1974 Grand Banks 42 Classic

San Diego, United States

Year 1974

Length 46 ft / 14.02 m

Builder/Manufacturer American Marine

Price

$54,500

Big Price Reduction on this Fantastic Grand Banks 42!

This well-maintained Grand Banks 42 offers a rare opportunity for anyone looking to get into a timeless classic at a fantastic price. With her recent upgrades and strong, reliable performance, she’s ready for weekends aboard or even full-time living!

Notable Features:

Twin John Deere AmMarine 404 Engines: Straight 6-cylinder, naturally aspirated, and simple to maintain, as reliable as the classic Ford Lehman 120s.
Northern Lights 5.5 kW Generator: Keeps your systems running efficiently while away from shore power.
Aluminum Fuel Tanks (Replaced in 2017, $17,000 Investment): Peace of mind with nearly new tanks.
550 Gallons of Diesel Fuel: Nearly full, offering an added bonus of approximately $3,000 worth of fuel.
New Batteries and Inverter/Charger: Ensuring optimal electrical performance.

Vessel Highlights:

Hull #435: A sturdy fiberglass hull featuring a proven semi-displacement design known for excellent seakeeping in various conditions.
Classic Layout: Dual pullman aft cabin layout—spacious enough for weekends with ample storage for a liveaboard.
Brightwork Condition: Overall good, with minor areas requiring attention due to displaced canvas covers.

Recent Service (May 2022):

Oil, filter, and fuel filter changes on both motors and the genset.
New water pump on the starboard engine.
Interior and exterior professionally cleaned.
New Bimini February 2024

Deficiencies Priced In:

Vessel requires new bottom paint and shaft seals.
Autopilot is inoperable.
No modern navigation electronics.
Teak deck requires work.

Despite these few needs, she’s priced accordingly and still represents an excellent value for a well-kept Grand Banks 42.

Why Grand Banks? The Grand Banks 42 is revered for its enduring appeal—built with superb engineering, superior construction, and timeless style. The semi-displacement hull, fine entry, moderate beam, and full-length skeg keel give her excellent stability and sea-keeping characteristics in all kinds of conditions.

Don't miss out on this chance to own a Grand Banks 42
with so much potential!

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Specifications

Year Built 1974

Category Power

Length Overall 42'7 ft / 12.98 m

Beam 13'7 ft / 4.14 m

Cabins 2

Electrical System 110 V

Construction Fiberglass

Min Draft 4'2 ft / 1.27 m

Drive Type Direct

Engines 2

Total Engine Power 234 hp

Cruising Speed 9 kn

Maximum Speed 12 kn

Fuel Tanks 2

Fuel Tank Cap. 300 gal

Fuel Tank Mat. Aluminum

Water Tanks 1

Water Tank Cap. 85 gal

Water Tank Mat. Steel

Water Heater Cap. 0 gal

Holding Tanks 1

Holding Tank Cap. 40 gal

Holding Tank Mat. Plastic

Dry Weight 34,000 lb

Windlass Electric

Engine 1 Specifications

Make: John Deere - AMMARINE

Model: 6-404

Drive Type: Direct

Fuel: Diesel

Engine Power: 117hp

Type: Inboard

Propeller Type: 3 Blade, Bronze

Year: 1974

Engine Location: Port

Engine 2 Specifications

Make: John Deere - AMMARINE

Model: 6-404

Drive Type: Direct

Fuel: Diesel

Engine Power: 117hp

Type: Inboard

Propeller Type: 3 Blade, Bronze

Year: 1974

Engine Location: Starboard

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Disclaimer:

Listed by AGL Yacht Sales, Inc.

THIS BOAT IS SUBJECT TO AN EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENT WITH AGL YACHT SALES, INC. 619-323-1321 AND IS NOT OFFERED FOR SALE BY NAVY POINT MARINE INC.. Navy Point Marine Inc. is merely providing this information in an effort to represent you as a buyer in the purchase of this vessel.

