ELCO - Flat Top - For Sale

Crafted by ELCO, theFlat Topis a timelessmotor yachtriding on a provenfiberglass and plasticplatform. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, this 42-footer blends serene efficiency with classic charm for unhurried coastal passages and comfortable weekends for two.

Selecting a Flat Top

Choosing the Flat Top means prioritizing relaxed passagemaking and simple, robust systems. With a single John Deere inboard diesel, economical 6-knot cruising, and accommodations for two with two heads, it’s ideal for couples seeking quiet coastal exploration in a compact footprint. As a motor yachtwith afiberglass and plastichull, it offers low-maintenance ownership and confidence in a wide range of conditions. Work with Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov to evaluate fit, schedule viewings, and compare this example to similar opportunities.

Features of the Model

• Dimensions for confident handling: 42 ft (12.8 m) LOA, 11 ft (3.63 m) beam, and 11.209 ft (3.4166 m) minimum draft
• Efficient propulsion: single John Deere inboard diesel for simple operation and service
• Easygoing performance: 6 kn cruise (6.9 mph) and 8 kn max (9.21 mph)
• Construction: fiberglass and plastichull with fiberglass decks
• Liveaboard-friendly layout for two: sleeps 2 with 2 heads
• Capacities tailored to coastal cruising: 150 gal fresh water and 1 gal fuel
• Heritage builder: ELCOpedigree within themotor yachtclass

Technical Specifications

• Model: Flat Top
• Builder: ELCO
• Category: motor yacht
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• LOA: 42 ft (12.8 m)
• Beam: 11 ft (3.63 m)
• Draft (min): 11.209 ft (3.4166 m)
• Engines: 1 x John Deere
• Engine type: Inboard
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Cruise speed: 6 kn (6.9 mph)
• Max speed: 8 kn (9.21 mph)
• Sleeps: 2
• Heads: 2
• Fresh water capacity: 150 gal
• Fuel capacity: 1 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and viewing arrangements of the Flat TopbyELCO, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov. Our team will coordinate inspections, surveys, and sea trials, and guide you through offer, escrow, and closing. Ask about comparablemotor yachtopportunities and logistics support.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Flat Top? A: TheFlat TopfromELCOis amotor yachtbuilt on afiberglass and plastic hullfor low-maintenance, reliable coastal cruising.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: The Flat Top’s LOAis 42 ft (12.8 m),beamis 11 ft (3.63 m), andminimum draftis 11.209 ft (3.4166 m) for stable, predictable handling.

Q: What engine and performance should I expect? A: It features 1 x John Deereinboarddieselwith acruise speedof 6 kn (6.9 mph) andmax speedof 8 kn (9.21 mph).

Q: How is the boat arranged for living aboard? A: Accommodations include sleeps 2and2 heads, balanced for comfortable weekends or short cruises for a couple.

Q: How do I get pricing and arrange a viewing? A: Contact Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov for pricing,availability, and to schedule inspections, surveys, and sea trials of theFlat Top.

Owner Experience Review

Owners describe the Flat TopbyELCOas a heavy-displacement, seakindly cruiser that trades outright speed for a soft, steady ride. Documented boats have made long East Coast passages—from Massachusetts to Florida—and period write-ups note survivals in severe weather, reinforcing the model’s suitability for comfortable coastal runs rather than sprinting. Typical advertised and owner-reported cruise speeds vary with repower: many examples settle around 6–10 knots, while some upgraded installations report roughly 11–12 knots.

On board, classic layouts support weekend cruising, social day-boating, and even seasonal liveaboard use after refit. Owner accommodations are commonly aft and separated from crew spaces, with a varnished mahogany deckhouse serving as the main salon; 42'–50' examples frequently show two staterooms, a galley, and one to two heads, with some 42' listings publishing around 6'3" headroom. Several owners have refit tanks, heads, gensets, and galleys with the goal that “everything done on the boat was to make her livable, comfortable and seaworthy,” and these same boats regularly appear at classic-boat shows and for relaxed social cruising.

The tradeoff for vintage character is stewardship. Wood hulls demand ongoing care and periodic major work—listings and restoration notes cite hull repairs/caulking or re-sheathing, refurbishment or replacement of bronze fittings, and full mechanical/electrical overhauls, including repowers (Perkins, John Deere, Caterpillar are all documented). Brokers repeatedly advise comprehensive surveys, since sellers often cannot confirm every historic detail; expect survey-driven repair lists and material/labor expense. Provenance research is part of the ownership experience as well—owners point to the Mystic Seaport library as a resource when a hull number is available.

Pros and Cons

• Seakindly, heavy-displacement ride that suits unhurried coastal cruising and keeps guests comfortable.
• Practical classic layouts on 42'–50' examples, with two staterooms, galley, and 1–2 heads plus a mahogany deckhouse salon.
• Documented long East Coast passages and weather survivals that speak to proven coastal seaworthiness.
• Typical cruise speeds are modest (often ~6–10 knots) unless repowered, so it is not a high-speed cruiser.
• Wooden construction requires significant ongoing maintenance and periodic restorations guided by thorough surveys.
• Historic details may be uncertain, and refits (hull, bronze, systems, engines) can demand time, expertise, and budget.

Comparison with Other Models