1979 Grand Banks 42 Classic

The 1979 Grand Banks 42 Classic is a fiberglass trawler built on a proven design that has earned respect among experienced cruisers. Twin Ford Lehman diesel engines, each producing 120 horsepower, drive the boat with fuel efficiency and reliability. At 42 feet long with a 13.58-foot beam, she handles easily and offers the seaworthiness expected of the type.

Below deck, two staterooms flank a spacious, light-filled salon that provides 360-degree sightlines. The layout gives couples and families separate, private sleeping quarters while maintaining a generous common area. Two heads serve the accommodations. The helm station offers excellent visibility, and a flybridge helm extends command and sight lines for cruising.

The open deck plan features wide walk-around passages protected by high bulwarks and substantial railings—the classic Grand Banks approach to safe, secure footing. Onboard systems include a diesel-fired Espar furnace, Westerbeke generator, inverter, and cold plate refrigeration. The deep-water hull design and fuel capacity support extended cruising range. Sturdy fiberglass construction and practical layout are hallmarks of the model, making her straightforward to operate and maintain.