Recent Maintenance + Upgrades

July 2015 New Vacuflush VG4 complete units + toilet bowls + hoses

July 2015 New Xantrex TureCharge 2 20amp charger and Freedom SW 3000 inverter/charger and wire leads

May 2017 new fuel tanks - 2 x 300 gallons ($17,000)

April 2022 new 360 GPH bilge pump

April 2022 new 2000 GPH bilge pump

April 2022 new bilge alarm

April 2022 2 new Powerstride 188AH 8D wet cell batteries

April 2022 1 new 4d battery (maintenance free)

May 2022 oil, oil filter and fuel filter change on both motors and genset

May 2022 new raw water pump starboard motor

May 2022 boat cleaned in and out professionally

2024 New Bimini Canvas

Accommodations

MASTER STATEROOM (aft)

Dual pullman style berths, starboard queen and twin to port
Lots of storage and bookshelves and large bureau
Large hanging locker
Rear deck egress

AFT HEAD

Sink
Counter
Spacious storage
Shower Stall with sunken tub
Vacuflush Head 2015

SALON

Large L shaped Settee with grey upholstery and 2 chairs
Large dining table
Built in whiskey bar
Raritn Icer Ette Icemaker

FORWARD STATEROOM

Large V-berth accommodates 2 with step-up.
Large Hanging locker (with propane locker) and other built in storage
Access to engine room
Beautiful teak wood

FORWARD HEAD

Vacuflush toilet (2015)
Sink
Spacious vanity

Galley

The up-galley is a pleasure to work with large windows flooding it with natural light and bringing in the nice water views.

The galley provides the following features:

A propane Force10 3-burner stove with oven.
Ample of counter space and abundant storage in drawers, cabinets and cubbies.
A large stainless steel double sink with hot & cold pressure water.
A Sub Zero under counter refrigerator with freezer compartment.
An ice maker in the whiskey bar.
A microwave is hidden below the aft counter and a classic drip coffee pot round out the cooking conveniences.
Hot water is provided by a 6 gallon 110v water heater.

Electronics

SALON

Standard Horizon Eclipse VHF Radio
Benmar CS-21 Autopilot - inoperable
log/signet/log
intercom

FLYBRIDGE HELM

Benmar CS-21 Autopilot - inoperable

Depth/uniden/President Mac-360
Standard Horizon VHF Radio Transceiver
Radar mount

Engines

Type: Twin / Diesel
Hours: 513 Port + 827 STBD by meters (not believed to be accurate. Previous owner stated 3050 hours in 2014. Light use since then.)
Manufacturer: John Deere - Ammarine
Model: 6-404 - naturally aspirated
Serial Number: P-378722R, S-382342R
#Cylinders/HP: Six / P- 117hp, S- 117hp
Year/Year Built: 1974
Cooling System: Fresh water heat exchanger
Alarm: Yes
Gauges: Full @ both helms
Exhaust Type/Line: Wet / Reinforced hose
Shaft: 1.5" monel
Stuffing Box: Dripless (in need of replacement)
Strut/Bearing: One double arm bronze and one single arm bronze each side
Propeller: 3 bladed bronze 24x21" pitch
Controls: Dual lever Morse cables
Eng. Beds/Mounts: Aluminum U Frames to Fiberglass stringers

Deck Equipment

45’ CQR style bow Anchor with ~250' chain
22’ Danforth stern anchor
Ideal electric anchor windlass
Shore power inlet port side
5” Compass
Aluminum mast with boat boom
Aluminum radar mast (radar display missing, antenna present)
Crane with electric winch for deploying rhib
Rhib cradle on sundeck w/8ft West Marine Dinghy
Bimini canvas with extension to cover entire flybridge
Teak decks (fair condition)
Teak transom steps and swim step
Teak swimstep
Outboard engine rail bracket
Blue vinyl wrapped seat cushions(4)
Brightwork
Extended flybridge bimini cover plus canvas rail skirts

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.