Bavaria 42 Ocean – Bluewater Comfort with Confidence
This well-loved and carefully maintained Bavaria 42 Ocean is a centre cockpit cruiser designed for serious bluewater sailing with the comfort and space ideal for Mediterranean cruising. Recent upgrades include new Quantum sails (2021), standing rigging (2019), and a fully serviced engine with extensive preventative work completed. Her spacious interior boasts excellent headroom and practical liveaboard features, while the teak decks were recaulked in 2019 and Coppercoated in 2021 – perfect for low-maintenance, long-distance cruising.
Broker's Remarks
This Bavaria 42 Ocean is beautifully presented and in excellent overall condition, with low engine hours and a strong service record. The well-balanced layout is ideal for extended cruising or full-time living aboard, offering a large owner's aft cabin with en-suite, a comfortable forward double cabin with its own heads, and a bright, airy saloon. The galley has been upgraded for practical use at sea or in harbour, and thoughtful storage runs throughout. With quality upgrades including recent sails, modern rigging, new upholstery, and a reliable inventory, this yacht is ready to sail.
Highlights include:
- Coppercoat antifouling (2021) over 4 layers of Gelshield
- New Quantum mainsail and 130% genoa (2021)
- Standing rigging replaced (2019) with Selden OEM
- New interior upholstery (2022), fans, and LED lighting throughout
- Ewincher electric winch and wireless anchor control system
- New calorifier with immersion heater (2023)
- Full heavy-duty winter cover, bimini with side panels
- SeaMax 2.7m tender with Mercury 3.5hp outboard (2021)
- EU VAT Paid
A thoughtfully upgraded and genuinely capable cruiser with bluewater credentials – ideal for those dreaming of extended Mediterranean adventures.
Enquire now to arrange a viewing and step aboard your next adventure.
The Bavaria 42 Ocean is a well-regarded centre-cockpit cruiser that combines robust construction, a practical layout, and proven offshore capability. Built in an era when Bavaria focused on quality over quantity, this model features solid fibreglass layup, real teak joinery, and a spacious interior suited to liveaboard life. The deep aft cabin, generous saloon, and secure cockpit make it a favourite among couples or families planning extended cruising. With easy engine access, balanced handling under sail, and a reputation for reliability, the 42 Ocean delivers excellent comfort and seaworthiness at a manageable size.
Comparable yachts include the Moody 42 or HR 42, which share similar centre-cockpit layouts and bluewater ambitions. The Beneteau Oceanis 423 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43DS are also worth comparing, though they lean more towards volume and lighter sailing characteristics. What sets the Bavaria 42 Ocean apart is its balance of traditional build quality with modern cruising features—offering excellent value for serious sailors who want a capable, good-looking
