Oyster 42 Sailing Yacht for Sale – 1999 Build – 12.98m, 2 Cabins, VAT Paid, Sardinia, Italy

Oyster 42 Sailing Yacht for Sale – 1999 Build – 12.98m, 2 Cabins, VAT Paid, Sardinia, Italy

Offered for sale in Sardinia, Italy, this Oyster 42 from Oyster Marine is a fine example of British yacht building at its best. Designed by Holman & Pye and launched in 1999, this 12.98-meter sailing yacht has been privately owned by a single owner and maintained with meticulous care. Registered under the Luxembourg flag, with VAT paid and CE Category A – Ocean certification, she is a rare find for sailors who value pedigree, bluewater capability, and exceptional comfort.

This GRP/polyester monohull yacht has a beam of 3.91 meters and a draft of 1.83 meters, offering excellent stability and performance. Her 12,065 kg displacement and deck saloon layout provide comfort, strength, and ample light below deck. The yacht features an aluminium mast and steering wheel helm, and the white hull emphasizes the vessel’s elegant profile.

She is powered by a Volvo Penta MD-22 diesel engine with 59 HP, paired with a sail drive and 3-blade variable pitch bronze propeller. With 5,500 engine hours and a 425-liter fuel tank, she delivers a cruising speed of 7 knots with reliable efficiency. Additional technical features include shore supply (220V), inverter, battery charger, and 220V plug outlets throughout, making life onboard practical and autonomous.

Accommodation includes 2 cabins and 4 berths, comfortably sleeping up to 6 with the use of the saloon. The aft master cabin and forward cabin are complemented by 2 heads with manual toilets and hot/cold showers. The galley features a gas hob, oven, electric fridge, and sink. A rich custom teak interior exudes warmth and craftsmanship, while the deck saloon layout enhances natural light and outside visibility.

On deck, teak finishes provide a luxurious feel. A bathing platform, ladder, hot/cold deck shower, sprayhood, bimini top (refitted 2025), cockpit table, sun cushions, and aluminium window frames elevate exterior living. Also included is a 2021 Honwave dinghy with a 2023 Torqeedo 2.5Hp electric outboard.

Navigation equipment includes a Raymarine Axiom 7 GPS plotter, Autohelm ST6000 autopilot, ST60 wind instruments, echo sounder, speed log, rudder angle indicator, Furuno radar, VHF radios (2), AIS, position lights, and compass. These electronics offer total navigational awareness for offshore sailing.

The Oyster 42 includes heating, warm water system, CD player, radio, and cockpit speakers. The well-thought-out design and furnishings make it suitable for long-term living or leisurely Mediterranean cruising. Ventilation and visibility are exceptional thanks to the raised saloon and hatches throughout.

CE Category A – Ocean rated, this yacht is perfect for bluewater sailing, transatlantic crossings, or Mediterranean cruising. With her proven build quality and efficient systems, she also serves as an ideal long-term liveaboard or boutique charter vessel.

Upgrades include new sprayhood and bimini (2025), fully battened mainsail (2021), gennaker (1999), Dacron 130% roller furling jib (2017), storm jib (2015), carbon spinnaker boom, and more. All sails and rigging are in great condition. Routine maintenance such as antifouling and engine servicing is current, with complete logs available.

Flagged in Luxembourg under private registration, and VAT paid, this yacht is EU taxed and legally sound. With a transparent ownership history and no prior charter use, the yacht is well preserved and ready for transfer to a new owner within or outside the EU.

Available for inspection and sea trial in Sardinia. Professional marine survey recommended and can be arranged locally. Sales process follows industry standard with escrow handling, documentation support, and delivery assistance available.

Included are dinghy with electric outboard, life raft (6-person), life jackets, EPIRB, fire extinguishers, bilge pumps, dan buoy, and more. Buyers will also receive documentation for spare parts and recent maintenance records. Financing and leasing options may be available upon request.

This Oyster 42 offers a rare opportunity to own a luxurious, seaworthy, and immaculately kept offshore sailing yacht. Contact us today to schedule your viewing or request further details on this remarkable bluewater cruiser.