Question 1

What are the specs of the WHITBY 42?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 42 has the following specifications: 42ft LOA, 13ft beam, 5ft draft, 23,500lb displacement, 7,999.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a WHITBY 42 cost?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 42 has an average asking price of $64,483, with prices ranging from $39,000 to $98,000 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the WHITBY 42 and when was it made?

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Built by Whitby Boatworks/Ft. Meyers Yacht and Shipbuilding, designed by Edward S. Brewer, first built in 1972, with production ending in 1988, 300 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the WHITBY 42 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.63, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.82, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the WHITBY 42?

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The WHITBY 42 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.13, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 300.87, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a WHITBY 42?

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Annual maintenance for a WHITBY 42 is estimated at $3.3K – $8.8K. 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 WHITBY 42 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WHITBY 42 (42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.3K – $8.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $600-$1050/year (based on $64,483 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42ft boat: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $35K 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 WHITBY 42?

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Marina slip costs for the WHITBY 42 (42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/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 WHITBY 42?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the WHITBY 42 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rudder, plumbing, 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 WHITBY 42.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a WHITBY 42?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WHITBY 42, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rudder, plumbing. 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 WHITBY 42 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the WHITBY 42?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 42 has the following rig dimensions: I=49ft (foretriangle height), J=15.5ft (foretriangle base), P=43ft (mainsail luff), E=15ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 728.1 sq ft. Jib area: 379.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the WHITBY 42 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.63, capsize ratio 1.82, SA/disp 17.13, average price $64,483. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42 ft
LWL	32.67 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	23,500 lb
Ballast	7,999.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	49 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	43 ft
Emainsail foot	15 ft
PYmizzen luff	31.5 ft
EYmizzen foot	11 ft
FLforestay	15.5 ft
Mainsail	728.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	379.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	645.6 sq ft

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