Palmer Johnson 42' 42

Classic 1976 Palmer Johnson 42’ “Divertimento” – $56,000

Location: Kewaunee, Wisconsin

Step aboard “Divertimento”—a beautifully maintained 1976 Palmer Johnson 42-footer, masterfully crafted for cruising the Great Lakes. Built with integrity by one of the world’s finest boat builders, this vessel blends timeless style, modern upgrades, and proven performance. She’s fast, fun, safe, and ready for her next adventure!

Impeccable Condition & Recent Upgrades

• Welded aluminum hull & deck with high-gloss Awlgrip finish (2008)—still in excellent condition
• Engine: Original 23hp Volvo diesel, completely rebuilt by a professional mechanic in 2025 (receipts available)
• Hydraulic drive system fully rebuilt in 2025; new hydraulic lines protected from chafing
• Fin keel (8,000 lbs. lead, 8’ draft), carbon fiber rudder, and tiller steering
• Deck: New Treadmaster non-skid (2007), flush deck, Lexan hatches, high-grade hardware
• Sail inventory: Loaded with sails for every wind and weather condition (see below)
• Sail-handling: 11 Harken, Barient & Barbarosa winches, Harken mainsheet/traveler, Forespar solid boom vang, Harken roller furling (rebuilt 2008)
• Rigging: All standing rigging checked by specialist in 2008; new headstay (2008)
• Safety: Six new automatic inflatable PFDs, horseshoe buoy, Avon 3-person life raft, and multiple fire extinguishers

Premium Ray Marine Electronics

• E-120 Chart Plotter (Great Lakes charts)
• Radar, GPS, Depth Sounder, Sumlog, Wind System
• Type 2 Wireless Auto Pilot, AIS, VHF radio, and more
• New Blue Sea electric panel, 2 brand new 8D AGM batteries (2024), solar panel, 2000-watt inverter/charger

Exceptional Equipment & Comforts

• Anchoring: Maxwell windlass (VWC2200), Bruce 30kg anchor, two Danforth anchors, 300’ hi-test chain, anchor roller & davit
• Galley: Spacious, with Force 10 gimbaled gas stove/oven, Scandvik stainless sink, Isotherm refrigerator/freezer, separate freezer, microwave, ample stowage, and full utensils
• Water: Two 50-gallon stainless tanks, IsoTemp water heater, Jabsco pump, pressure tank, all hoses to ABYC standards
• Head: Jabsco electric flush, 35-gallon poly holding tank
• Comfort: Sleeps 7 in salon, forward, and aft staterooms; Naugahyde settee cushions; Samsung 26” LCD TV
• Dinghy: Inflatable Avon with new Mercury 5hp outboard (Edson bracket)
• Custom cradle included—can be pulled behind a car

Sails (Appraised & Upgraded)

• Main (9/10 oz., fair), Genoa #1 (Kevlar, good), Genoa #2 & #3 (Dacron, excellent, new 2011), additional genoas and spinnaker
• Sails ) + $7,040 in new sails (2011)
• Blue canvas sail cover

Additional Features

• Three automatic bilge pumps
• Stainless steel pulpit, stanchions, and lifelines
• All wiring and hoses comply with ABYC standards
• Shore power, heavy-duty cord, polarity indicator, high-output alternator
• Ample fenders, lines, and safety gear

Notes

PFDs Owner has on board six new automatic inflatable life vests which qualify under

USCG regulations as Type V with Type III performance. There is also a horseshoe buoy

as a Type IV throwing device. Regulations require one Type I, II, III or V per person, plus

one Type IV throwable device.

DINGHY/OUTBOARD/AUXILIARY TO DIESEL Avon 3-person in good condition.

Mercury 5hp shortshaft outboard motor w/Edson mounting bracket – new in 2013.

TACKLE

Type Condition

Anchor Bruce 30KG(66#); two Danforth Type 1 30# w/

150’ of 9x16” nylon line; one 15# Excellent

Windlass Maxwell windlass VWC2200 w/chain stop Excellent

Anchor davit Anchor roller on bow Excellent

Chain ACCO/g-4 Hi-test chain, 300’ Excellent

Rodes Yes Adequate

Winches Three #26 Barient; two #55.2 ST Barbarosa; two #48 ST

Harken (11 total) Excellent

Chain plates Heavy-gauge welded to hull Excellent

SAILBOAT RIGGING*

Type Condition

Mast Aluminum, steps on keel Serviceable

Standing rigging 1x19 stainless steel wire rope, no cracks noted Serviceable

Stays 1x19 stainless steel wire rope, no cracks noted Serviceable

Running rigging NavTech hydraulic backstay & baby stay Serviceable

adjuster Fore spar mechanical boom vang

Type of rig Sloop

Jib sheet winches see above

Main sheet winch see above

Halyard winches see above

Mizzen winch none

Headstay new in 2008 Excellent

Roller furling by Harken (system rebuilt 2008) Serviceable

*Owner reports all rigging checked by rigging specialist in 2008 prior to launch.

TANKS & FUEL LINES

Type Condition

Fuel type Diesel, stainless steel, new in 2003 Excellent

Capacity 35-gallons

Location At stern

6Condition

TANKS & FUEL LINES, cont.

Filler hose Rubber fuel hose

Water separators Yes

Tanks vented Yes

Fuel lines Comply with ABYC standards

Ventilation/blowers Not applicable for diesel fuel

Shut-off valves Yes

Spare fuel storage No

LP tanks Trident Marine LP gas system Excellent

Safety concerns None, installed per ABYC standards

Outboard motor Mercury 5hp with Edson bracket New

Lines/hoses Comply with ABYC standards Serviceable

FENDERS Assorted, adequate in size and number for this size vessel.

HEAD & BLACK WATER Condition

Head is a Jabsco electric flush head Excellent

Holding tank is a 35-gallon poly tank w/deck access Excellent

WATER

Type Condition

Tanks: capacity Two 50-gallon in two stainless steel tanks Excellent

- Location Under port and starboard settees

- Secured Yes

- Inspected Yes

- Material Stainless steel

Lines/hoses Comply with ABYC standards Serviceable

Water heater IsoTemp Slimline 25 30.75”x12”

115v/800w stainless steel Excellent

Water pump Jabsco Sensor Max 14 3.7gpm 12v. Excellent

Water pressure tank Yes Excellent

Galley sink mixer faucet Scandvik #10438 Excellent

TACKLE

Type Condition

Anchor Bruce 30KG(66#); two Danforth Type 1 30# w/

150’ of 9x16” nylon line; one 15# Excellent

Windlass Maxwell windlass VWC2200 w/chain stop Excellent

Anchor davit Anchor roller on bow Excellent

Chain ACCO/g-4 Hi-test chain, 300’ Excellent

Rodes Yes Adequate

Chain plates Heavy-gauge welded to hull Excellen

SAILBOAT RIGGING*

adjuster Forespar mechanical boom vang

Type of rig Sloop

Jib sheet winches see above

Main sheet winch see above

Halyard winches see above

Mizzen winch none

Headstay new in 2008 Excellent

Roller furling by Harken (system rebuilt 2008) Serviceable

Divertimento is a rare opportunity to own a classic, performance-oriented Palmer Johnson that’s been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded. She’s turn-key and ready for her next owner to enjoy unforgettable adventures on the water