1980 Bertram 42, 45.000 GBP

Bertram 42 Motor Yacht 1980
£45,000 – VAT Exempt by Age
Location: Vliho, Lefkas Island, Greece

The Bertram 42 is a legendary American-built motor yacht renowned for its exceptionally strong construction, seaworthiness, and spacious liveaboard comfort. Built in 1980, this classic Bertram combines traditional heavy-displacement build quality with impressive interior volume, making her an ideal long-range cruiser or liveaboard vessel for Mediterranean cruising.
Currently located at anchor in Vliho, Lefkas Island, Greece, this Bertram 42 has recently been cruising extensively around the Greek islands and has proven to be an economical and comfortable cruising platform. Powered by twin Detroit Diesel 425hp engines, the owner reports comfortable cruising at approximately 6 knots and 800 RPM using only around 20–30 litres per hour combined — remarkably efficient for a vessel of this size and displacement.
The yacht offers exceptionally spacious accommodation thanks to her impressive 15ft beam, comfortably sleeping up to 8 guests. The aft master cabin is particularly generous, featuring two queen-size double beds together with ensuite facilities, while the forward guest cabin offers twin V-berth singles with its own ensuite shower and electric toilet. The saloon also converts into an additional comfortable double berth.
The interior benefits from a bright and spacious open-plan galley with excellent natural light, fully equipped with gas hob, oven, microwave, electric kettle, fridge, and separate freezer, making the vessel particularly well suited for extended cruising or liveaboard use.
Recent upgrades include five new 12v batteries installed in July 2025 together with substantial solar panel capacity mounted on the cockpit roof, producing more than enough onboard power for comfortable off-grid cruising. An Onan 6.7kVA diesel generator provides ample additional onboard electrical supply when required.
At the helm, navigation equipment includes Raymarine chart plotter, GPS, depth gauge, autopilot, VHF radio, and stereo system with multiple speakers.
The yacht also benefits from an electronic waste management system for controlled discharge handling, together with a substantial inventory of onboard tools and equipment.
The hull bottom was cleaned in September 2025.

Key Features

VAT Exempt by age
Twin Detroit Diesel 425hp engines
Onan 6.7kVA diesel generator
Extensive solar panel system
Five new batteries fitted July 2025
Spacious liveaboard layout
Sleeps up to 8 comfortably
Two ensuite cabins
Raymarine navigation equipment
Autopilot
Electric toilets
Large open galley
Separate fridge and freezer
Huge forward sunbathing cushion area
5/6 person RIB dinghy
Honda 20hp 4-stroke outboard
Hull cleaned September 2025


Accommodation

Large aft master cabin with two queen-size double beds
Forward guest cabin with twin V-berth singles
Two ensuite shower/toilet compartments
Convertible saloon double berth
Spacious open saloon with excellent natural light

Galley

Gas hob
Oven
Microwave
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Separate freezer

Navigation & Electronics

Raymarine chart plotter
GPS
Depth gauge
Autopilot
VHF radio
Stereo system with multiple speakers
Deck Equipment
Large solar panel array


New white waterproof sunbathing cushions
Tender RIB dinghy
Honda 20hp outboard
Generator
Electronic waste control system

This Bertram 42 presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a strong, spacious, and characterful motor yacht capable of comfortable long-term cruising throughout the Mediterranean.
Viewing available by prior arrangement. Owner onboard between 2nd May and 23rd May 2026.

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