- May 27, 2023
- 3 min read

2005 Bavaria Cruiser 42

Updated: Nov 25, 2023

Our first look at the Bavaria 42 at the dock confirms those impressions. It has a high freeboard and it's a sturdy-looking boat, with a wide beam and a beautiful finish. Lines on this boat are sleek and there's no doubt when you look at it that this is a cruising-class vessel. We were also immediately impressed by the detail and quality glasswork. This Boat is considered to be great value for the money.

The Bavaria 42 in-mast furling system makes sailing very easy. The visibility you have on this boat is impressive while the added benefit of twin helms provides comfortable steering positions no matter what the conditions.

Looking at the boat you can sense its solid construction and robust design. The boat, like all Bavaria models, features Kevlar in the bow sections for increased impact resistance. Bavaria has used foam core in the hull and deck to reduce weight above the waterline. They rely on a flange joint system to join the deck and hull for additional strength and a fully integrated grid system is laminated to the hull for more strength.

The deck is well-designed and clean, boasting Rutgerson deck hardware and Genoa cars. Lines lead back to the cockpit and allow for easy sailing and control. Standard Lewmar winches and hatches are adequate. What also struck us was the effective use of large skylights for a super bright cabin and numerous ports to allow cross ventilation. Standard roller blinds graced every skylight and there were curtains for the ports.

The below decks were bright and the solid wood and mahogany interior finish complemented each other nicely. Headroom was a pleasure - between 2 and 2.1 mt. Typical of what we call the new European standard were the well-fitting "crafted" doors and cabinets. There were also numerous storage lockers. Three cabins provide ample berths and the boat features two large well-appointed heads, the aft one containing a shower.

The large and functional galley includes two 12-Volt fridges, a double sink, and gimballed propane stove. And the salon could easily seat six, making a three-couple-cruise a breeze.

A separate navigation station is neatly tucked in the main cabin with the flexibility to easily add further navigation instruments. A Raymarine instrumentation package that includes their ST60 (speed/depth/and log), as well as the trusty old Windex, comes standard. VHF at the navigation station and above deck is also included.

The boat is for sale from the first owner. All of the maintenance has been done regularly by our company for 16 years. We can provide a full-service report upon the request of serious potential buyers. A standing rig report of the boat is available. The boat has an Australian flag and EU VAT is not paid.

The boat demonstrations will be made during the working hours of the week. The boat is berthed at Marmaris Yacht Marina. Appointments are needed to see the boat.