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1974 Fraser 42
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1974 Fraser 42 (Sold)
Make:
Fraser
Model:
42
Model Length:
42 ft
Price:
Sold
Year:
1974
Location:
Ladysmith, BC
Boat Name:
Distant Star
Hull Material:
Fibreglass
Number of Engines:
1
Fuel Type:
Diesel
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Distant Star
A proven offshore cruiser with an impressive history, Distant Star is a 1974 Fraser 42 built by the Dekleer Brothers in Richmond, BC. Known for their capable design and seaworthiness, these boats have carried sailors across oceans with confidence.
Previously used as a weather boat for the Vic-Maui race and more recently sailed by a family of five on a year-long voyage from Vancouver to Mexico and back in 2024/25, Distant Star has benefited from over $100,000 in upgrades over the last two years and carries more than $10,000 in spare parts. The cutter rig, solid construction, and practical layout make it a reliable and comfortable choice for coastal cruising or extended offshore passages.
Currently moored in Ladysmith, BC, the vessel comes with a 55-foot slip that may be transferable.
Specifications
LOA:
42 ft
Length:
42 ft
Beam Measure:
12 ft
Draft:
6 ft (Max)
Displacement:
20,000 Lbs
Number of Heads:
1
Number of Cabins:
2
Fuel Tanks Capacity:
100 Gallons
Fresh Water Tanks Capacity:
90 Gallons
Holding Tanks Capacity:
40 Gallons
propulsion
Engine #1
Make:
Beta Marine
Model:
43
Type:
43hp Direct Drive
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Year:
2016
Hours:
2800
Recent Upgrades
- Rigging & Sails: All new standing and running rigging (2024), Profurl headsail and staysail furlers (2024), new Harken winches (2024), new asymmetric spinnaker (2024)
- Electrical & Power: Extensive Victron electrical overhaul with 600Ah LifePo4 batteries, inverter/charger, solar panels, SmartShunt, Cerbo GX, and new AC wiring with breaker panel (2024)
- Electronics & Connectivity: B&G Halo 20+ radar (2024), new wind sensor (2025), AIS transceiver with WiFi/Bluetooth (2024), Starlink Maritime high-performance system + Starlink Roam (2024)
- Interior & Systems: New interior cushions and custom mattresses (2024), upgraded electric freshwater flush head with new hoses (2025), Seawater Pro watermaker with new membranes (2025)
- Hull & Exterior: New bottom paint and zincs (June 2025), new dodger, bimini, and sunshades (2024), custom swim/fishing platform (2021)
Ground Tackle
- Maxwell 1000 windlass (2018)
- 33kg Rocna with 300 ft 5/16” chain (2018)
- Plow anchor with 100 ft 5/16” chain + 200 ft rode (2018)
- Fortress aluminum stern anchor with 50 ft chain + 150 ft rode (2018)
Rigging
- Deck-stepped mast with cutter rig configuration
- New standing rigging (2024)
- New running rigging (2024)
- Profurl C350 headsail furler (2024)
- Profurl C320 staysail furler (2024)
- 2x Harken 46 2-speed winches (2024)
- 2x Harken 40 2-speed winches (2024)
- Rigid vang (2024)
- Forespar Offshore whisker pole (2024)
Sails
- Mainsail (2018, inspected/resewn 2024)
- 130% jib (2018, inspected 2024)
- Staysail (2018, inspected 2024)
- Storm trysail (inspected 2024)
- Asymmetric spinnaker (2024)
Engine & Mechanical Systems
- Beta Marine 43HP (2016) – 2800 hrs
- Dual Racor filters
- 1 1/2 inch stainless steel shaft drive w/ dripless shaft seal
- 100-gallon fuel tankage
- Inventory of oil, fuel, and air filters
Electronics & Navigation
- Comnav 1420 autopilot + complete backup unit
- B&G Halo 20+ radar (2024)
- B&G Zeus 3 chartplotter (2018)
- B&G wind sensor (2025)
- B&G Triton display with Airmar DST810 (speed/depth) (2024)
- Lowrance backup chartplotter (2018)
- Iridium Go (2018)
- Standard Horizon GX2150 VHF (2018)
- Em-trak B954 AIS transceiver with WiFi/Bluetooth (2024)
- Starlink Maritime high-performance (2024)
- Starlink Roam antenna + modem (2024)
Electrical Supply Systems
- Victron MultiPlus II 120A charger / 3000W inverter (2024)
- Victron Cerbo GX + Touch 50 display panel (2024)
- Victron SmartShunt 500A (2024)
- 600Ah LifePo4 battery bank (2024)
- Victron DC-DC 30A charger (2024)
- 2x Victron MPPT 100/30 controllers (2024)
- 520W solar panels (2024)
- All AC wiring replaced with new breaker panel (2024)
Accommodations & Domestic Systems
- New interior cushions & custom mattresses (2024)
- Pressurized freshwater system (with spare pump)
- Saltwater & freshwater foot pumps
- Force 10 three-burner stove with oven (gimballed)
- Novakool fridge + freezer system (2018)
- 40-gallon holding tank (2018)
- 2x 40-gallon water tanks (2018)
- Seawater Pro 40 GPH watermaker (2021, new membranes 2025)
- Electric freshwater flush head with Y-valve (2024)
- All new head hoses (2025)
- 3 electric bilge pumps + 2 manual pumps
Deck & Additional Equipment
- New dodger, bimini, and sunshades (2024)
- Jordan Series drogue (2018)
- 4’ aft swim/fishing platform (2021)
- Outboard hoist and rail mount (2024)
- Stainless ladder (2024)
- Bow deck wash (salt/fresh) (2024)
Also Available
- 2023 Zodiac Cadet ALU360 with 25HP Yamaha OB + dinghy wheels
- Numerous safety items (AIS PLBs, medical kits, liferaft, etc.)
- Extensive spares inventory including hydraulic steering, autopilot system, pumps, filters, belts, electrical supplies, and more (detailed list available)
