2007 Beneteau 42 Swift

Gracie May is a 2007 Beneteau 42 Swift Trawler offering the popular combination of traditional trawler styling, comfortable two-stateroom/two-head accommodations and the ability to cruise efficiently at displacement speeds or cover ground quickly when desired. Powered by twin Yanmar 6LYA-STP 370 HP diesel engines, she has a reported 20-knot cruising speed and 24-knot maximum speed.

Gracie May's layout incorporates a spacious cockpit, protected side decks, bright main cabin with salon, galley and lower helm, two private staterooms, two wet heads and a large flybridge with a second helm and generous entertaining area. The flybridge also provides a dedicated aft boat deck with tender chocks and a mast-and-boom arrangement for tender handling.

Notable equipment includes Raymarine navigation electronics and autopilot, a bow thruster, 2,800-watt inverter, two-zone reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat, dual 30-amp shore power service and a three-sided flybridge enclosure.

With dual helm stations, substantial tankage, comfortable accommodations and the versatile performance for which the Swift Trawler series is known, Gracie May is well equipped for the Great Loop, extended coastal cruising or comfortable seasonal living aboard.

Recent upgrades and maintenance include:

2026

• New Bottom paint
• Propspeed applied
• Magnum 2,800 watt Inverter/charger installed

2024

• 4 - AGM house batteries installed

2023

• 6 - AGM engine start batteries installed

Beneteau 42 Swift Vessel Walk Through

Boarding Gracie May from the swim platform brings you into a spacious cockpit protected by the flybridge overhang. From here, stainless steel stairs with teak treads lead to the flybridge, while protected side decks to port and starboard provide easy access forward. A large sliding glass door opens directly into the main cabin, while side-deck access doors to port and starboard provide convenient access to the galley and lower helm.

Inside, the main cabin combines the salon, galley and lower helm in one bright, open living space. Large windows on all sides provide excellent natural light and visibility. The salon is arranged to starboard with a large settee surrounding a hardwood hi-lo expandable dining table, while extensive hardwood cabinetry and counter space are positioned along the port side.

The fully equipped galley occupies the forward portion of the main cabin to port and includes a side-deck access door. Opposite, the lower helm is positioned forward to starboard with its own side-deck access door, providing excellent visibility and convenient access outside when docking or handling lines.

A centerline companionway leads below to the accommodations. The guest stateroom is positioned to starboard with the guest wet head opposite to port. Continuing forward is the owner's stateroom with a centerline berth and private ensuite wet head.

Above, the flybridge provides a second fully equipped helm along with a large entertaining area. Wraparound seating and a hardwood table are positioned to port, with additional seating and a wet bar to starboard. Aft is a large boat deck with dedicated tender chocks and a mast-and-boom tender handling system. A three-sided enclosure provides additional protection for the flybridge helm and seating areas.

Beneteau 42 Swift Accommodations

Gracie May features a comfortable two-stateroom, two-head arrangement that provides excellent separation and privacy for owners and guests. The forward owner's stateroom includes a private ensuite wet head, while the guest stateroom is conveniently located across from the guest wet head.

When additional sleeping accommodations are needed, the salon settee converts to a double berth, expanding Gracie May's overnight accommodations for additional guests.

Beneteau 42 Swift Main Cabin

The main cabin encompasses the salon, galley and lower helm in one bright and open living space. Large side windows, the aft sliding glass door with retractable screen and expansive forward windshield provide excellent natural light and visibility. The sole is beautiful teak and holly with carpet coverings throughout.

Salon

A large U-shaped settee occupies the starboard side of the salon and provides storage beneath while also converting to an additional berth when needed. A large hi-lo expandable hardwood dining table creates a comfortable dining and entertaining area.

Along the port side, hardwood cabinetry provides considerable storage while maintaining the traditional warm interior character of the Swift Trawler.

Engine room access is conveniently located through the salon sole.

Galley

The fully equipped galley is positioned forward along the port side of the main cabin, keeping the cook connected with the salon while providing generous countertop and storage space.

