1996 Beneteau First 42S7

After the success of the First 45F5 and First35F5, Bruce Farr looked to take things a step further in terms of quality, performance and comfort. The result, the Beneteau First 42s7, is a performance-oriented sailboat known for its blend of speed, comfort, and seaworthiness. The 42s7 is a fast sailboat, thanks to its Farr-designed hull and large sail area. It can easily handle a wide range of wind conditions and is known for its excellent upwind performance. This two cabin layout features a salon perfect for entertaining, with the galley that is out of the way, yet secure on passage. Nothing says pride of ownership like a pair of electric Lewmar 54ST, making sailing and getting the dinghy up a lot easier! Sail fast and in style in Alacran, this boat is dialed in for cruising with top quality gear! Load her with food and start your adventure! Stop dreaming, start sailing!

Why buy a boat in Puerto Vallarta?

A lot of people buy boats offshore to avoid sales tax, but that’s not the best thing about having a yacht in Mexico. Sailing out of Banderas Bay, you have so many options at your fingertips. The Costalegre (Coast of Joy) extends to the south, with many beautiful anchorages to choose from. The Sea of Cortez is waiting for you to the north, with it’s protected waters, stunning landscapes, and diverse marine life. Banderas Bay is also the kick off point for the South Pacific! Or go nowhere, and day sail in the bay in the winter while humpback babies learn to breach with their parents.

Jason Hite and his team at Infinity are cruisers with Mexico cruising experience. Jason cruised 8 years on his ketch, Volare, covering 18,000nm and runs a very popular Facebook group with over 5000 active cruisers.

DIMENSIONS

• Naval designer Bruce Farr

• Interior designer : Philippe Starck

• LOA 42.5 ft / 12.95m

• Beam 13.5ft / 4.11m

• Draft 7.58ft / 2.31m

Sails & Rigging

• New Jib 2022

• Quantum full batten main sail

• North Asymetrical Spinnaker

• Standing rigging new in 2015 by Port Townsend Rigging

• Running rigging replaced 2018 by Tutmark Riggers

• Electric Self-Tailing Primary Winches Lewmar 54ST

Engine

• Yanmar 4JH2E (51 HP) 3477 hours

• Fuel Polishing System

• Max Prop with spare zincs

Tankage

• Fuel: 100 gallons in 2 tanks

• Water:75 gallons

Electrical

• 10 kWh House Bank (4) LTH 8D 200ah Batteries 2022

• LTH Starting Battery 2023

• 800W Solar

• Blue Sky Solar MPPT Controller

• Magnum Battery Monitor

• Magnum 2812 2800W battery charger/Inverter 

• Balmar Alternator Regulator

• 2022 Honda EU2200 gas generator

GALLEY

• 3 burner stove with oven

• Top loading freezer with spillover side loading refrigerator

• Spectra Ventura Watermaker 6gph

HEADS

• Raritan Sea Elegance toilets, the best toilet you can have on a boat!

• Forward head has holding tank and macerator/pump out.

ELECTRONICS

• Raymarine e120 MFD in cockpit

• Raymarine Wind Display at helm

• Raymarine p70 Autopilot Control Head at helm

• 2 Raymarine MFD Displays for depth and SOG at helm

• Raymarine i70 Display at Nav table

• Raymarine 650AIS Class B Transceiver

• Icom 802 SSB

• Icom VHF IC-M5B

• Standard Horizon VHF/AIS Receiver GX2100

• Standard Horizon Remote VHF in cockpit

• Pioneer Stereo

Deck & Safety

• 300ft of 5/16” HT galvanized chain

• Swimstep with dive ladder

• Deep diver ladder integrated in to starboard aft rail swivels down for quick and easy deployment

• Propane BBQ with dedicated propane tank

• Outboard mount

• Outboard davit with space on top for a starlink antenna

• Life sling and MOB pole

• Scuba tank with regulator and long hose to clean bottom

DINGHY AND OUTBOARD

• 2019 AB Aluminum RIB (9.5ft)

• 2019 2 stroke Mercury 15 HP

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.

Manufacturer: Beneteau
Model: First 42s7
Year: 1996
Category: Sail
Condition: Used
Location: Puerto Vallarta, , MX
Available for sale in U.S. waters?: Yes

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Boat Type: Racers and Cruisers
Hull Material: Fiberglass
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Designer: Bruce Farr
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Length: 42 ft
LOA: 42 ft
Beam: 13.5 ft

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Make: Yanmar
Model: 4JH2E
Engine(s): 1
Hours: 3500
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Engine Type: Inboard
Drive Type: Direct
Fuel Type: diesel
Horsepower: 51 hp
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Fuel Tank: 100 Gal()
Fresh Water Tank: 75 Gal()

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Total Cabins: 2
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Total Heads: 2
Captains Count: No

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