Used sailboat Jeanneau SUN FAST 42 for sale

SUN FAST 42

1997 | France Atl Nantes

Ref : YADEL854393

80 000 incl vat

Main datas

  • Builder : Jeanneau
  • Price : 80 000
  • Material : GRP
  • Year : 1997
  • Length : 12,42 m
  • Beam : 3,91 m
  • keel : Fixed Keel
  • Draft minimum : 1,85 m
  • Hull : Monohull
  • Life Raft : Yes
  • Area : France Atl Nantes
  • Mooring : Yes
  • Leasing in progress : No
  • Flag : France
  • Subtype : Pleasure, Fast
  • Architect : Briand philippe

Engines

  • Brand : YANMAR
  • Model : 4JH2E
  • Fuel : Diesel
  • Montage : In Board (IB)
  • Engine(s) : 1
  • Power Unit. (CV) : 50
  • Hours : 3800
  • Drive : Shaft drive
  • Fuel capacity : 200
  • Owner's Comments : Refurbished gearbox in 2021. " "2023-built 3-blade variable pitch feathering propeller.

Facilities

  • Double Cabin : 3
  • Sailor Cabin : 0
  • Head : 2
  • Berth : 8
  • Helm : No
  • WC : Sailor

Major equipment

  • Bow Thruster : No
  • Stern thruster : No
  • Marine Gen. : No
  • Group and thruster details :
  • AC : No
  • Charger and AC details :
  • Hot water : Yes
  • Black Water : No
  • Tender : Yes
  • Details : 2-stroke 2.6 HP 2021 engine
  • Tender Engine : Yes

Electronics

  • Radar : No
  • Radar details :
  • VHF : Yes
  • Converter 12/220 : Yes
  • Sounder : Yes
  • Sounder details : Raymarine
  • GPS : Yes
  • Chartplotter : Yes
  • Plotter details : "2x Garmin"
  • Autopilot : Yes
  • Pilot details : Raymarine EV400 Hydraulic Jacking System with Remote Control 2019
  • Watermaker : No
  • Watermaker details : Cotech 500 Watt Converter

Bridge equipment

  • Gangway : No
  • Hydrolic Gangway : No
  • Davits : Yes
  • Bath platform : Yes
  • Electric windlass : Yes
  • Cockpit awning : Yes
  • Sprayhood : Yes
  • Teak cockpit : Yes
  • Furling genoa : Yes
  • Furling mainsail : No
  • Spinnaker : Yes
  • Sails details : GV full batten July 2021. Genoa on roller furler June 2021 (stay, drum and furler swivel March 2025) Topsail on roller furler March 2025 with new furler and rigging. Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock. Heavy weather jib 2014. Storm jib.
  • Winter cover : No
  • Mast : 1
  • Teak deck : No

Appliances

  • IceMaker : No
  • Fridge : 1
  • Dishwasher : No
  • Washing machine : No
  • TV antenna : No
  • TV : No
  • SAT-TV : No
  • Heater : Yes
  • Heating details : WEBASTO 2019 with independent 60-litre tank.
  • Freezer : No
  • Oven : Yes
  • Microwaves : No
  • Electric stove : Yes
  • Gas stove : Yes

Owner's comments

SUN FAST 42
  • Jeanneau Sun Fast 42 from 1997: a high-performance and well-equipped sailboat

    I am selling my Sun Fast 42, a beautiful boat from 1997, featuring a shallow draft which is very rare for this model, ideal for sailing in shallow waters. Built by Jeanneau, one of the most reputable shipyards, this model combines performance and robustness, perfect for enthusiasts of sport sailing or coastal cruising.

    My sails, regularly renewed and maintained

    • Full batten mainsail (GV) renewed in July 2021 for better wind holding.
    • Roller furling genoa with stay, furling drum and swivel replaced in March 2025 for smoother sailing.
    • Roller furling staysail installed in March 2025, with complete furling system and hardware.
    • Grand symmetric spinnaker with sock, ideal for downwind sailing.
    • Offshore genoa from 2014, still in excellent condition after more than 10 years of use.
    • Storm jib, a high-performance storm sail for difficult conditions.

    With these regularly maintained sails, my Sun Fast 42 is ready to set sail in complete safety.

    High-end equipment for safe and comfortable sailing

    • Raymarine EV400 autopilot with wireless remote updated in 2019, coupled with a hydraulic ram for optimal precision.
    • Raymarine i70 wind pack including log, sounder and repeater at the chart table, all installed in 2019.
    • AIS transmitter/receiver for precise detection of other vessels.
    • Two Garmin GPS: one chartplotter at the helm (with Europe and Caribbean charts) and one backup GPS at the chart table.
    • JVC stereo and fixed VHF RT 750 as well as a portable VHF RT 420, all updated in 2021.
    • EPIRB distress beacon installed in 2019 for enhanced safety.
    • 17-inch PC screen for route planning and navigation.
    • A Cotech 500-watt inverter and a 220V electrical circuit installed in 2019 for greater comfort.
    • 300 watts of solar panels for energy autonomy.
    • Seatronic 2023 hydrogenerator to recharge the batteries while sailing.
    • Dometic refrigerator and single-burner induction hob for hot meals on board.
    • Yanmar 4JH2E 50 hp engine with gearbox reconditioned in 2021.
    • Variprop three-blade feathering propeller, new since 2023, for optimal propulsion.
    • 4-stroke 2.6 hp tender engine from 2021.
    • A life raft to be serviced for complete preparation.

    This Sun Fast 42 is equipped like a new boat, with modern technology and enhanced safety.

    Comfort and practicality on board

    • Webasto heating with independent 60-litre tank, ideal for winter sailing or cold waters.
    • Boom sun awning to protect the crew from UV rays.

    Why is this Sun Fast 42 interesting?

    This 1997 Sun Fast 42 is a high-performance and versatile sailboat, perfect for enthusiasts of sport sailing or coastal cruising. With its recent sails, high-end equipment and rigorous maintenance, it offers the ideal combination of performance, safety and comfort. Its shallow draft and reliable Yanmar engine make it a boat suited for both pleasure sailing and fast outings.

    I am selling this Sun Fast 42 because I want to move on to another project, but I have not hesitated to invest in its maintenance to offer you a boat in excellent condition. You will find a detailed list of equipment and a complete history upon request.

Limitation of liability : XBOAT presents the details of the boat as supplied to us by the owner. Owners may make errors or changes without notifying us. This information is not contractual and does not bind XBOAT in any way. It cannot be opposed by a visitor or a buyer.

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