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1998 J Boats J/42
US$139,900
Annapolis, Maryland
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water under clear blue sky.
Sailboats near a lighthouse, featuring a 1998 J Boats J/42 model.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water, clear sky background.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 on calm water, featuring an American flag and marina backdrop.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 by J Boats on calm water, sunny day.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water near a marina.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 by J Boats docked in a marina under clear blue sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water under bright sun.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on stands, under a partly cloudy sky.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 in a boatyard lift under a clear blue sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat "Full Circle" on stands, Annapolis, clear sky background.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat docked at marina under cloudy sky.
Sailboat J/42 by J Boats, 1998 model, with covered sails under a clear blue sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat docked on a calm river under clear blue skies.
Bow of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with anchor and coiled rope.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 docked at marina, clear blue sky background.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat cockpit with steering wheel, winches, and seating, docked by the water.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat cockpit with steering wheel, ropes, and waterfront view.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat cockpit with canopy, docked at marina, calm water view.
Sailboat cockpit view, 1998 J Boats J/42, docked at marina under clear sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 yacht cockpit with steering wheel and navigation display.
Sailing yacht J Boats J/42 (1998) near a bridge on a sunny day.
Sailing on a 1998 J Boats J/42 yacht near a bridge on a sunny day.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat deck with navigation instruments, docked near a bridge.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with kitchen and seating area.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat featuring a compact kitchen with sink and stove.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat, featuring kitchen and seating area.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with wooden finish and navy seating.
1998 J Boats J/42 cabin interior with wooden flooring and cushioned seating.
1998 J Boats J/42 yacht bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower area.
1998 J Boats J/42 cabin interior with wooden finish and blue upholstery.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with wooden cabinetry and blue seating.
Interior cabin of 1998 J Boats J/42 with blue cushions and wooden accents.
1998 J Boats J/42 yacht bathroom with sink, toilet, and mirror.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water under clear blue sky.
Sailboats near a lighthouse, featuring a 1998 J Boats J/42 model.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water, clear sky background.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 on calm water, featuring an American flag and marina backdrop.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 by J Boats on calm water, sunny day.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water near a marina.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 by J Boats docked in a marina under clear blue sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on calm water under bright sun.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat on stands, under a partly cloudy sky.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 in a boatyard lift under a clear blue sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat "Full Circle" on stands, Annapolis, clear sky background.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat docked at marina under cloudy sky.
Sailboat J/42 by J Boats, 1998 model, with covered sails under a clear blue sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat docked on a calm river under clear blue skies.
Bow of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with anchor and coiled rope.
Sailboat J/42 from 1998 docked at marina, clear blue sky background.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat cockpit with steering wheel, winches, and seating, docked by the water.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat cockpit with steering wheel, ropes, and waterfront view.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat cockpit with canopy, docked at marina, calm water view.
Sailboat cockpit view, 1998 J Boats J/42, docked at marina under clear sky.
1998 J Boats J/42 yacht cockpit with steering wheel and navigation display.
Sailing yacht J Boats J/42 (1998) near a bridge on a sunny day.
Sailing on a 1998 J Boats J/42 yacht near a bridge on a sunny day.
1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat deck with navigation instruments, docked near a bridge.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with kitchen and seating area.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat featuring a compact kitchen with sink and stove.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat, featuring kitchen and seating area.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with wooden finish and navy seating.
1998 J Boats J/42 cabin interior with wooden flooring and cushioned seating.
1998 J Boats J/42 yacht bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower area.
1998 J Boats J/42 cabin interior with wooden finish and blue upholstery.
Interior of 1998 J Boats J/42 sailboat with wooden cabinetry and blue seating.
Interior cabin of 1998 J Boats J/42 with blue cushions and wooden accents.
1998 J Boats J/42 yacht bathroom with sink, toilet, and mirror.
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1998 J Boats J/42 | 42ft

Annapolis, Maryland

US$139,900

1300 hours

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engine

Engine

Yanmar 3JH2-JE

power

Total Power

47hp

engineHours

Engine Hours

1300

boatClass

Class

Sail Cruiser

length

Length

42ft

year

Year

1998

boatModel

Model

J/42

capacity

Capacity

-

North Point Yacht Sales

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Boat Details

Description

Step aboard this beautifully maintained 1998 J/42, one of the finest performance cruisers ever built by J/Boats. Renowned for its balance of speed, handling, and comfort, this J/42 is an ideal choice for sailors seeking both competitive performance and offshore-capable cruising.  The sellers are the 2nd owners and are the previous owners of the local Jboat dealership, this boat has been maintained under the guidence of the local J boat dealer since new, and it shows! 

The sellers hope to sell her to an owner(s) who will enjoy her balanced fantastic sailing as much as we did.  She is known for incredible upwind point and speed, and is a performance cruiser.  Many J/42s, even shoal draft have won Annapolis to Newport race, Newport to Bermuda and Annapolis to Bermuda.  

Key Features:

  • Carbon Fiber Mast – A significant upgrade that reduces weight aloft, improves sail shape, and enhances performance in all conditions.

  • Air Conditioning (AC) –  dockside AC.

