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2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore

Cortez, FL, US 42 ft · 12 ft' beam
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$420,000
$390,000
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The 2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore represents a thoroughly modernized offshore fishing platform that combines proven center console design with a comprehensive systems upgrade completed over the past few years. This 42-foot fishing boat has been thoughtfully maintained and equipped with fresh power, contemporary electronics, and renewed interior soft goods that extend its operational life and enhance the offshore experience.

Powered by a 2023 Mercury 400 V10 engine with just 100 hours, this Yellowfin delivers the horsepower and reliability expected from a modern V10 offshore package. The engine is backed by a triple-axle Fastload Trailers unit from 2024, making transport and storage straightforward for a vessel of this class and beam width of 12 feet.

The electronics suite reflects a serious investment in modern navigation and situational awareness. Four Simrad chart plotter screens provide redundant navigation capability across the helm station, complemented by a single Simrad NSO 19 EVO3s MFD (1920x1080 resolution) and two Simrad NSS 12 EVO3 units (1280x800 each) for chart plotting, sounder integration, and system management. A Simrad GO9 XSE (800x480) rounds out the display network. Radar capability comes from a Simrad Open Array Halo-048, paired with a Simrad AP44 autopilot display for hands-free offshore running. Communication is handled by dual ICOM VHF Marine radios—an IC-M424G and IC-M506—ensuring reliable deck-to-shore and boat-to-boat connectivity.

The audio system centers on a JL Audio setup featuring a multi-zone configuration: hard top speakers, helm speakers, forward lounge speakers, and an M800/8 amplifier driving the system. Four Deka Marine Master AGM deep-cycle batteries (two 9A34M and two 8A31DTM Heavy Duty units) supply house power, while LED lighting throughout—hard top overhead, spreader, under-gunnel, and underwater—provides modern illumination and ambient capability.

Onboard comfort and utility systems include a Fletcher Panda PMS 4200 Plus diesel generator with inside-cabin monitor control, Dometic Marine Air Systems VTD8K-HV air conditioning in the helm cabin, and a full head with shower compartment inside the cabin. Shore power and generator switch-over capability, a 120VAC switch panel, and 12VDC distribution support extended cruising or dockside operation. Fresh water and saltwater wash-down pumps serve deck cleaning and fish processing needs.

The fishing layout is comprehensive and purpose-built. Nineteen gunnel and transom rod holders, fourteen molded into the forward helm lounge seat, and six hard top rod holders (including two Kingfish-specific holders) provide ample tackle storage. Six in-deck floor hatches and fish boxes support the catch, while two Hooker livewell pumps and a transom livewell with integrated seat keep bait and smaller fish alive. Two bilge pumps manage water management, and under-gunnel rod storage adds additional tackle security.

The forward lounge features a retractable table with filler cushion for flexibility in seating and entertaining, while forward under-gunnel storage with mesh snap-on netting provides accessible gear stowage. An anchor locker handles ground tackle, and the aft helm seat incorporates a flip-up filet table topped with Sea Dek for comfortable fish processing. Six cup holders positioned behind the helm seat round out the functional details

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This 2009 Yellowfin 42 is an excellent example of a well maintained and updated vessel which has been updated with fresh power, Electronics and upholstery and soft goods in last few years! Don't miss out on the best priced 42 on the market today! Call us to schedule a showing.2009 42 Yellowfin 2023 Mercury 400 V10 100hrs with Warranty Triple axel trailer by Fastload Trailers MFG 2024(4) Simrad Chart plotter screens 2023(1) NSO 19 EVO3s MFD 1920x1080(2) NSS 12 EVO3 1280x800(1) GO9 XSE 800x480Simrad Open array radar Halo-048 A Simrad auto pilot display screen AP44(1) ICOM VHF Marine IC-M424G (1) ICOM VHF Marine IC-M506Black Oak light bar JL Audio stereo system (2) Hard top speakers (2) Helm Speakers (2) Forward lounge speakers (1) JL Audio Amplifier M800/8 (4) Deka Marine Master AGM deep cycle batteries 9A34M (2) Deka Marine Master AGM Heavy Duty deep cycle batteries 8A31DTM LED Hard top over head lights LED spreader lights LED under gunnel lights LED underwater lights Features Fletcher Panda generator diesel Model: PMS 4200 Plus Monitor control inside cabin A/c inside helm cabin Dometic Marine Air Systems Model: VTD8K-HVHead/Shower inside Cabin Head discharge 120VAC switch panel inside cabinShore power/generator switch over Shore power inlet 12VDC Swith panel inside cabin Fresh water wash down pump Saltwater wash down pump (19) Rod holders gunnel/transom (14) Rod holders molded into forward helm lounge seat. (6) Hard top Rod holders (2) Kingfish Rod holders hard top (6) Cup holders behind helm seat (1) Transom livewell with seat over live well (2) Hooker livewell pumps (2) Bilge pumps Under gunnel rod storage (6) in deck floor hatches/fish boxes Forward lounge with retractable table/ filler cushion Forward under gunnel storage with mesh snap on net Forward anchor locker storage Aft helm seat flip up filet table with sea Dek on top 

