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2 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat near Golden Gate Bridge in foggy weather. -
3 / 55 — Sailing yacht Beneteau First 42 (1985) with crew navigating through waves. -
4 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat in dry dock for maintenance. -
5 / 55 — Sailboat anchored in scenic bay with mountainous backdrop, Beneteau First 42, 1985 model. -
6 / 55 — Sailboat Beneteau First 42 (1985) anchored on a serene lake with mountainous backdrop. -
7 / 55 — Sailboat anchored in scenic bay with mountains, 1985 Beneteau First 42. -
8 / 55 — Sailing on a 1985 Beneteau First 42 with scenic mountain views and calm waters. -
9 / 55 — Cozy cabin interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with wooden furnishings. -
10 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 yacht kitchen with wood cabinetry, stove, and sink. -
11 / 55 — Interior view of 1985 Beneteau First 42 yacht bathroom with wooden cabinetry and porthole window. -
12 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat bathroom with wooden cabinetry and compact design. -
13 / 55 — Navigation station inside a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring wooden cabinetry and communication equipment. -
14 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with wood finish and navigation equipment. -
15 / 55 — Interior of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with wood finish and cozy seating area. -
16 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with cozy seating and wooden finishes. -
17 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with cozy seating and wooden finishes. -
18 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with cozy seating and nautical decor. -
19 / 55 — Cozy interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with cushioned seating and wooden accents. -
20 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring cozy wooden cabin and bed. -
21 / 55 — Cozy cabin interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with wooden paneling and bedding. -
22 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring wooden cabinetry and cozy seating area. -
23 / 55 — Cozy cabin interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with wooden furnishings. -
24 / 55 — Bathroom interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 yacht with sink and toilet. -
25 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with safety equipment and layout diagram. -
26 / 55 — Navigation equipment inside a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat cabin. -
27 / 55 — Engine compartment of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, showcasing the engine and wiring. -
28 / 55 — Engine compartment of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, showcasing wiring and components. -
29 / 55 — Interior of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with wooden cabinetry and compact kitchen area. -
30 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat deck with solar panel, docked in marina. -
31 / 55 — Anchor chain on 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat deck, dockside view. -
32 / 55 — Anchor chain and windlass on a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat. -
33 / 55 — Deck view of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with solar panel and rigging. -
34 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat deck with rigging, docked in a marina. -
35 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat deck with rigging in a marina setting. -
36 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with solar panels docked in a marina. -
37 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat docked at marina, clear blue sky background. -
38 / 55 — Electrical control panel of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring switches and gauges. -
39 / 55 — Control panel of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring gauges and switches. -
40 / 55 — Winches and ropes on a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat deck. -
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43 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat on open water, with crew enjoying the view. -
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45 / 55 — Close-up of Beneteau First 42 sailboat mast and rigging, 1985 model, on open sea. -
46 / 55 — Sailing ropes and mast on a 1985 Beneteau First 42 yacht at sea. -
47 / 55 — Deck of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with ropes and winch in sunlight. -
48 / 55 — Sailing on a 1985 Beneteau First 42 yacht during sunset, with crew on deck. -
49 / 55 — Sailboat Beneteau First 42 (1985) cruising near coastal town at sunset. -
50 / 55 — Sailboat Beneteau First 42 (1985) cruising near coastal homes at sunset. -
51 / 55 — 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat with spinnaker, sailing near coastal homes at sunset. -
52 / 55 — Interior view of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring cozy wooden cabin design. -
53 / 55 — Interior view of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, showcasing wooden finishes and cozy cabin. -
54 / 55 — Interior view of a 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, showcasing wooden cabin and seating area. -
55 / 55 — Interior view of 1985 Beneteau First 42 sailboat, featuring cozy wooden furnishings and seating.
Rubicon Yachts / Yachts for Sale / COYOTE
COYOTE
42' 1985 Beneteau First 42
$75,000.00
Last Updated: 2026-11-11
COYOTE
1985 Beneteau First 42 - Performance Racer/Cruiser
A proven offshore cruiser with the performance pedigree to make every sail an adventure!
COYOTE is a well-equipped 1985 Beneteau First 42 that combines the exciting sailing performance of a true racer with the comfort, strength, and practical accommodations of a capable offshore cruising yacht. Designed by renowned naval architect German Frers, the First 42 is admired for its attractive lines, responsive helm, efficient sailing characteristics, and ability to cover miles comfortably and quickly. Unlike many traditional cruising boats of her era, the First 42 offers spirited performance without sacrificing the accommodations and equipment needed for extended cruising.
