2013 Bavaria Vision 42

$244,000

Contact Dave at Great Lakes Sailing Co. for more information
dave@michiganyachtsales.com | 231.360.9819

The VISION 42 stands out in particular thanks to her unique, innovative styling and sleek exterior design. On deck there are a range of ergonomic comfort features for both skipper and crew: control, docking and winch mechanisms are in reach for easy manoeuvring. Below deck, a generous lounge area affords additional comfort. Two comfortable cabins and intelligent interior organisation make the Vision 42 a luxury cruiser yacht. It has high-quality, functional furnishings throughout and can sleep up to six persons.

This two owner vessel has spent the majority of her life sailing the waters of Lakes Ontario and Michigan. She has been meticulously maintained to a very high standard and has an extensive log book listing all repairs and maintenance. Recent upgrades include a full cockpit enclosure and Garmin GPS/Chartplotter/ Radar in 2023. Solar panels on the bimini top keep the batteries charged while underway or at anchor. She also features a generator, AC with reverse cycle heat, Inflatable dinghy and lightly used 6 HP Mercury outboard. You will be pleasantly surprised at how well she has been maintained. Call to schedule a showing.

Accommodations

The main salon is forward of the galley. The portside features seating for two, fore and aft of the nav station. The nav station cabinet lowers and can convert into a settee. To starboard is a L shaped settee with seating for 6 and converts into a double berth for the occasional overnight guest. A high low table folds out to make the salon more open and airy. 

Aft of the starboard settee is the head which features an electric flush toilet, single vanity basin and a separate shower stall. There is also a door into a large utility storage lazarette which can also be accessed from the cockpit.  

The forward stateroom features a centerline berth which can be easily accessed from either side. There is abundant storage in a cabinet with a hanging locker and 4 shelves. The ensuite head has an electric toilet and single sink vanity.

The aft stateroom features a king size berth with storage cabinets outboard an a large hanging locker.

Galley

Upon entering the main salon down 5 steps, the galley is to port. The icebox features two top loading compartments and a front loading door with 12-volt Waeco cold plates. A three-burner stove is outboard and aft. There is abundant storage in the galley featuring two drawers and three cabinets to store provisions and domestics. A double SS sink is centerline and within easy reach of the galley countertops. A microwave oven built in outboard.

Recent upgrades

All of the batteries were replaced in 2026

  • House: 3 new AGM 310 Ah 8D Batteries (930 Ah total) 
  • Starter: New Group 31 Battery
  • Anchor / Bow Thruster: New Group 31 Battery
  • LOA 42′
  • Beam 13.3′
  • Engine Hours: 1189
  • Displacement 21,605 lbs
  • Volvo Penta Saildrive D2 40 (38.89 hp)
  • 2-Cabins
  • 2-Heads
  • Storage Cabin
  • Fuel: 55.5 gal
  • Water: 55.5 gal

DECK & COCKPIT

  • Mainsail with UV-Protection, offshore-quality furling system incl. reefing
  • Rodkick rigid boom vang
  • Furlex roller furling
  • Furling genoa 110%
  • Solid wood on side decks, coach roof, cockpit floor, cockpit seats and bathing platform.
  • Stainless steel cleats (6)
  • Cockpit table, electrical height adjustable and foldable
  • Cockpit cushions with moveable backrests
  • Dodger ’23
  • Bimini ’23
  • Full Enclosure ’23
  • Dual composite steering wheels
  • Cockpit shower
  • Cockpit cushions with back rests
  • Upgraded Lewmar cabintop winch
  • Electric Lewmar Evo primary winches
  • Trim control with auto tacking pilot for genoa
  • Secondary Lewmar
  • Electric windlass
  • Rocna primary anchor with 300′ chain
  • Delta anchor
  • Bruce anchor
  • Cast iron wing keel

ELECTRONICS

  • Garmin GMI 10 Bundle speed, depth wind & temp
  • VHF at chart table
  • Garmin GPSMap Chartplotter at helm (new 2023)
  • Garmin GHP Autopilot
  • Garmin radar
  • Fusion Marine sound system with interior & exterior speakers
  • Bow thruster
  • Flat screen TV in main salon

MISC EQUIPMENT

  • 40 amp battery charger
  • Heat exchanger for hot water system
  • Blinds on side window and panoramic windows
  • Deluxe light package with indirect illumination and reading lights
  • Second head forward with upgraded holding tank
  • Additional water tank capacity
  • Upgraded upholstery package
  • 19,000 BYU air conditioning
  • 3 blade folding propellor
  • Third 8D house battery
  • Solar panels on bimini top with smart charger
  • Teak on coach roof and cockpit sole
  • Whisker pole
  • NexGen 3.5 KW generator