  • Yanmar Diesel Engine –(1,300hrs) Reliable and fuel-efficient inboard diesel 


Additional Highlights:

  • Spacious and well-ventilated interior with generous storage

  • Proven bluewater capability

  • Comfortable accommodations for extended cruising or weekend getaways

  • Sleek lines and efficient sail plan for superb upwind and downwind performance

Whether you're planning to cruise the coast, race with a competitive edge, or simply enjoy weekend sails in style, this J/42 is ready to deliver. Call today to set up an appointment to see this well Maintained J42


Contact Information
Please contact Jack McGuire at 401 290 7066
Other Details

Galley

-double stainless steel sinks with fiddles

-foot pump fresh water

-sea frost engine driven/110V cold plate refrigeration

-Corian countertops

-pressure water

-sea gull microfiltration (filter replaced every spring)

-3 burner Force 10 Propane Stove/oven with electric solenoid

-combination cutting board, tray and offshore cooks seat

sails and rigging

SAILS/RIGGING

Carbon Maswt/boom/whisker pole

North 110 % genoa new 2021 years ago

North Main, full batten, 2021 yeas old

Spinnaker

Storm sail, never been out of the bag

Running rigging new 2016

Dutchman system

Spinnaker, used but like new and rarely used

Electronics

GPS primary: Garmin Chartplotter at binnacle (2015)(10” touch screen)

Furono radar

Raymarine ST 6000 autopilot

VHF fixed mount at nav station

Masthead combination BHF antenna/windex

Balmar hi output alternator with Balmar ARS III Step Regulator

Link 10 battery monitor

Nav Station light

All Chain plates bonded to keep with 6Ga wire

Pro mariner galvonic isolator

700 watt inverter with monitoring device

4 Hella 12Vfans

Balmar SG200 battery monitor

Autohelm Master View sailing instruments with 6 readouts, wind speed works intermittently.

Raymarine Pathfinder RL 70 C at helm and nav station

Winches

Winches

Primaries: Lewmar ocean & eco electric/hydraulic winches (can be used for

headsail trim, to raise the main, and to roller furl the headsail

Cabinet Top companionway port and stud: Lewmar S/T #44 (2)

Main Sheet in cockpit port 

ler: Lewmar S/T #44 (2)

Canvas

Canvas, light gray

Dodger, Bimini and connector piece, (2021)(Holden on Canvas, Robert

Holden)

Center panel opens and ties to top of dodger, bar the length of the back of

the dodger, and on outside port and stud

Sail cover with Dutchman inserts, gray

Jib cover

Sunbrella hatch covers

White vinyl cockpit cushions

MISCELLANEOUS

Electric primary winches and windlass, new 2015

Dockside heat/air conditionings, Dometic Marine Air Conditioner

Dometic Q logic digital control with monitor Qht with bezel for A/C

Espar heat


Tools and spare parts

Outboard motor lift on radar tower (removable)

Cockpit tables: J/42 table and J/46 table, two areas in cockpit to put pole

Dorado vents

Propane tank in aft locker

Holding tank for both heads with deck pump-out access and manual

overboard pump out systems in place

Water heat

Xantrex Prosine Sine Wave Inverter 1000/1800

Sole mounted table with leaves and wine storage (permits access fore and

aft around the table)

and stud of traveler


Anchoring, docking and safety equipment

Stainless steel anchor on bow roller, and chain

Lewmar DTX 35 lb anchor, 30 feet of chain

100 feet 3 strand anchor line, spliced

Secondary anchor is Fortress Danforth style

Saltwater wash down for anchor

Self draining deck anchor storage locker

Lewmar V2 windlass with capstan on foredeck with up down foot buttons

(2016)

Boat hooks 2

Lifesling in hard case on stern rail

One-piece plexiglas companionway boardOne-piece screen companionway board with weighted privacy gray canvas

4 fire extinguishers

4 fenders with covers

Emergency tiller in case of steering failure

Wood plugs at through-holes

Mast head light, and steaming light

Port and Starboard running lights

Boat hooks compatible deck brushes and buckets

MISCELLANEOUS 2

3 fire fly batteries, carbon foam

Lead acid battery for starter

Fixed prop 3 blades

Bottom painted 2024, Trinidad SR

White deck with gray nonskidCarbon fiber spinnaker pole

Kato manual leveling radar post with outboard engine lift (2018)

Outdoor motor bracket on stern pulpit (removable)

Lifeline gates, aft and midship port and stbd

Cockpit cushions white marine vinyl including for aft deck and helm port

and starboard

Cockpit shower hot/cold with hose

3 fire fly batteries, carbon foam

Lead acid battery for starter

Fixed prop 3 blades

Bottom painted 2024, Trinidad SR

White deck with gray nonskidCarbon fiber spinnaker pole

Kato manual leveling radar post with outboard engine lift (2018)

Outdoor motor bracket on stern pulpit (removable)

Lifeline gates, aft and midship port and stbd

Cockpit cushions white marine vinyl including for aft deck and helm port

and starboard

Cockpit shower hot/cold with hose

NPYS Disclaimer12

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.

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Features

Electrical Equipment

Shore Power Inlet:✓

Electronics

Depthsounder:✓

Log-Speedometer:✓

Wind Speed and Direction:✓

Autopilot:✓

Radio:✓

GPS:✓

VHF:✓

Inside Equipment

Electric Bilge Pump:✓

Oven:✓

Marine Head:✓

Air Conditioning:✓

Hot Water:✓

Battery Charger:✓

Outside Equipment

Swimming Ladder:✓

Sails

Battened Mainsail:✓

Furling Genoa:✓

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Propulsion

Engine Make:Yanmar

Engine Model:3JH2-JE

Engine Year:1998

Total Power:47hp

Engine Hours:1300

Engine Type:Inboard

Fuel Type:Diesel

Specifications

Dimensions

Length Overall:42ft

Max Bridge Clearance:61ft

Min Draft:5.5ft

Beam:12.17ft

Length at Waterline:35.08ft

Miscellaneous

Windlass:Electric Windlass

Hull Material:Fiberglass

Tanks

Fresh Water Tank:1 x 100 gal

Fuel Tank:1 x 65 gal

Holding Tank:1 x 45 gal

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1998 J Boats J/42 | 42ft

Annapolis, Maryland

US$139,900

1300 hours

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Own this boat for $1,063/month
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