2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore: A Well-Equipped Fishing and Cruising Platform in Cortez, Florida
Overview
The 2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore represents a purpose-built center console fishing yacht designed for serious anglers and cruising enthusiasts who demand offshore capability, reliable power, and comprehensive electronics integration. At 42 feet in length with a 12-foot beam, this vessel combines the open-water seaworthiness of the Yellowfin platform with recent mechanical and systems upgrades that extend its operational life and performance potential. Located in Cortez, Florida—a premier fishing hub on Florida's Gulf Coast—this example has received significant investment in fresh power, modern electronics, and interior soft goods over the past few years, positioning it as a capable platform for extended offshore expeditions, tournament fishing, and family cruising. The 2009 build year places this Yellowfin in the proven production era of the 42 Offshore model, a hull design respected throughout the offshore fishing community for its seaworthy construction, fuel efficiency, and ride quality in variable conditions. The recent installation of a 2023 Mercury 400 V10 outboard engine with minimal operational hours (100 hours) and manufacturer warranty coverage represents the kind of power plant investment that significantly enhances both performance and buyer confidence. This combination of proven hull design, fresh propulsion, and modernized electronics creates a vessel positioned between older offshore fishing boats and newer models at a competitive price point.
Power and Propulsion
The 2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore is powered by a single 2023 Mercury 400 V10 outboard engine, a decision that reflects contemporary offshore fishing preferences for reliability, fuel economy, and simplified maintenance compared to traditional twin or triple inboard setups. The Mercury 400 V10 is engineered for the 40-plus-foot center console segment, delivering substantial thrust while maintaining the efficiency characteristics that V10 technology has established in the outboard market. With only 100 hours on the engine, this propulsion system is essentially in its early operational phase and carries manufacturer warranty protection, a significant advantage for the next owner. Outboard propulsion on a 42-foot offshore yacht offers distinct operational advantages: reduced weight compared to inboard engines, simplified mechanical systems with fewer through-hull penetrations, improved cockpit space utilization, and straightforward winterization and maintenance protocols. The single-engine configuration prioritizes fuel economy and operational simplicity, though it requires confidence in modern outboard reliability—a characteristic the Mercury 400 V10 has demonstrated across the fishing and cruising markets. The vessel is supported by a triple-axle Fastload Trailers MFG unit manufactured in 2024, enabling dry-stack storage, transport, or repositioning as needed. This trailer infrastructure suggests the boat has been actively managed for preservation and accessibility.
Electronics and Navigation Systems
The 2009 Yellowfin 42 has been upgraded with a comprehensive Simrad electronics suite that reflects current marine navigation and fish-finding standards. The helm is equipped with four Simrad chart plotter screens, providing redundancy, multi-function display capability, and distributed navigation awareness across the helm station. The primary MFD is a 2023 Simrad NSO 19 EVO3s unit with a 1920x1080 display resolution, offering the visual clarity and processing power required for detailed chart work, sonar interpretation, and system monitoring during extended offshore operations. Two additional NSS 12 EVO3 displays with 1280x800 resolution provide secondary navigation and sonar monitoring capability, while a Simrad GO9 XSE with 800x480 resolution serves as a backup or auxiliary navigation tool. This multi-screen architecture allows the captain and crew to monitor navigation, fish-finding sonar, engine diagnostics, and system status simultaneously—a configuration that improves situational awareness and operational efficiency during fishing operations or transit in challenging conditions. The Simrad Open Array Halo-048 radar provides real-time weather detection, navigation assistance, and target tracking, essential equipment for offshore operations where visibility can deteriorate rapidly. The Halo-048 is a solid-state, rotating array radar that delivers consistent performance without the maintenance requirements of traditional magnetron systems. Simrad's AP44 autopilot display screen manages course-keeping and waypoint navigation, reducing helm fatigue during extended cruising or transit legs. Communication is handled by two ICOM VHF Marine radios—an IC-M424G and an IC-M506—providing dual-channel monitoring, emergency capability, and crew communication redundancy. This dual-VHF configuration is common on serious offshore fishing platforms where communication reliability is non-negotiable.
