Question 1

What are the specs of the VENEZIA 42?

Accepted Answer

The VENEZIA 42 has the following specifications: 42.33ft LOA, 22.5ft beam, 3.92ft draft, 13,600lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a VENEZIA 42 cost?

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The VENEZIA 42 has an average asking price of $204,740, with prices ranging from $171,720 to $233,542 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VENEZIA 42 and when was it made?

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Built by Fountaine Pajot (FRA), designed by Joubert & Nivelt, first built in 1992, with production ending in 2000, 200 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the VENEZIA 42 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VENEZIA 42 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 8.04, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.77, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the VENEZIA 42?

Accepted Answer

The VENEZIA 42 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.34, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 88.09, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VENEZIA 42?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VENEZIA 42 is estimated at $2.7K – $7.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a VENEZIA 42 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VENEZIA 42 (42.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.7K – $7.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1850-$3300/year (based on $204,740 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42.33ft boat: Florida: $7,600-$20,300/year. California: $7,100-$17,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,200/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $36K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a VENEZIA 42?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VENEZIA 42 (42.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,600-$20,300/year. California: $7,100-$17,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,900/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,200/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,700/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the VENEZIA 42?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the VENEZIA 42 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the VENEZIA 42.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VENEZIA 42?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VENEZIA 42, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the VENEZIA 42 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the VENEZIA 42 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VENEZIA 42 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42.33ft LOA, comfort ratio 8.04, capsize ratio 3.77, SA/disp 27.34, average price $204,740. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42.33 ft
LWL	41 ft
Beam	22.5 ft
Draft	3.92 ft
Displacement	13,600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.6 kn

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