COYOTE has already demonstrated her offshore cruising capabilities, having successfully voyaged from California to Mexico and returned. This experience speaks to the versatility of the First 42 design, equally at home enjoying an afternoon sail on San Francisco Bay, competing in local club races, or undertaking extended coastal passages. Her powerful sailing rig, easily driven hull, and balanced handling make her especially appealing to sailors who appreciate both performance and passagemaking capability.
Well-equipped, thoughtfully upgraded, and maintained for continued enjoyment, COYOTE benefits from upgraded marine electronics, current maintenance, and cruising equipment that enhances her practicality for her next owner. Her spacious cockpit provides an excellent sailing platform, while belowdecks the First 42 offers the warmth, comfort, and functional layout that have made Beneteau yachts popular with cruising sailors worldwide. Whether entertaining at anchor, spending weekends on the Bay, or preparing for another voyage down the California coast, COYOTE offers a rewarding combination of sailing enjoyment and cruising comfort.
For sailors looking for a genuine performance cruiser rather than a conventional heavy-displacement cruising yacht, COYOTE represents an attractive opportunity. She offers the respected German Frers design pedigree, the established reputation of Beneteau construction, and a history of offshore cruising.
COYOTE is ready for her next chapter - whether racing around the buoys on San Francisco Bay, exploring the California coast, or returning to the warm waters of Mexico.
Make: Beneteau
Model: First 42
Year: 1985
Length: 42ft
Name: COYOTE
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type:
Located In: Santa Cruz, CA
- Category: Sail
- Class: Racers and Cruisers
- Keel: Fin Keel
- Designer: German Frers
- Builder: Beneteau (FRA)
- Beam: 13.17 feet
- Bridge Clearance:
- Min Draft:
- Max Draft: 7.25 feet
- Cabin Headroom: feet
- DryWeight: pounds
- Ballast: pounds
- CruisingSpeed: knots
- Total Engines: 0
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 35 gallon
- Fuel Tank Count: 1
- Water Tank Capacity: 110 gallon
- Water Tank Count: 2
- Holding Tank Capacity: 77 gallon
- Holding Tank Count:2
- Cabins: 2
- Heads: 2
Additional Descriptions
Additional Information
A true racer/cruiser, the Frers designed First 42 is equally at home on the race course or as a high performance cruising yacht with handsome traditional lines and an elegant and practical interior.
Coyote has been actively cruised, raced and maintained by her knowledgeable owner who has owned and sailed boats for many decades.
In 2025, she completed a 5 month cruise in Baja California, Sea of Cortez, and Pacific mainland Mexico. Other recent cruises include a 2021 trip to Baja and the Sea of Cortez, and a 2018 tour of California’s Channel Islands. She has now cruised to Mexico and returned multiple times.
She competed in the 2014 Pacific Cup Race from San Francisco to Hawaii (2nd in division) Now a veteran of two PAC Cup races.
So all her systems are up to date and she is ready to go again on another race or an extended cruise.
A 2021 survey and additional pictures are available upon request to the listing agent.
History
Designed by German Frers and built at Beneteau France, the First 42 is one of the most popular Beneteau models ever made. The boat is extremely versatile with excellent performance for both racing and cruising.
COYOTE has the owners stateroom with a hanging locker and storage bins forward. Adjacent is the forward head. The main salon has sea-bearths with lee-cloths and plenty of storage. All interior lights have been converted to LED.
There is a full size nav station with navigators seat and plenty of storage for manuals, charts and large chartpoltter to starboard and a generous galley to port. The aft cabin features hanging lockers and a double berth set up with an adjustable divider for off shore comfort.
The cockpit has a deep storage locker to starboard and additional storage below the cockpit grate floor. All sailing controls are easily within reach and the boat can be sailed with a full crew, double handed or single handed ( Coyote was the 2008 Singlehanded Sailing Society Season Champion). An 18 ' scoop / swim platform was added during a 2010 refit. The side decks are wide and safe, and forward is a divided anchor locker with double rollers and an electric windlass.
Coyote has undergone significant refits and upgrades in recent years:
- Galley refit including new, separated refrigerator and freezer insulation and mechanicals, new sink, new plumbing and countertops. (2023-2024)
- Nav/electronics refit (2023) and standing rig replacement (2024)
- Electrical/battery refit (2026)
COYOTE HISTORY
Pac Cups 2010 and 2014 (second in division)
Extensive tour of California’s Channel Islands August-October 2018
Mexico - Sea of Cortez, November-December 2021
Mexico - Sea of Cortez and Mainland (Mazatlan to Manzanillo) November 2024 - March 2025
Various cruises in Central California
Safety
Safety
- MOM 8A man overboard module
- Flares
- Tapered wood plugs
- Lifesling
- Jack lines
- Scanmar Emergency Rudder
- Manual bilge pump, cockpit operated (1), below decks operated (1)
- Rule 3700 electric high speed pump ( 3700 gal/hr) with auto switch.
