Trojan 42 Sea Voyager - DESTINY

Name:DESTINY
Year Built:1968
Builder:Trojan Boat Company (USA)
Model:42 Sea Voyager
Type:Diesel Motoryacht (Express-Style Flush Deck)
Length Overall (LOA):42.30 ft
Beam: 14.50 ft
Depth:3.5 ft
Gross Tonnage:33 (Simplified)
Net Tonnage:26 (Simplified)
Fuel Capacity:300gal
Water Capacity:160gal
Hull Material:Mahogany (Carvel Planked, Bronze Fastened on Oak Frames)
Deck Material:Teak
Flag: United States
Official Number:693712
Manufacturer Hull Number:500-8026
Call Sign:WCZ4205
Service:Recreational (Active Status)
Location:Port of LaConner Marina, LaConner, Washington
Price Improvement:$49,750 USD

Overview

Classic 1968 Trojan 42 Sea Voyager – Beautifully Updated & Comfortably Modernized

This timeless 1968 Trojan 42 Sea Voyager is a standout example of American wooden yacht craftsmanship. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded over the years, she combines the elegant lines and spacious layout of a true classic with reliable modern systems that make her comfortable and efficient for today’s cruising lifestyle.

Mechanical & Performance Upgrades:

Repowered with dependable twin Hino 175 diesel engines

Oversized propellers, shafts, and rudders for improved handling and efficiency

New dripless shaft cooling units

Twin 90-amp alternators on the Hino engines

Smooth Morse electronic engine controls

Efficient 6.5 kW generator

Magnum pure sine wave inverter

680 Amp Hours of battery storage

She cruises comfortably at 10 knots while burning only 4 gallons of fuel per hour total — offering excellent range for coastal cruising, the Inside Passage, or relaxed Pacific Northwest explorations.

Comfort & Liveaboard Amenities:

Webasto hydronic diesel heat throughout the entire boat for all-season comfort

Two spacious staterooms with ample storage

Two heads, one featuring a full shower

VacuFlush toilet for convenience and low maintenance

Generous 160-gallon fresh water capacity

Pull out salon sofa with sleeper bed.

Interior & Systems Upgrades:

New electrical panels and updated wiring throughout

Trash compactor

Ice maker

The interior retains the warm, inviting character of a classic Trojan while benefiting from these practical upgrades that reduce maintenance and enhance livability. With her proven hull design and recent mechanical refreshes, this Sea Voyager is turn-key and ready for her next chapter — whether weekend cruising, extended coastal adventures, or simply enjoying life on the water.

A true gentleman’s yacht with soul and substance.

Contact the listing broker today to schedule a private showing of this beautifully updated classic Trojan 42.

Specifications

Accommodations and Layout

DESTINY features a traditional two cabin layout designed for comfort and functionality, perfect for family or guests. Starting forward:

  • Guest Cabin: Cozy forward stateroom with ample storage and natural light.
  • Forward Head: Dedicated marine toilet compartment for privacy.

Moving aft:

  • Main Salon & Galley: Spacious and well-furnished with large glass windows surrounding the area, providing panoramic views and abundant natural light. Includes an L-shaped galley equipped for easy meal preparation and a comfortable dinette for dining or relaxation.

Aftmost:

  • Owner’s Cabin: Private master stateroom with ensuite marine toilet compartment, offering a serene retreat.

Upper Deck:

  • Command Bridge: 

Access to the enclosed command bridge (express bridge) is convenient from the main salon, with excellent side deck access for safe navigation and outdoor enjoyment. The interior showcases quality boat lumber and classic mid-century styling, blending nostalgia with practicality.

Mechanical and Propulsion Systems

Powered for reliable performance and efficiency:

  • Engines: Twin inboard 175-hp US Marine/Hino EH 700 4-cylinder marine diesel engines.
  • Propulsion: Fixed-pitch bronze propellers driven through Hurth reversing reduction gears and straight stainless-steel propeller shafts.
  • Generator: Emerson 6.5Kw
  • Steering: Hydraulic system with cable propulsion controls for precise handling.
  • Speed and Range: Cruising speed 10kts, Max speed 14kts

Electrical Systems:

  • DC System: Battery-operated engine start and house electrical with over-current protection (OCP), insulated copper wiring, and main engine-driven DC 90amp alternators.
  • AC System: 120-volt loads powered by 30-amp shorepower connections, a 2,500-watt Magnum Energy inverter, or a 6,500-watt Yanmar/Fidelity marine generator set.
  • All new electrical main panel wiring.
  • 680Ah House Bank
  • Magnum Pure Sine Wave Inverter

Bilge and Safety: Nuisance bilge water is managed by electric pumps with automatic controls. Immersed metals, including stern gear, are protected by sacrificial anodes.

Heat Systems:

•Wabasto Hydronic Diesel Heat throughout

•New water heater plumbed through port main engine for hot water underway

Deck and Exterior Equipment

  • Anchor System: 20-kg Lewmar plow-style steel anchor, bow-roller stowed and managed by an Ideal electric windlass.
  • Tender: Aquapro RIB with a 4-hp Suzuki outboard motor, easily launched and retrieved via a Nick Jackson boom arm davit system.
  • Decks: Teak weather decks for superior grip and elegance, protected by marine-grade coatings.
  • Upper Works: Constructed from quality boat lumber, ensuring strength and style.
Listing Broker
mike chinn
Sales Representative

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Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.