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La Principessa

SPECIFICATIONS

Current Price	uS$ 119,900
Vessel Type	Trawlers
Builder	Grand Banks
Year	1978
Location	Savannah, Georgia, United States
Hull Material	Fiberglass
LOA	42 feet
Beam	13 feet
Engine Manufacturer	Ford Lehman
Engine Model	2715E
Engine Count	1
Engine Year	1978
Fuel	Diesel
Max Speed	knots

Trawlers La Principessa

A Great Loop veteran, La Principessa (“The Princess”) is a classic 1978 Grand Banks 42 Classic that has been extensively upgraded and shows like a much newer vessel. Known for her timeless lines, efficient twin Ford Lehman diesels, and warm teak interior, she combines traditional craftsmanship with modern cruising systems—making her a perfect choice for extended cruising or full-time liveaboard life. Aluminum Fuel Tanks!

Lovingly maintained by experienced owners, La Principessa has recently completed the Great Loop, performing flawlessly throughout her journey while averaging under 3,000 gallons of diesel for the entire trip. Major recent updates include new teak decks, aluminum fuel tanks, poly water tanks, a lithium battery bank with Xantrex inverter, and a 2010 Onan 6kW generator. With her proven reliability, thoughtful upgrades, and extensive service records (including ship’s log and oil samples), she’s truly turnkey and ready for her next adventure.

Highlights:

Aluminum fuel tanks and new poly water tanks

Both Salon Doors re-constructed from solid teak in 2022

2010 Onan 6kW generator (approx. 2,500 hours)

400AH lithium house battery bank with 3000W Xantrex inverter

$30,000 teak deck replacement (main & side decks)

2 new ACs 2024

Bottom paint, compound, buff & wax – March 2024

Starboard transmission rebuilt (2019)

Staysail included

9’ Dyer Dhow tender with Sailing rig and Honda outboard included

History of oil samples and ship’s log available

Great Loop Veteran – completed entire Loop efficiently and trouble-free

Located in Savannah, Georgia, La Principessa presents in good condition and represents an outstanding opportunity for anyone looking for a proven, well-equipped trawler capable of coastal cruising, the Great Loop, or comfortable liveaboard life.

Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Great Loop Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

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