1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch

ACCOMMODATIONSLayout: Three Cabin / Two Head LayoutAir Conditioning: Cruisair 16,000 BTUs, reverse cycle with digital controlsPorts: (14) opening portsHatches: (4) opening hatches, fwd cabin hatch has a minor leakFans: 12vCabin Sole: Teak & HollyNav Station: To Starboard, wood in fair condition with swing nav seatDinette Table: To Port, Oval tableSettee(s): To StarboardCushions: GreenMaster Cabin: Aft with EnSuite Head, mattress has a few stainsGuest Cabin(s): Fwd with upper & lower single berthsGuest Cabin: Stb side with a large single berth, port side aft of fwd cabinHeadroom: 6’3”Head(s): Two marine heads (electric fwd and manual aft) with sinks & showersGALLEY WalkthroughStove/Oven: 3 Burner stove and oven, propaneRefrigeration: Whynter stand-alone unitIcebox: Top and Front loading, minor leak from the opening port above the iceboxSink: Large stainless steelWater: Hot & coldWater Heater: Whale F600W 6-gallonCabinets: YesCounter Top: YesTank: (1) PropaneGrill: Magama, stern-mounted with coverELECTRONICS Plotter: Garmin GPSmap 740, 2016Autopilot: Garmin Actuator Class B Model B2, 2016Radar: Garmin mounted on the mizzen mast, 2016Speed: Raymarine ST60Depth: Raymarine ST60, display showing dashesDepth/Fish Finder: Garmin 300C, 2016Wind: Raymarine ST60VHF: YesCompass: YesEPIRB: ACR, expiredTV: SalonTV: Master CabinTV Antenna: Mounted on mizzen mastELECTRICAL 12v system: Yes110v system: YesGenerator: NexGen 3.5 with Soundshield, installed after 2008Battery Charger: Promariner ProNautic 30ampBatteries: (2) AGM 8D, no coversBattery Selector Switches: Yes, but need to be remountedInverter: KriegerShore Power: 30 AMP service, 30amp pig tails with 15AMP cordInterior Lights: A combination of LED, Incandescent and 110v lightsNav Lights: Yes, stern, anchor, steaming & deck lights inoperableGFCI: Yes, but indicating reverse polarity12v Outlet(s): YesSolar Panels: Mounted on dinghy davitsSAILS & RIGGINGMain: Dacron, 2015Genoa: Dacron, 2017Mizzen Main: Dacron, 2019Mast: Aluminum Deck Stepped, Double Spreader, Painted (peeling)Boom: Aluminum, raised 18"Mizzen Mast: Aluminum Deck Stepped, Single Spreader, Painted (peeling)Sail Covers: Main Stack Pack, Dark Blue, Mizzen mainsail, black, Genoa UV, blackRoller Furling: Harken Unit 2Inner Forestay: Yes, no boom or sailRigging: Needs to be replaced, broken lower, stb sideCockpit Winches: Barlow 20, Barlow 23, (2) Barlow 25 self-tailing, Barlow 20 self-tailingMast Winches: (2) Barlow 20, Barlow 23, Barient 10Mizzen Mast Winches: Barient 10Backstay: YesTraveler: YesBoom Crutch:Mast Height: 57’DECK & HULL Hull Color: White with black boot stripeDeck Color: Teak, paintedDraft: 5’6Canvas: Bimini, 2015Covers: Helm, some hatches & grillAnchor: Ronca 33 with 5/8 chain & 3/4 3 strand rodeSpare Anchor: CQR 35 with 5/8 chain & 3/4 3 strand rodeSpare Anchor: Fortress FX23Windlass: Simpson Lawerence 555 ManualAnchor Roller: DoubleCockpit Table:Rubrail: Teak, varnish peelingDockside Water: YesBobstay: bent & looseBoarding Ladder: NoCaprail & Rubrail: Teak, varnish is peelingPropane locker: Lid stuck in placeChain locker: drains into bilgeEmergency Tiller: Yes, but access is blocked by deck coveringDinghy Davits: Stainless steelOutboard Crane: Stainless steelBottom: The bottom was painted in 2024, cleaned on 3/25MECHANICAL Engine: Yanmar 4JH11X1, replaced after 2008, date unknown, reported hours 1020, hourmeter cannot be readEngine Service: 1000 hr Service, 3/24Engine Control Panel: Poor conditionAir Conditioning: Cruisair reverse cycle 16,000 BTUs with digital controlsProp: 3-blade fixedSteering: Wheel, wire, about 3" of playStuffing box/gland:Water Heater: 6-gallonBilge Pump(s): (2) Rule 500, (2) manual, 12V with alligator clamps and high water bilge alarmFilter(s): Racor 1000 water separator, engineFilter: Water Seperator, gensetHead: Guest, Electric Whale