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2005 Legacy 42

Boston, MA, US 42 ft · 13.58 ft' beam 2 cabins
Asking
$299,900
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This 2005 Legacy 42 represents a well-maintained cruising motor yacht with a documented service history and substantial recent capital investment. The vessel is powered by a single Cummins QSM-11 diesel engine rated at 660 horsepower, which drives a 4-blade propeller and delivers a cruising speed of 18.5 knots. The engine has received significant recent attention, including a complete head and turbo replacement with OEM Cummins components in 2023, along with after-cooler service the same year. Engine room records are available through certified Cummins technicians.

The 42-foot hull measures 13.58 feet on the beam with a 3.67-foot draft, offering reasonable shallow-water capability for a vessel of this size. Fuel capacity stands at 450 gallons, and fresh water storage is 110 gallons, supporting extended cruising operations. The Northern Lights generator carries low operating hours and supports a pair of reverse-cycle air conditioning and heating units, along with 110V/30A and 220V/50A AC electrical systems. A 2000-watt Outback inverter/charger with 80-amp charging capability rounds out the power infrastructure.

Navigation and electronics were updated in 2019 with a Garmin 8612 XSV chart plotter and bottom sounder, paired with a Garmin GMI 20 instrument display. The vessel also carries a Furuno NavNet open array radar, Simrad autopilot, FLIR night vision, ICOM VHF radio, AIS transceiver, and magnetic compass. Trac Vision satellite television is installed.

The interior layout provides a master stateroom with a queen centerline berth, a guest cabin with a settee that converts to a full-size berth, and a single berth in the main salon. The galley features a 12V/110V refrigerator-freezer, stainless steel double sink, microwave oven, two-burner electric stove, and a Seaboard 11-gallon water heater. Cold and hot pressure water systems with dockside connection are fitted throughout, along with a Jabsco Quiet Flush head and Flow Jet fresh water pump. Teak and holly cabin soles add traditional character to the accommodations.

Deck systems include a Rocna stainless steel plow anchor with 5/16 G4 chain, electric windlass with helm and foot controls (motor, gearbox, and solenoid replaced in 2020), and a deck wash-down system. Bow and stern thrusters provide enhanced maneuvering capability; the stern thruster was replaced in 2022. A Revere four-person life raft holds current USCG/SOLAS certification. The vessel features a swim platform, swim ladder, and transom door for water access. Teak covering boards, navigation lights, a roof-mounted forward-facing LED flood light, dual trumpet horns, and windshield wipers with washer complete the exterior. A single Stidd helm seat and sliding side doors (starboard and aft) support comfortable operation and movement throughout the vessel.

Recent cosmetic and maintenance work includes light grey Awl Grip topside coating, refinished interior bright work (2023), new stainless steel rudder shoe (2023), new dripless shaft seal, and continuous wash and wax maintenance. The vessel is equipped with three automatic and manual bilge pumps with high water alarms, a Reverso oil change system,

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New to market and maintained with open check book! This 42' Legacy Yachts with single Cummins  660 hp has had many recent upgrades/updates:Slip at Constitution Marina in Boston included for the 2025 Season  The 42' Legacy Yachts boasts proven performance and timeless design coupled with luxurious comfort and stability. She has many very recent updates, and service including:Light Grey Awl Grip, Interior Brite Work Refinished, new Garmin Electronics, new Stainless-Steel Rudder Shoe, new Dripless Shaft Seal, new Stern Thruster, new Windlass, new Batteries, and new Cummins top end, turbo, and recent after cooler service. All service records available and serviced by certified Cummins TechElectronics:Garmin 8612 XSV Chart Plotter and bottom sounder (2019)Garmin GMI 20 Instrument Display (2019)Furuno NavNet open array radar Simrad Autopilot Flir Night Vision ICOM VHF radioAIS transceiver Magnetic CompassTV w/Trac Vision Galley:12V/110V Refrigerator/FreezerStainless Steel Double SinkMicrowave Oven2-burner Electric StoveSeaward 11-gallon Water HeaterCold & hot, pressure, dockside Fresh Water SystemJabsco Quiet Flush HeadTeak & Holly SolesFlow Jet Fresh Water PumpTank Watch Accommodations:Master Stateroom Queen Centerline BerthGuest Cabin Settee Converts to Full Size BirthMain Salon Single Birth Electrical:110V / 30AMP   220V /50AMP AC Electrical System12V DC Electrical SystemNorthern Lights Generator with low hours Dockside Electrical CablesInverter/Outback/Charger 2000 watts & 80 amps charging Power SystemDeck:Teak Covering BoardsRocna SS Plow Anchor with 5/16 G4 chainBow PulpitNavigation LightsDeck Wash Down SystemCold & hot, pressure, dockside Fresh Water SystemRoof mounted forward facing LED Flood LightRevere 4 Person Life Raft recent USCG/SOLAS certificationSwim PlatformSwim ladderTransom DoorElectric Windlass (Helm and Foot Controls- (new motor, gearbox, solenoid 2020)Windshield Washer/wipers(1) Stidd Helm SeatSliding Side Doors (starboard and aft)Stainless Steel Rudder Shoe (replaced 2023)Windshield CoverDual Trumpet HornsSteps on Windshield (deck to hardtop)Bright-work, Wash & Wax continually maintained (Bright-work refinished 2023)Engine Room:Low Hour Cummins QSM-11 660 hp DieselHead and Turbo replaced with new OEM Cummins in 2023After cooler service 2023 Northern Lights Generator with low hours(2) Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners and HeatBilge Blower(3) Automatic & Manual Bilge Pumps with high water alarmsBow & Stern Thrusters (Stern thruster replaced 2022)Reverso Oil Change SystemFireboy Fire Extinguishing SystemFresh Water Cooling SystemRacor Fuel Filters (Mains are Double)4-Blade Propeller Trim TabsHydraulic Steering Engine Room Lights Electronic Engine ControlsSea Water Strainers

