1988 Tayana Vancouver 42 for Sale – 42 ft – Brunswick, GA, United States

S/V TALARIA – 1987 Tayana 42 Vancouver Cutter

Location: Brunswick Landing Marina, Georgia, USA (on the hard)
Asking Price: $139,000 USD
Flag: United States

Overview

Talaria is a 1987 Tayana 42 Vancouver — a world-capable bluewater cutter built in Taiwan to the legendary Robert Harris design. Known for their strength, comfort, and seaworthiness, these vessels are proven circumnavigators and beloved liveaboards.

After a successful Atlantic crossing from Spain to the U.S. in winter 2024–2025, Talaria is now safely stored on the hard at Brunswick Landing Marina, Georgia. She boasts a brand-new Yanmar engine (installed 2025), updated 2023 electronics, Starlink satellite internet, reverse-cycle air conditioning, 760 watts of solar, and an extensive inventory of offshore equipment and spares.

A 2023 professional survey found her in above-average condition and valued her at €150,000 (~$159,000 USD) before these recent upgrades. She’s turn-key for bluewater or coastal cruising — an exceptional value among true ocean passagemakers.

Key Specifications

• Designer: Robert B. Harris

• Builder: Ta Yang Yacht Building Co., Kaohsiung, Taiwan

• Model: Vancouver 42 Tayana

• Year Built: 1987 (registered 1988)

• Length Overall: 12.74 m / 41’10”

• Beam: 3.81 m / 12’6”

• Draft: 1.93 m / 6’4”

• Displacement: 26 tons (approx.)

• Hull Material: Solid GRP hull, balsa-cored topsides, and deck

• CE Certification: Category A – Ocean

Mechanical & Systems

• NEW ENGINE (2025): Yanmar 4JH57 (57 hp @ 3000 rpm) – one hour since install

  • Installed new after original engine was damaged during delivery

  • Includes spare starter and ECU from previous engine

• Propeller: 3-blade fixed bronze

• Fuel Capacity: 341 L (new aluminum tank 2021 + steel tank)

• Water Capacity: 568 L

• Speed: 6.5 knots cruise / 7.9 knots max (per survey sea trial)

• Drive System: Shaft drive with flexible mounts

• Cutlass bearing replaced with new engine install

Electrical & Power

• Solar Array: 2 × 380W Canadian Solar panels (760W total, installed 2022)

• Inverter/Charger: FX 2012MT

• House Batteries: 3 × Exide EP2100 (240Ah each, 12V)

• Start Battery: 1 × Exide EP450 (50Ah, 12V)

• Shore Power: 220V single-phase, 25m shore cable

• Air Conditioning: 2 × Webasto 16,000 BTU reverse-cycle units (heating & cooling)

• Fresh water maker

• Propane Heater for cool-weather cruising

• Starlink Satellite Internet system onboard and operational

Electronics & Navigation (All New 2023)

• B&G Zeus 3S Chartplotter

• B&G ForwardScan sonar (includes brand-new spare unit)

• B&G Radar (2023)

• Simrad instruments (dual displays)

• Raymarine Autopilot

• Simrad VHF with DSC + 2 handheld VHFs

• SSB Radio with Pactor Modem (2023)

• AIS & EPIRB (SmartFind G8)

• Personal AIS beacons (for inflatable lifejackets)

• Garmin inReach tracker

• Ritchie compass

Rig & Sails

• Rig Type: Cutter rig, aluminum Z-Diffusion mast (keel-stepped, 17.65 m)

• Standing Rigging: Renewed 2011, backstay plate replaced 2022

• Mainsail: 37.8 m² – good condition

• Genoa: 35.6 m² – good condition

• Staysail: 35.6 m² – new 2018

• Winches: Full Lewmar suite (sizes 16–52, self-tailing)

• Windlass: Lewmar electric – operational

Deck & Hull

• Hull Condition: Dry, solid, no osmosis (moisture readings <12%)

• Keel: Integral GRP stub – sound, deep bilge

• Rudder: GRP balanced type (minor cosmetic repair noted 2023)

• Deck: Teak, in fair to average condition

• Anchor: 16 kg Ultra Marine anchor with 32 m of 10 mm chain

• Cockpit: Aft layout, teak seats, hot/cold transom shower

• Hull Finish: White gelcoat with red waterline

• Antifouling: Black

Accommodations

A warm and inviting teak interior showcases classic Tayana craftsmanship.

• Layout: Two double cabins + salon berth / two heads

• Salon: U-shaped settee (starboard) with teak dining table, twin settees (port)

• Galley: L-shaped, dual top-loading refrigerators, propane stove/oven, stainless sink, extensive cabinetry

• Owner’s Cabin (forward): Double berth with ensuite head and shower

• Aft Cabins: Port and starboard cabins with full-size berths and lockers

• Heads: Forward and aft

  • Composting head installed, with original holding tank retained for flexibility

• Teak joinery and flooring throughout

Safety & Offshore Gear

Talaria is fully equipped for ocean passagemaking and self-sufficient cruising.

• Liferaft: Sea-Safe 6-person (repacked 2024)

• Drogue, jacklines, and harnesses

• Multiple life jackets

• EPIRB + personal AIS units (for each lifejacket)

• Ditch bag (fully stocked)

• Flares and fire extinguishers (2024 service)

• Manual and electric bilge pumps

• CO₂/smoke alarms

• Drawers of tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies included

Condition Summary

A 2023 professional survey (Montenegro Marine Surveys) concluded:

“The vessel has been maintained and cared for above average and was sound, with only a few minor repairs to be made.”

Since then, Talaria has received:
✅ Brand-new Yanmar engine (2025)
✅ Upgraded electronics suite (2023)
✅ Solar, Starlink, and climate systems
✅ Offshore safety gear updated and ready

Remarks

Talaria is a rare find — a true offshore-capable Tayana 42 Vancouver with the strength of tradition and the reliability of modern upgrades. Her new engine, updated navigation suite, and proven ocean pedigree make her a ready-to-sail bluewater cruiser and a beautiful home afloat.

Currently on the hard at Brunswick Landing Marina, Georgia, Talaria is turnkey and available for inspection by appointment.

Asking $139,000 USD – serious offshore value for a fully equipped, refit Tayana 42.

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.