GULFSTREAM 42 (S&S)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41.51 ft |
| LWL | 29.25 ft |
| Beam | 11 ft |
| Draft | 6.25 ft |
| Displacement | 18,445 lb |
| Ballast | 6,999.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
About the GULFSTREAM 42 (S&S)
(S&S #1624).Available as a sloop or yawl. Some have said that up to 6 were built. (not confirmed)
The Gulfstream 42 is a rare, classic Sparkman & Stephens design built by Robert Derecktor in the USA, with only 3 hulls constructed in 1960. Its authoritative specifications confirm a LOA of 41.51 ft and a substantial displacement of 18445.0 lb, reflecting its status as a heavy, traditional cruising yacht.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and traditionalists who value classic S&S lines and heavy displacement comfort over high-performance racing metrics. Its limited production run makes it a unique acquisition for collectors or owners seeking a distinct, non-mass-produced vessel.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 18445.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.67, and a comfort ratio of 35.51, the Gulfstream 42 exhibits strong offshore stability and seakeeping characteristics typical of robust S&S bluewater cruisers.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other early 1960s Sparkman & Stephens designs such as the Islander 36 or early Cal 34s, which share similar heavy-displacement, fin-keel characteristics and traditional cruising roles. These boats offer similar comfort ratios and build quality from the same era.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the GULFSTREAM 42 (S&S) yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41.51ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the GULFSTREAM 42 (S&S)yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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