2005 Legacy 42 Yacht for Sale in Boston – Comprehensively Restored Cruising Motor Yacht with Recent Major Systems Overhaul
The 2005 Legacy 42 represents a proven platform in the 40-foot cruising yacht segment, combining a solid hull design with proven seaworthiness and comfortable accommodations for extended coastal cruising. This particular example, located at Constitution Marina in Boston with a slip included for the 2025 season, has undergone extensive recent updates and systems overhauls that position it as a well-maintained entry point into serious motor yacht ownership. At $299,900, the vessel offers significant value for buyers seeking a diesel-powered cruiser with modern electronics, multiple cabin accommodations, and documented service history.
Overview and Design Heritage
The Legacy 42 is a displacement-style motor yacht designed for comfortable cruising rather than speed or performance chasing. The 42-foot length overall, combined with a 13.58-foot beam and 3.67-foot draft, delivers a platform that balances interior volume with manageable handling and reasonable fuel economy. The design philosophy prioritizes stability, comfort, and reliability—attributes that appeal to buyers planning extended cruises or seasonal use along the Northeast coast. The vessel's cruising speed of 18.5 knots reflects the efficiency of the single-engine, full-displacement hull form, making it suitable for passage-making without the fuel consumption profile of a faster planing hull. This 2005 build carries the design language and construction standards of Legacy Yachts during a period when the builder focused on traditional motor yacht proportions and conservative engineering. The hull has proven its seaworthiness through nearly two decades of operation, and the current owner's maintenance approach—described as open checkbook—has resulted in a vessel that reads more like a 2015-2018 example in terms of systems condition and functionality.
Power and Propulsion Systems
The single Cummins QSM-11 diesel engine rated at 660 horsepower serves as the primary power plant. This marine-duty engine is known for reliability, parts availability, and longevity when properly maintained. The 2023 overhaul of the cylinder head and turbo, performed with new OEM Cummins components, represents a significant capital investment that extends the engine's service life and reduces the likelihood of major expense in the near term. The after cooler service completed in 2023 further supports confidence in the engine's current condition. Supporting the main engine are critical propulsion systems including a four-blade propeller, trim tabs for improved handling and fuel efficiency, and hydraulic steering that provides smooth, responsive helm control. A dripless shaft seal installed recently eliminates one of the traditional sources of galley and cabin moisture, a practical upgrade that improves the interior environment and reduces maintenance concerns. The reverse cycle air conditioning system (two units) draws cooling and heating capacity from the engine coolant loop, a design that maximizes efficiency and minimizes parasitic load on the electrical systems.
Electrical Systems and Generator
The Northern Lights generator, operating with low hours, provides 110V/30-amp and 220V/50-amp AC electrical capacity, supporting the vessel's air conditioning, galley appliances, water heating, and shore power connectivity. A 2000-watt Outback inverter/charger with 80-amp charging capacity manages the transition between AC and 12V DC systems, supporting battery charging from the generator, shore power, or the main engine. New batteries installed during the recent overhaul ensure reliable starting and DC system performance. This electrical architecture supports the full range of modern marine electronics, navigation systems, and comfort equipment without requiring constant engine running or generator operation during normal cruising days. The dual electrical system design (110V/30A and 220V/50A) indicates the vessel was built with international cruising potential, though the primary system supports standard North American shore power connections.
Helm, Navigation, and Electronics
The helm station is equipped with a single Stidd helm seat, providing ergonomic support during extended helm time. The steering is hydraulic, offering smooth and responsive control without the fatigue associated with cable steering on larger vessels. Windshield wipers and washer system maintain visibility in variable weather, while a windshield cover protects the helm area when the vessel is unattended. Navigation and electronics represent one of the most significant upgrades on this vessel. The Garmin 8612 XSV chart plotter and bottom sounder (2019) provides integrated navigation, sounder functionality, and chart display from a modern touchscreen interface. The Garmin GMI 20 instrument display (2019) adds redundancy and provides engine data, fuel consumption, and system monitoring at a glance. A Furuno NavNet open array radar delivers weather and navigation data independent of chart plotter displays, critical for offshore passage-making or operation in low-visibility conditions. The Simrad autopilot automates long-distance cruising, reducing helm fatigue and enabling single-handed operation during extended passages. An FLIR night vision system enhances situational awareness during night operation or in low-light conditions. AIS transceiver capability enables the vessel to receive and broadcast position data to nearby commercial traffic and other AIS-equipped vessels, a safety feature that has become standard on cruising yachts operating in busy coastal waters. The ICOM VHF radio provides communication with other vessels, shore stations, and rescue services, with proper marine-grade design for saltwater environments.