Fishing Features and Deck Layout
The 2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore is configured as a dedicated fishing platform with extensive rod storage, live bait systems, and cockpit ergonomics designed for tournament and recreational angling. The vessel features 19 rod holders distributed across the gunnel and transom, providing secure storage for a complete tackle arsenal. An additional 14 rod holders are molded into the forward helm lounge seating, and 6 rod holders are mounted to the hard top structure, with 2 dedicated kingfish-specific rod holders also integrated into the hard top frame. This 41-rod-holder total capacity accommodates multiple fishing styles, species-specific tackle, and crew fishing preferences. Live bait systems are central to offshore fishing effectiveness. The Yellowfin 42 is equipped with a transom livewell with integrated seating, allowing crew to monitor bait condition and water flow while remaining in the fishing zone. Two Hooker livewell pumps provide redundant circulation, ensuring consistent aeration and water exchange. The livewell seat design maximizes cockpit functionality by combining storage and seating into a single integrated component. The aft helm seat incorporates a flip-up filet table with Sea Dek non-slip surface, a practical feature for field dressing catches and preparing fish for storage or transport. This design keeps the process contained and organized without sacrificing helm comfort or visibility. Six in-deck floor hatches and fish boxes provide secure, insulated storage for dressed fish, maintaining quality during extended offshore trips. Under-gunnel rod storage completes the tackle organization system, keeping frequently used rods accessible while protecting specialized equipment.
Comfort, Seating, and Social Layout
The forward lounge seating area is configured with a retractable table and filler cushion system, transforming the forward cockpit space into a social and dining area during anchored breaks or calm-water cruising. This modular approach maximizes flexibility—the space functions as a fishing platform when the table is stowed and as a comfortable lounge when the table is deployed and cushions are positioned. Forward under-gunnel storage with mesh snap-on netting provides organized stowage for fenders, lines, and deck equipment while maintaining visual accessibility and airflow. The forward anchor locker storage handles ground tackle and associated equipment, a standard but essential feature for cruising vessels. Six cup holders positioned behind the helm seat keep beverages accessible during long fishing days or transit runs, a seemingly small detail that significantly improves operational comfort and crew satisfaction during extended time on the water.
Cabin and Interior Systems
The 2009 Yellowfin 42 Offshore includes an enclosed cabin with head and shower facilities, a significant amenity for overnight cruising, weather protection, and crew comfort. The head features a discharge system with a 120VAC switch panel inside the cabin, indicating either a marine sanitation device (MSD) or direct-overboard discharge capability depending on local regulations and the vessel's operational waters. Climate control is managed by a Dometic Marine Air Systems Model VTD8K-HV air conditioning unit, providing cooling for the cabin space during hot weather or in-port layovers. Air conditioning on a 42-foot center console is a valuable comfort upgrade, particularly for Gulf Coast and tropical operations where ambient temperatures can be extreme. Fresh water systems include a wash-down pump for deck rinsing and equipment cleaning, while a saltwater wash-down pump supports fish cleaning and general maintenance. These dual systems are standard on fishing-focused offshore yachts, allowing crew to manage fish processing and deck hygiene without depleting fresh water reserves. The 40-gallon fresh water capacity supports basic cabin needs, galley use, and wash-down operations for a typical weekend or short-week offshore expedition. The 571-gallon fuel capacity provides substantial range and operational flexibility, a critical specification for vessels planning extended offshore fishing trips or multi-day cruising itineraries.
Power Generation and Electrical Systems
A Fletcher Panda diesel generator Model PMS 4200 Plus supplies 120VAC shore power and generator power distribution, with a monitor control panel installed inside the cabin. This generator capacity supports air conditioning operation, galley appliances, battery charging, and general cabin electrical loads during anchored time or when shore power is unavailable. The integrated shore power/generator switchover system and shore power inlet simpl
Length
42 ft
Beam
12 ft'
Year
2009
Builder
Yellowfin
Model
42 Offshore

Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Silver King Yachts. 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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