1996 S & J 42 DS CB, EUR 280.000,-

S & J 42 DS CB ALU Ketch Ocean Cruiser

High-quality custom-built yacht featuring a raised deck saloon, fully retractable centerboard (draft 2.50–1.15 m / 8’2”–3’9”), twin skeg-protected rudders, drying-out capability, aluminum construction, first launched in 2000, German flag, and EU VAT paid.

Current location: Colombia, en route back to Portugal.

SV ALETIS is an exceptionally solid aluminum bluewater yacht with a deck saloon, centerboard, and ketch rig. Thanks to the fully retractable centerboard (2.50–1.15 m / 8’2”–3’9”), she combines excellent upwind performance with shallow-water accessibility. Her robust construction with skeg-protected twin rudders, extensive technical upgrades over recent years, and high level of self-sufficiency make her an ideal yacht for long-distance cruising and worldwide adventures.

SV ALETIS has been exclusively privately owned and has never been chartered.

Major Technical Investments in Recent Years

• Complete new propulsion system installed in 2021
  
• New VARIPROP installed in 2023
  
• Complete standing rigging on both masts renewed in 2026
  
• New cockpit teak benches installed in 2026
  
• Extensive electrical modernization
  
• Lithium battery bank
  
• Modern NKE navigation systems
  

Such an uncompromising combination of an aluminum hull, raised deck saloon, fully retractable centerboard, skeg-protected twin rudders, and a ketch rig is extremely rare on today’s market.

The completely new engine, gearbox, shaft, and all bearings were installed at the end of 2021. The new VARIPROP GP 112 LH four-blade propeller was added in 2023.

Interior

After entering the yacht, only three comfortable steps lead down into the beautiful raised deck saloon with panoramic visibility.

To starboard, you will find the new Philippi electrical control panel, all instruments and displays, and a large navigation station with extensive storage and seating. To port, there is the main seating area and the interior helm station equipped with two joysticks for steering and bow thruster control. Beneath the seating area, a staircase leads to the technical and engine room.

Through the aft door, you enter the owner’s cabin with a large double berth measuring 2.00 x 1.40 m, a private wash basin, and abundant storage space. From here, another door provides access to an enormous storage compartment housing part of the yacht’s technical equipment.

Moving forward from the deck saloon, the port side features a perfectly designed open galley equipped with a three-burner gas stove, oven, and a large refrigerated storage compartment.

To starboard is the head compartment with wash basin, lockers, shower, and an extra-large marine toilet.

Further forward lies a spacious second saloon with a versatile table that can be folded, lowered, and rotated for use in both saloon areas, accompanied by additional storage throughout.

Through another door, you enter the forward cabin with a large double berth measuring 2.00 x 1.40 m. This cabin also offers a large wardrobe, numerous storage compartments, and a watertight service hatch providing direct access to the anchor locker.

All lighting throughout the yacht has been converted to LED technology. Excellent ventilation is ensured by three large deck hatches, multiple opening ports, and several ventilators and deck vents. Original mosquito screens are fitted for all windows and openings.

Custom-made premium comfort mattresses have been installed in all berths and for the cockpit cushions.

Equipment

Original Selden ketch rig, complete standing rigging on both masts renewed in 2026. Genoa and jib on Furlex S300 and S200 furling systems. Fully battened mainsail and mizzen, storm jib, and Dacron sails in good condition.

9 self-tailing two-speed Harken/Allpa winches.

Lofrans Project X2 anchor windlass, 24 Volt, 1500 Watt, with 10 mm chain gypsy and capstan, operable from both inside and outside as well as via wireless remote control.

80 meters of certified 10 mm galvanized anchor chain from Germany.

25 kg galvanized Rocna bow anchor with twist swivel and bow roller.

20 kg galvanized Danforth stern/spare anchor with 50 meters of rode.

Rheinstrom 2500/BR45 maintenance-free 24 Volt bow thruster, operable from both inside and outside.

NKE Navigation Package

Premium NKE cruising package including:

• Exterior multifunction display
  
• Exterior PAD Pilot
  
• MULTIGRAPHIC display with autopilot control below deck
  
• Wind sensor
  
• Regatta compass
  
• High-frequency GPS with over-ground true wind option
  
• Rudder feedback sensor
  
• Speed and depth interface
  
• Echo sounder sensor
  
• Paddle wheel speed sensor
  
• Gyropilot 2 computer with gyrometer
  
• 12V clutch option for JEFA drive integration
  
• True wind mode and SOG reference for Gyropilot 2
  
• Analog autopilot joystick
  
• Jefa DD1 Direct Drive Type 1 with 150 kgm thrust, 12 Volt
  
• WiFi box
  
• Flexible mounting arm for multifunction display
  
• HR100 barometer with NMEA and alarm outputs
  
• Gyropilot remote control with integrated MOB function
  

The complete NKE system can additionally be monitored and controlled via smartphone or iPad.