Propulsion Auxiliaries: Thrusters and Windlass
The bow and stern thruster system significantly improves docking and maneuvering in tight spaces, particularly valuable for a single-engine vessel operating in crowded marinas or confined anchorages. The stern thruster was replaced in 2022 with new components, indicating current functionality and reduced near-term maintenance exposure. The electric windlass with helm and foot controls (new motor, gearbox, and solenoid in 2020) provides effortless anchor handling, essential for extended cruising where frequent anchoring occurs. The primary anchor system consists of a Rocna stainless steel plow anchor paired with 5/16-inch G4 chain, a combination that provides excellent holding in sand and mud bottom conditions typical of New England coastal anchorages. The electric windlass allows single-handed anchor deployment and retrieval, a practical safety feature that reduces physical exertion and improves operational efficiency.
Cabin Accommodations and Interior Layout
The interior layout prioritizes comfort and functionality across three sleeping areas. The master stateroom features a queen centerline berth, positioned amidships for minimal motion and maximum comfort during extended cruising. The guest cabin includes a settee that converts to a full-size berth, accommodating additional crew or family members. The main salon features a single berth, providing flexible sleeping arrangements or a daytime lounging area. The galley is equipped with 12V/110V refrigerator/freezer capacity, essential for extended cruising without frequent provisioning. A two-burner electric stove and microwave oven enable meal preparation without relying on the main engine or generator, though the Seaward 11-gallon water heater ensures hot water availability for galley and head use. A stainless steel double sink with pressure, cold and hot fresh water systems (including dockside connection) supports practical galley operations. The Flow Jet fresh water pump delivers water throughout the vessel, with Tank Watch monitoring system to track consumption and alert to low-tank conditions. The head is a Jabsco Quiet Flush model, a marine-duty system designed for saltwater flushing with minimal noise and odor. Teak and holly sole flooring throughout the interior provides classic aesthetics, sound dampening, and durability in the marine environment. The interior brightwork (teak and varnished trim) was refinished in 2023, indicating current condition and attention to cosmetic presentation.
Deck Features and Exterior Design
The exterior is characterized by teak covering boards running the sheer line, providing traditional aesthetics and protection for the hull-to-deck joint. Light grey Awlgrip hull paint (recent application) provides UV protection and durability while maintaining a classic appearance. The deck layout includes navigation lights, a roof-mounted forward-facing LED flood light for nighttime operation, and a deck wash down system for maintenance and cleaning. Safety equipment includes a Revere four-person life raft with recent USCG/SOLAS certification, meeting current regulatory requirements for offshore operation. A swim platform with swim ladder and transom door facilitate water access and boarding, practical features for warm-weather cruising or extended anchorages. Dual trumpet horns provide audible signaling capability. Steps on the windshield enable access to the hardtop without external climbing, improving safety and convenience.
Engine Room and Mechanical Systems
The engine room is equipped with comprehensive systems supporting safe and reliable operation. Two reverse cycle air conditioners and heat units draw from the fresh water cooling system, providing climate control throughout the vessel without requiring separate seawater cooling loops. A bilge
Length
42 ft
Beam
13.58 ft'
Year
2005
Builder
Legacy
Model
42
Cabins
2
What type of boat is the 2005 Legacy 42, and what is it designed for?
The 2005 Legacy 42 is a 42-foot motor yacht designed as a cruising trawler-style displacement vessel. Built on proven hull design principles, the Legacy 42 combines comfortable long-range cruising capability with stable seakeeping characteristics. The boat is suited for owners who prioritize fuel efficiency, comfort, and extended cruising range over speed, making it an ideal platform for coastal exploration and multi-day passages. The design emphasizes livability and reliability rather than performance-oriented boating.
What engine powers the Legacy 42, and how does it perform?
