Where is the 1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch located?

This 1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch is listed in New Orleans, Louisiana.

How much does the 1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch cost?

The asking price is $35,000. Contact the seller through OnlyHulls for negotiation details.

What year is this Vagabond 42 Ketch?

This is a 1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch.

How do I contact the seller of the 1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch?

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1983 Vagabond 42 Ketch

Year: 1983
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
LOA: 42 ft

Currency

$35,000

Listed 151 days ago

$55,000 → $35,000 ▼ 36.4%

Most recent price change: Aug 7, 2026

$833/ftvs $2,920/ft median

▼ 71% below

Segment: Monohulls 40-49 ft · 3,209 comparable boats on OnlyHulls.

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Listing Description

Price Improvement: Now Offered for only $35,000. The Vagabond 42 was built by Bluewater Yacht Builders in Taiwan. The George H Stadell III design was built from 1978 to 1990.

Why this listing deserves a closer look

A fast read on the setup, market context, and best next comparison move.

Quick read on the setup: 42ft LOA, Monohull, Ketch, with 3 cabins.

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Why look at this boat?

Honest signals — only what the data supports.

▲Priced 71% below the median for monohulls 40-49 ft on OnlyHulls — $833/ft vs $2,920/ft median across 3,209 comparable listings.
▲Asking price has dropped 36.4% since first observed — seller may be motivated to negotiate further.
▲Only 3 photos on file — request more visuals from the seller before traveling for a viewing.
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