Beneteau First 42s7, Mistral

Description

Description

The First 42s7, the result of experience and thorough research in terms of quality, performance and comfort by Beneteau. Known for their speed the Beneteau First 42s7 is the epitome of sturdiness and reliability. Mistral has been well loved and cared for with several upgrades in recent years. Although Mistral hasn’t been racing with her current owner she is noted to be fast. Sail with speed and peace of mind aboard Mistral, Beneteau First 42s7.

All owners have maintained Mistral with love, having been a live-aboard for two years and on the hard for the better part of a year the current owner is moving on to new ventures. Mistral is priced to sell!

For more details or to arrange a virtual viewing please send a private message on the form at the bottom of this page.

Information & Features

Perkins (Engine 1)

Engine Type:

Inboard

Fuel Type:

Diesel

Engine Hours:

4921

Power:

50 hp

Dimensions

LOA:

42 ft 6 in

Beam:

13 ft 6 in

Max Draft:

7 ft 7 in

Weights

Displacement:

18,200 lb

Accommodations

Guest Cabins:

2

Guest Heads:

2

Other

Hull Shape:

Monohull

Covers

Lazy Bag

Lazyjacks

Electrical Equipment

Generator: 7.6kw Westerbeke

Inverter

Shore Power Inlet

Electronics

Autopilot

Compass

Depthsounder

Log-Speedometer

Inside Equipment

Air Conditioning

Battery Charger

Electric Bilge Pump

Hot Water

Marine Head

Oven

Refrigerator

Outside Equipment/Extras

Solar Panel

Wind Generator

Rigging

Steering Wheel

Sails

Battened Mainsail

Furling Genoa

Genoa

Interior

Mistral is the 2 cabin 2 head version of the Beneteau First 42s7. The layout of cabins allows privacy and space onthis racer cruiser monohull. The aft cabin is compact and comfortable near the day head while the forward cabin hasan ensuite head. Opposite the dayhead, the galley on the starboard side is equipped with the basics for a life on the water. Propanestove top and oven, refrigerator, and sink are all within reach for the chef. Moving forward you will find a spacious saloon equipped with navigation station and plenty of seating in the diningarea and settee. Beautiful woodwork has been maintained throughout.

Exterior

The Spacious cockpit and large helm allow for comfortable steering and great vision from the helm no matter whichtack you are on while six Lewmar with self tailing winches simplify crew operations of lines. Raymarineelectronics and autohelm can be found on the port side next to engine panel. Mistral comes equipped with a fullybattened main in a stack pack with lazy jacks and a brand new, never raised genoa.

When you are ready to drop sails and anchor the Delta anchor with new chain (2024) is easily operated witha new windlass (replaced 2024).

Mechanical

50hp Perkins, less than 5000 hrs

Wind Generator

Two Solar panels on solar arch

7.6kw Westerbeke generator, 5448 hrs

Two Air Conditioning units, one currently functional.

Vessel Location St.Croix Marine, Christiansted, St. Croix USVI.

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