Fraser 42 1974 $69,000.00 CAD *

Description

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.

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)