1986 Tayana 42 DELLA THERESE

DELLA THERESE – 1986 Tayana Vancouver 42 Cutter

Location: New Bern, NC

Asking Price: $124,900

Designer: Robert Harris

Builder: Ta Yang Yacht Building Co., Taiwan

LOA: 41’8” | Beam: 12’6” | Draft: 5’11” | Displacement: 29,903 lbs

Engine: Perkins 4108 (50 HP, 940 hrs, overhauled 2018)

Generator: Kubota/Apollo 4 kW

Description

The Tayana Vancouver 42 is a proven bluewater voyager—strong, balanced, and ready for distance cruising. Della Therese has been maintained in good structural and cosmetic condition, as confirmed by her 2022 marine survey. With no signs of blistering or delamination, freshly painted bottom, and a comprehensive equipment list, she’s ready to go offshore in comfort and confidence.

Her solid fiberglass hull, deep cutter rig, and heavy displacement provide the sea-kindly motion and safety this design is famous for. Inside, you’ll find a warm teak interior, a practical offshore galley, and accommodations for extended cruising or liveaboard life.

Highlights

• New Dometic 16K BTU Air Conditioning
• Watermaker
• Perkins 4108 (50 HP) – only 940 hours, overhauled 2018
• 4 kW Kubota/Apollo Generator
• (2) 175W Solar Panels with ProMariner Charger
• Racor fuel filtration system
• Full suite of electronics – Raymarine & Furuno GPS, depth, and VHF
• New standing rigging (2018), anodized mast and spreaders
• Sail inventory: Full-batten main, staysail, roller furling yankee, 110 genoa, and gennaker – all in good condition
• Ground tackle: 65 lb Manta + 25 lb Danforth, each with 300’ chain and 300’ nylon rode
• Stainless stanchions and hardware, dual bow rollers, electric windlass
• 150 gallons of water (stainless tanks), 140 gallons diesel
• 12V refrigeration, 10-gal water heater (electric & engine)
• 6-person life raft and EPIRB
• Teak interior and cockpit, all in serviceable condition

Survey Summary (Oct 2022)

The vessel was inspected in and out of the water and found to be in good condition overall, with maintenance-level recommendations only.

• No hull voids, delamination, or blisters observed
• Good mechanical condition, alignment verified, no leaks

Surveyor’s conclusion:

“The Tayana 42 was found to be in good condition. The points listed are maintenance in nature and do not represent major or structural deficiencies. This boat is considered an adequate insurance risk in port and at sea.”

Accommodations

• Forward cabin with V-berth and hanging lockers
• Full head with shower
• Spacious salon with settees port and starboard
• U-shaped galley to starboard with double stainless sinks, propane stove/oven, and large refrigeration
• Quarter berth aft
• Teak joinery throughout

Remarks

The Tayana Vancouver 42 is one of the most respected offshore cruisers ever built—known for its balance, stout construction, and seaworthy design. Della Therese combines this pedigree with a robust cruising inventory and recent mechanical upgrades, making her an ideal choice for a sailor planning serious passagemaking or comfortable liveaboard life.