Galley features include:

• Three-burner Eno gas cooktop with oven
• Tappan microwave oven
• Keurig Coffee Maker
• Vitrifrigo stainless steel under-counter refrigerator with freezer compartment
• Double stainless steel sinks with cutting board covers
• Corian-style countertops
• Multiple hardwood storage cabinets and drawers

Lower Helm

The lower helm is positioned forward to starboard and provides excellent visibility through the expansive windshield and surrounding windows. A side-deck access door allows the operator to move directly from the helm to the starboard walkway, particularly useful when docking or handling lines.

A two-person helm bench with storage below provides comfortable seating, while the port and starboard side-deck access doors provide additional ventilation and convenient access outside. Windshield wipers help maintain clear visibility in inclement conditions.

Lower helm equipment includes:

• Raymarine Hybrid Touch multifunction display
• Raymarine mini multifunction display
• Raymarine HD color radar
• Raymarine autopilot
• Raymarine Tri Data display
• Raymarine ST60+ rudder angle display
• iCom IC-M504 VHF marine radio
• Single-lever electronic engine/transmission controls
• 2 – Yanmar engine indicator panels
• Lewmar bow thruster control
• Plastimo magnetic compass
• Full VDO engine gauges
• Windlass and trim tab controls
• Fusion MS-UD750 stereo

Dining

Dining options aboard Gracie May include the hi-lo expandable dining table in the salon and an expandable hardwood table on the flybridge, providing comfortable dining areas both inside and out.

Beneteau 42 Swift Owner's Stateroom and Ensuite Wet Head

The owner's stateroom is located forward and features a centerline island berth with convenient access from both sides. Portlights, an overhead hatch and lighting keep the space bright, while reading lights provide additional illumination at the berth. Shelving, hanging storage and hardwood cabinetry provide ample storage for extended cruising. The sole is teak and holly with carpeted covers. The stateroom also offers private access to the ensuite wet head.

The private owner's ensuite wet head is conveniently accessed directly from the forward stateroom and includes an electric toilet, vanity with sink, mirror, storage cabinetry and teak deck grate. The integrated shower provides full bathing facilities while maintaining an efficient use of space.

Beneteau 42 Swift Guest Stateroom

The guest stateroom is located aft and to starboard of the owners stateroom. A double berth provides comfortable sleeping accommodations for two, with storage beneath the berth along with shelving and additional cabinetry. Portlights, an overhead hatch and reading lights provide natural light and illumination. The guest wet head is conveniently located directly across the companionway.

Beneteau 42 Swift Guest Wet Head

Located to port across from the guest stateroom, the guest wet head includes an electric toilet, vanity with sink, mirror, storage, integrated shower facilities and a teak deck grate. Its location provides convenient access for overnight guests while also allowing it to serve as the vessel's day head.

Beneteau 42 Swift Flybridge

The flybridge serves as the primary operating station and one of Gracie May's outdoor entertaining spaces. A three sided enclosure provides protection from wind and weather, extending the usability of the bridge throughout the cruising season.

A large J-shaped settee to port surrounds a fold-out hardwood table, creating a comfortable outdoor dining and gathering area. To starboard is a wet bar equipped with a sink and compact refrigerator with freezer compartment, along with additional seating.

The helm is centered forward and provides excellent visibility. Aft of the flybridge is a large open boat deck with dedicated tender chocks. The hinged mast and boom with electric winch provide a convenient tender launching and retrieval system. A Magna propane grill on the flybridge adds another cooking option while entertaining or enjoying time at anchor. The deck is covered with synthetic teak and holly decking.

Flybridge Helm Equipment includes:

• Raymarine Hybrid Touch multifunction display
• Raymarine mini multifunction display
• Raymarine HD color radar
• Raymarine autopilot
• Raymarine Tri Data display
• Raymarine ST60+ rudder angle display
• Single-lever electronic engine/transmission controls
• 2 – Yanmar engine indicator panels
• Lewmar bow thruster control
• Plastimo magnetic compass
• Full VDO engine gauges
• Searchlight controls
• Windlass and trim tab controls

Beneteau 42 Swift Cockpit

The spacious cockpit is protected by the flybridge overhang, creating a useful outdoor living and working area. Stainless steel stairs with teak treads provide access to the flybridge, while the transom door opens onto the fiberglass swim platform.