Gulper head with y valveHead: Master, manual Jabsco with y valveHolding Tanks: AluminiumFuel: (2) Aluminium, replaced date unknown & size unknownWater: (2) AluminiumHolding: (2) AluminumCarbon Monoxide Detectors: NoSmoke Detector: (2), inoperableSafety Gear: NoWaste Mgmt Placard: NoThe 1983 Vagabond 42 is a classic bluewater cruiser — perfect if you’re looking for:A robust offshore passagemaker, post-repairsA boat with a spacious, traditional interior for extended cruisingSail balance and ease of handling for short-handed crewsA vessel with timeless style and sturdy construction#Vagabond42, #Ketch, #Centercockpit, #BluewaterYachts, #Heavydisplacement

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Step aboard Arcadia, a classic 1983 Vagabond 42 cruising sailboat, a model well known among bluewater sailors for its heavy-displacement construction, traditional lines, and long-range cruising capability. Designed during an era when offshore durability and craftsmanship were top priorities, the Vagabond 42 has earned a reputation as a capable passagemaker with the strength and design features serious cruisers value.Boarding from the cockpit, you’ll immediately notice the traditional layout and solid feel that define the Vagabond 42. The deep cockpit provides a secure sailing position while underway and offers comfortable seating for crew and guests when relaxing at anchor. The center cockpit design also allows for excellent visibility and creates separation between the sailing area and the private aft cabin below.Moving forward along the deck, wide side decks and substantial handrails make it easy to move about the vessel. The large foredeck provides ample working space for sail handling and anchoring duties, reflecting the boat’s design as a capable offshore cruiser.Stepping below through the companionway, Arcadia reveals the warm teak interior that is characteristic of traditional bluewater cruising yachts. Solid wood cabinetry, generous storage spaces, and a practical layout provide the foundation for comfortable life aboard during extended voyages.The main salon offers a welcoming living space with settees to port and starboard and a center dining table, creating a natural gathering place for meals, relaxation, or passage planning. The classic interior joinery reflects the craftsmanship typical of cruising sailboats from this era.The galley is positioned near the companionway, providing convenient access to the cockpit while offering a functional space for meal preparation underway or at anchor. With ample cabinetry, counter space, and essential cooking equipment, the galley supports the needs of sailors planning extended time aboard.Forward, the guest cabins feature bunks in the forward cabin, and aft of the forward cabin, there is a single berth along with storage for gear and provisions. The nearby head compartment includes a marine toilet, sink, and shower area, providing practical onboard comfort.One of the defining features of the Vagabond 42 is the private aft owner’s stateroom, accessible from the center cockpit. This cabin offers a spacious double berth along with storage lockers and cabinetry, creating a private retreat separated from the main living areas.Arcadia represents a classic offshore cruising platform with strong bones and the proven design that has made the Vagabond 42 respected among long-distance sailors. However, this vessel will require significant updates and restoration. For the right buyer—particularly someone seeking a project boat with bluewater pedigree—Arcadia presents an opportunity to acquire a capable cruising yacht at an attractive value.For sailors searching for a Vagabond 42 for sale, a bluewater cruising sailboat project, or a classic offshore vessel ready to be restored and personalized, Arcadia offers a solid foundation and the potential to once again become a capable long-range cruising yacht.