Lowrance HDS8m chartplotter.

NAVICO NAIS-300 Class B AIS transceiver.

Simrad R590s VHF system with one wired remote station, one wireless remote station, and two Icom IC-M25 handheld VHF radios.

Icom IC-7200 SSB/HF radio with Icom AT-141 automatic antenna tuner.

Starlink Gen2 internet system.

Yachtrouter 2 LTE with alarm functions and four antenna connections for maximum LTE and WiFi reception in marinas. Dual SIM capability significantly reduces communication costs when using local SIM cards abroad. External antennas (and optional amplifiers) provide LTE ranges of up to 15 nautical miles.

MAR 10 LTE/WiFi multiband antenna.

ECHOMAX Active-X radar enhancer.

Lowrance Broadband Radar 3G.

Electrical Systems

Victron EasyPlus Compact 12/1600/70 with Multi Control.

Additional Victron 12 Volt and 24 Volt battery chargers with Bluetooth connectivity.

Victron MPPT controllers:

• 2 × MPPT 75/15
  
• 1 × MPPT 100/30
  

500 Watts of solar power:

• 300 Watts Solbian HR series on the deck saloon roof
  
• Two foldable 100 Watt panels mounted on the stern rail.
  

230 Volt shore power system with galvanic isolation transformer.

Electrical systems:

• 12 Volt service systems
  
• Engine starter system
  
• Centerboard hydraulic system
  
• 24 Volt systems for bow thruster and anchor windlass.
  

The entire onboard electrical system has been extensively modernized and completely rebuilt. It is fully two-pole wired, equipped with fault-current monitoring, and features a completely new Philippi electrical panel.

Battery configuration:

• 2 × LiFePO4 batteries, total 12V / 560 Ah (house bank)
  
• 1 × AGM Optima 12V / 50 Ah (engine starter)
  
• 2 × AGM Optima 12V / 55 Ah connected in series for 24V (bow thruster and windlass)
  
• 1 × AGM Optima 12V / 50 Ah (centerboard hydraulics)
  
• 1 × AGM Optima 12V / 50 Ah spare battery
  

Honda EU10i portable generator.

Comfort Equipment

FUSION MS-UD650 entertainment system with Uni-Dock, AM/FM radio, Bluetooth, 2 × USB, 2 × AUX, iPod, iPhone, MTP, and SiriusXM™ readiness.

FUSION MS-AM702 two-channel marine amplifier.

Premium JBL sound system.

Wallas VIKING AIR diesel heating system (950–3000 W) with dedicated fuel tank.

Stainless steel freshwater pressure system and Isotherm water heater (230V / 750W), also heated via the engine cooling circuit.

Katadyn Survivor-06 emergency watermaker for the life raft.

Windpilot Pacific windvane self-steering system.

Magma stern barbecue grill.

Safety Equipment

• 4-person life raft in hard case
  
• JONBUOY Carbon recovery system
  
• DANBUOY Carbon with life ring
  
• AIS personal transmitter for life jacket
  
• ACR GlobalFix V4 EPIRB
  
• Iridium 9575 Extreme satellite phone with full equipment package
  
• Multiple automatic inflatable life jackets and safety harnesses
  
• Complete signaling and flare kit
  
• Remote control system with automatic MOB (Man Overboard) function
  

Tender Package

• TrueKit Navigator (2025), 3.0 m
  
• Tohatsu 9.8 HP outboard engine
  

SV ALETIS is an exceptionally robust, extensively upgraded, and fully equipped bluewater yacht, ready to depart immediately for new long-distance cruising adventures.

She represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly capable aluminum expedition yacht combining a raised deck saloon, fully retractable centerboard, twin skeg-protected rudders, and a traditional ketch rig.

The vessel has always been privately owned, meticulously maintained, and has never been chartered.

Specifications are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed. Subject to prior sale, errors, omissions, or changes without notice.

This is a private sale and the vessel is sold without warranty, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

I have probably forgotten a few details, so please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. For serious buyers, online viewings, onboard inspections, and sea trials can be arranged by appointment.