The 2005 Legacy 42 is powered by a single Cummins QSM-11 diesel engine rated at 660 horsepower. This is a well-established marine diesel known for longevity and dependable operation. The engine has been recently serviced with a new head, turbo, and after-cooler work completed in 2023. The boat achieves a cruising speed of 18.5 knots, which is typical for a displacement hull of this size and weight. The single-engine configuration provides excellent fuel economy and straightforward maintenance compared to multi-engine setups.
What electronics and navigation systems are installed?
The Legacy 42 features a comprehensive modern electronics package including a Garmin 8612 XSV chart plotter with integrated bottom sounder, a Garmin GMI 20 instrument display, a Furuno NavNet open array radar, Simrad autopilot, FLIR night vision, an ICOM VHF radio, and an AIS transceiver. All electronics were installed or updated in 2019. This integrated suite provides excellent situational awareness for navigation, weather monitoring, and collision avoidance, making the boat well-equipped for both coastal and offshore cruising.
What are the cabin and sleeping accommodations?
The Legacy 42 offers three sleeping areas: a master stateroom with a queen centerline berth, a guest cabin with a settee that converts to a full-size berth, and a single berth in the main salon. This layout accommodates up to five people for extended cruising. The cabin features teak and holly sole flooring, creating a warm and traditional interior aesthetic. The accommodations are designed for comfort during multi-day passages and provide adequate privacy for couples or small families cruising together.
What galley and freshwater systems does the boat have?
The galley is equipped with a 12V/110V refrigerator-freezer, stainless steel double sink, microwave oven, and 2-burner electric stove. Water systems include a Seaward 11-gallon water heater, a Flow Jet fresh water pump, and a complete cold and hot pressure system with dockside connection capability. The boat carries 110 gallons of fresh water capacity. These systems support comfortable extended cruising and reduce reliance on shore facilities for cooking and hygiene.
What propulsion and maneuvering systems are included?
The Legacy 42 features a hydraulic steering system, a 4-blade propeller with trim tabs for attitude control, and both bow and stern thrusters for precision docking and anchoring. The stern thruster was replaced in 2022, and the entire thruster system provides excellent low-speed control in tight spaces. The electric windlass, updated in 2020 with new motor, gearbox, and solenoid, offers both helm and foot controls for anchor handling. These systems make single-handed operation practical and reduce physical effort during maneuvering.
What is included in the electrical and power generation system?
The boat features a 110V/30-amp and 220V/50-amp AC electrical system, a 12V DC system, a Northern Lights generator with low hours, and an Outback inverter-charger rated at 2000 watts with 80-amp charging capability. New batteries were installed recently. This electrical architecture supports extended cruising without shore power and allows simultaneous operation of multiple systems. The dual voltage system accommodates both North American and international dockside connections.
What safety and deck equipment are provided?
Safety equipment includes a Revere 4-person life raft with recent USCG/SOLAS certification, a Rocna stainless steel plow anchor with 5/16 G4 chain, and a Fireboy fire extinguishing system in the engine room. Deck features include navigation lights, a deck wash-down system, a swim platform with ladder, a transom door, dual trumpet horns, and a windshield with wiper and washer system. The boat also has LED flood lights mounted on the roof and steps on the windshield for safe deck access.
What climate control and comfort systems are available?
The Legacy 42 features two reverse-cycle air conditioners with heating capability, providing year-round climate control throughout the vessel. The heating system supports comfortable cruising in cooler seasons and maintains cabin temperature during cold-weather anchoring. Combined with the insulated hull design typical of trawler-style yachts, these systems create a comfortable living environment for extended cruising in varying climates.
What recent upgrades and maintenance has the boat received?
The Legacy 42 has undergone extensive recent service and upgrades including: new Cummins engine head and turbo (2023), new stainless steel rudder shoe (2023), new stern thruster (2022), new windlass with motor and gearbox (2020), new batteries, new Garmin electronics suite (2019), fresh water cooling system service, after-cooler service, and complete interior brightwork refinishing. The hull received a new light grey Awl Grip finish. All service records are available, and work was performed by certified Cummins technicians. This comprehensive maintenance history demonstrates consistent care and investment in the vessel's reliability.

Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by American Marine & Yacht Sales, Inc. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel.

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