- ACR EPIRB Model RLB-37
Mechanical
Mechanical
- Perkins 4-108 Diesel Engine, freshwater cooled.
- Dual Racor filters with vacuum gauge.
- 3720 Engine hours
- 30mm shaft with S/S Martec folding prop
- PSS Shaft Seal
- Refrigerator and freezer with separate water cooled Isotherm Compact Magnum compressor/evaporators (2024)
Electronics
Electronics
- Starlink Gen. 3 V4 broadband system (2024)
- Raymarine Ray 218 VHF with DCS 4dB antenna and remote RayMic with RG8U coax
- A/P Raytheon ST 6000+ with new Raymarine Drive Motor
- Raymarine P70 Control Head
- Garmin GNX WInd Instrument (2023)
- 2 x Garmin GNX 20 Instrument display (2023)
- Garmin GNX WIND display (2023)
- Garmin gWind transducer with NMEA bridge (2023)
- Airmar Depth/speed/temp transducer with NMEA Bridge (2023)
- Garmin AIS 800 Class B AIS Transceiver (2023)
- NMEA Wifi bridge (2023)
- Garmin GMR 18 Radar gimballed radome mount on backstay (2023)
- Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter/radar/instrument display in cockpit (2023)
- Garmin GPSMAP 1042 XSV Chartplotter/radar/instrument display at Nav station (2023)
- Fusion MS-RA70NSX Bluetooth/AM/FM stereo system with NMEA controls interface (2021)
- Icom M802 Marine SSB Transceiver
- Icom AT-140 SSB Antenna tuner
Electrical
Electrical
- 5 x Power Queen 100ah Lithium house/windlass batteries with BMS- Bluetooth (2026)
- 1 x West Marine group 31, 105 ah AGM engine starter battery (2026)
- Victron Orion-TR Smart 30 amp isolated DC to DC charger- Bluetooth (2026)
- Victron IP22 12v 30amp Battery Charger - Bluetooth (2026)
- Victron BMV 712 Smart Battery Monitor with shunt - Bluetooth (2026)
- Balmar 110 HIgh Output alternator
- Balmar ARS 5 Voltage regulator with alternator temp sensor (2026)
- Manual Combiner and multiple battery selectors with system diagram
- Guest 2433 galvanic isolator
- All below deck lights LED
- 12v or USB charging outlet's at each bunk (6)
- All running lights and tricolor LED
Cockpit and Deck
Cockpit and Deck
- Giot Steering pedestal, guard, cockpit table with drink holder
- 48" Destroyer wheel, powder coated
- Off shore dodger with hand rails, window covers (2021)
- 1 x 19 stainless steel wire lifelines with gates
- Lexan sidelight windows and hatches with covers
- Double bow anchor rollers
- Lewmar Pro H1000 Windlass with Quick hand control (2024)
- Rocna 25 (55lb) anchor with 200’ chain and 100’ rode
- Lewmar Delta 44lb anchor
- Lewmar Delta 25lb anchor w /60 feet chain, 200' rode
- Garhauer mast for Starlink and boom for dinghy outboard transfer (2024)
Rigging and Sails
Rigging and Sails
- Isomat clear-anodized double spreader aluminum mast, keel stepped
- Harken Mk. IV roller furling (2023)
- Garhauer rigid boom vang
- All new standing and running rigging 2023
- Harken integrated backstay adjuster (2021)
- Insulated back stay (for SSB antenna) (2023)
- Running back-stays
- New Spreader tips (2023)
- Dual Spinnaker Poles on adjustable Harken Track
- ALL winches self tailing
- 2 x Lewmar # 58 Primary
- 2 x Lewmar # 48 runner
- 6 x Lewmar # 40 deck
- 1 x Lewmar 16 reef
- 135 % jib
- 90 % jib ( 2023), Main with 2 reefs. Enduro laminate (2021) by Ullman Sails
- Ullman U-Pack (Stack Pack) integrated sail catchment system
- Pineapple 1.5 oz spinnaker with sock
- Pineapple .5 oz spinnaker
- Pineapple cruising spinnaker
- Storm Jib with orange visibility panel
Galley
Galley
- Refrigerator R10 (2x1" R5) insulated with Isotherm Compact Magnum water cooled mechanicals (2023)
- Freezer R15-R20 (3-4x1" R5) insulated with Isotherm Compact Magnum water cooled mechanicals (2023)
- New countertops (2023)
- Single bin sink and new fixtures (2023)
- ENO 3 burner propane stove with oven
- H/C pressure water
- Saltwater foot pump
- Generous storage
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.
Bill Adams
Yacht & Ship Sales
bill@rubiconyachts.com
415-425-5099 - mobile
510-601-5010 – office
3300 Powell St., Ste 105
Emeryville, CA 94608