GRAND SOLEIL - 42LC - For Sale

Meet the 42LCfromGRAND SOLEIL—a refinedsailing yachtwith a robustfiberglass hull. Shestakov Yacht Sales, with broker Andrey Shestakov, is ready to guide your purchase journey.

Selecting a 42LC

Choosing a 42-foot platform means balancing speed, handling, and comfort. The 42LCdelivers a 42 ft (13 m) LOA and 13 ft (4.2 m) beam for confident passage-making, a 7.382 ft (2.25 m) draft for capable upwind grip, and a 16 kn (18.41 mph) cruising pace. Powered by a single Volvo Penta inboard diesel, it fits sailors seeking efficient propulsion with straightforward serviceability, plus accommodations for 4, sleeps for 3, and 2 heads for onboard versatility. Partner with Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales to match this model to your plans and timeline.

Features of the Model

• Purpose-built as a modern sailing yachtwith a stablefiberglass hull
• Volvo Penta inboard diesel (single installation) for efficient, reliable cruising
• GRP deck for durability and low maintenance
• Interior plan with accommodations for 4, sleeps for 3, and 2 heads to support extended trips
• Capacities balanced for cruising: water 87.18 gal and fuel 44.91 gal

Technical Specifications

• Type: sailing yacht
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Deck: GRP
• LOA: 42 ft (13 m)
• Beam: 13 ft (4.2 m)
• Draft: min 7.382 ft (2.25 m); max 7.382 ft (2.25 m)
• Cruising speed: 16 kn (18.41 mph)
• Engine: 1 x Volvo Penta, Inboard, Diesel
• Water capacity: 87.18 gal
• Fuel capacity: 44.91 gal
• Accommodation count: 4; Sleeps: 3; Heads: 2

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and tailored acquisition plans for the 42LCbyGRAND SOLEIL, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will coordinate viewings, discuss specifications, arrange surveys, and manage documentation and delivery so you can move forward with confidence.

Questions and Answers

• What type of yacht is the 42LC? The42LCis asailing yachtwith afiberglass hullconstruction, designed for efficient cruising. Key focus:typeandconstruction.

• What is the cruising speed of the model? The cruising speedis 16 kn (18.41 mph), balancing pace and efficiency for passagemaking.

• Which engine does it use? It is equipped with 1 x Volvo PentaInboard Diesel, providing dependable propulsion and straightforward maintenance.

• How is the interior arranged? The yacht offers accommodations for 4,sleeps for 3, and2 heads, giving flexibility for crews and guests.

• How do I buy through Shestakov Yacht Sales? Reach out to Andrey Shestakovat Shestakov Yacht Sales forpricing,availability, inspections, and transaction management on the42LCbyGRAND SOLEIL.

Owner Experience Review

Owners who use the 42LCfromGRAND SOLEILreport a versatile rhythm: most trips are quick family cruises of about three days, with some boats also run as owner‑operated coastal charters with a licensed captain in Puget Sound. The Long Cruise concept (launched in 2019) is aimed at bluewater range, while the boat still shows a fun side in casual club racing—one owner logged consistent top‑10 Thursday‑night finishes even with a self‑tacking jib. Underway, it tends to wake up once there’s a proper breeze (think around a Force 4), then settles into a balanced, responsive groove. Reviewers note confident reaching performance, with comfortable 8–9 knots and 9–10 knots possible with an asymmetric, and two deck/rig variants—Cruise with carbon arch and Sport without—slightly shaping ergonomics and feel.

Comfort is a recurring theme for a ~42‑foot design: two or three cabins, two heads, and an L‑shaped galley with notably large refrigeration get positive remarks. Helm ergonomics earn praise as well, with large pods for full‑size MFDs and sail controls led aft to simplify shorthanded sailing. One owner calls out a very large cockpit table and a roomy galley, while noting it can be awkward to move around that table under sail and wishing for larger interior portlights. As one owner summed it up: “The effortless performance is my overall favorite feature of the boat.”

On upkeep, an owner reported kelp fouling the raw‑water intake/impeller, which led to a limp‑home, tow, and impeller replacement—more a cautionary lesson than a model‑specific flaw. Beyond that, there aren’t widely reported systemic issues, though the owner community is still relatively small and long‑term service reporting is limited. Engine options cited by the yard (standard 50/60 HP, 75 HP optional) and conventional layouts have not drawn consistent complaints about access in reviews.

Pros and Cons

• Well‑balanced, responsive helm with controls led aft supports confident shorthanded sailing.
• Strong reaching pace, commonly 8–9 knots and higher with an asymmetric when conditions allow.
• Spacious for ~42 ft with two/three‑cabin layouts and an L‑galley featuring large refrigeration.
• Needs a decent breeze (around Force 4) to feel lively in lighter airs.
• The very large cockpit table can make moving around awkward under sail.
• Long‑term owner data is limited, with a relatively small community and few extended service reports.

Comparison with Other Models