Multiple lazarette hatches provide access to equipment and storage, while walkways on both sides of the cockpit provide convenient access forward. The large sliding glass salon door creates an easy transition between the cockpit and main cabin.

Beneteau 42 Swift Engine & Mechanical Equipment

Gracie May is powered by twin Yanmar 6LYA-STP six-cylinder diesel engines rated at 370 HP each. The combination gives the Swift Trawler 42 the flexibility to operate economically at traditional trawler speeds or cruise considerably faster when desired.

Engine and mechanical equipment includes:

• Twin Yanmar 6LYA-STP 370 HP diesel engines (port engine 1,427 hours - starboard engine 1,454 hours)
• ZF 80-1 A – 2.8 gearboxes
• Dripless shaft seals
• Racor fuel filters
• Freshwater flush for main engines and generator
• Lewmar bow thrusters
• Hydraulic steering system
• Two-zone reverse-cycle air conditioning and heating system
• Water heater

Beneteau 42 Swift Electrical System

Shipboard AC power away from shore is supplied by an Onan 9 kW diesel generator, while a 2,800-watt inverter provides additional AC power without the need to run the generator. Multiple battery banks and charging systems support the vessel's house, engine and thruster electrical requirements.

Electrical equipment includes:

• Onan 9 kW diesel generator (1,328 hours)
• Magnum 2,800-watt inverter/charger with electrical panel remote
• Xantrex TrueCharge2 40-amp battery charger
• ProMariner ProSport 6 battery charger
• 6 – NAPA Group 24 AGM start batteries
• 4 – Mastervolt AGM house batteries
• Generator start battery
• Dual 30-amp shore power cord system
• 30-amp shore power cord
• Shore power adapters

Beneteau 42 Swift Electronics

Gracie May is equipped with a Raymarine suite of navigation and communications electronics at both the lower and flybridge helm stations, allowing either station to serve as the primary operating position depending on conditions.

Electronics include:

• 2 - Raymarine Hybrid Touch multifunction display
• 2 - Raymarine mini multifunction display
• Raymarine HD color radar
• 2 - Raymarine autopilot
• 2 - Raymarine Tri Data display
• 2 - Raymarine ST60+ rudder angle display
• iCom IC-M504 VHF marine radio

Beneteau 42 Swift Audio & Video Equipment

Gracie May is equipped with entertainment and connectivity equipment throughout the vessel, including:

• SuperSonic flat-screen TV with built in DVD player
• Fusion MS-UD750 stereo
• Alpine speakers
• Stern and Engine Room cameras
• Glomex OTA TV Antenna

Beneteau 42 Swift Deck Equipment

Wide side decks, varnished teak rails and substantial ground tackle contribute to Gracie May's cruising practicality. The bow is equipped with an electric windlass controllable from the foredeck and helm stations, while freshwater washdowns fore and aft simplify cleanup.

Deck equipment includes:

• Lewmar anchor windlass with foot controls and helm switches
• Delta-style plow anchor with chain and rope rode
• Anchor swivel
• Freshwater washdown fore and aft
• Hot and cold cockpit shower
• Stainless steel deck hardware
• Varnished teak handrails
• Fiberglass and teak swim platform
• Magna propane grill
• Manual bilge pump in cockpit
• Stainless steel swim ladder
• Dockside water connection
• Teak and holly cockpit decking
• Synthetic teak and holly decks on the bow, flybridge and side walkways (not on boat deck)
• Bow sun pads
• Hinged radar mast
• Mast and boom tender handling system
• Electric boom winch
• Spreader light
• Searchlight
• Flybridge tender chocks
• Three sided flybridge enclosure
• Bottom Paint (2026)
• Propspeed (2026)

Beneteau 42 Swift Safety & Fire Protection

Gracie May carries multiple fire-protection and safety systems for cruising, including dedicated engine-room fire suppression and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Safety and fire equipment includes:

• Sea-Fire engine room fire suppression systems
• Generator fire extinguisher
• Propane locker
• Dual air horns
• Hailer
• Searchlight
• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Fire extinguishers
• Bilge pumps
• Throwable life ring with rope
• Personal flotation devices
• Multiple boat hooks

Beneteau 42 Swift Exclusions

The following items are excluded from the sale:

• Sellers' personal belongings
• General tools
• Artwork

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.

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