and extras.
Data from YachtBuyer’s Market Watch reveals that over the past three years, 17 Grand Banks 42 Classic yachts have been listed for sale, indicating a degree of movement in its resale market. These yachts spend an average of 350 days on the market, reflecting a slow turnover rate for trawler boats in this size segment. Over the same period, the marketed price tends to see a moderate average price reduction of 6.8% from the initial asking price, which demonstrates its ability to hold its value and shows continued interest from the market. Interestingly, this level of change is below the average price fluctuation for this size of trawler boat, indicating a stable position in the market. These yachts have been for sale around the east coast of the United States, and also Canada.
Grand Banks started development on the 42 Classic in 1975 and the first model rolled off the production line in 1974.
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