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Largest in the adventurous GLS series from Cruisers, the new 42 GLS clearly shouts “fun on the water.” Certainly, the most visible features are the twin fold-down beach doors that create a spacious swim and lounge platform aft, complete with rear-facing seating. Swim ladders are on each side, and a shower is hidden for rinse-offs.
The cantilevered hardtop, with large sliding fiberglass sunroof, provides full sun protection, and an optional powered Makefast awning slides from the hardtop to cool the transom beach as well.
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The cockpit is unique, with a dinette to starboard that wraps around a custom wood table, while the galley opposite is equipped for entertaining with a grill, fridge drawer, ice maker, sink and storage. Twin bar stools with a counter are thoughtful touches for entertaining.
The skipper enjoys a fully adjustable double bench seat behind a twin all-glass Simrad navigation cluster, with push-button accessory switches and a Mercury joystick for easy maneuvering. Power for the 42 GLS comes from a choice of triple 350 to 450 hp Mercury Verado outboards and, with the midsize 400s, it tops out at 52 mph.
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The forward cockpit, separated by a gas-assisted opening windshield panel and a lower air-dam door to protect the cockpit from wind, is another full entertainment area. The U-shaped bow seating showcases a table that converts into a sun pad, Rockford Fosgate speakers with volume controls, and multiple cup holders. The settee also transforms into forward-facing seats with an elbow rest. A hidden anchor locker conceals a Genius anchor windlass, which can be controlled by foot buttons or from the helm.
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The cabin is reached through a sliding door with built-in screen, and features a spacious private stateroom with a custom berth, reading lights, and inclined backrests for watching the TV. In the main cabin, a convertible U-shaped dinette becomes a full berth, and both areas enjoy great stowage. The head compartment features a sink, electric toilet and stand-up shower, plus more storage.
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High Points
- Beach doors fold out and down to create a spacious platform for easy boarding and swimming.
- Comfortable overnighting for four people belowdecks, with a full head and shower.
- Deep-V dual-strake 21-degree hull is soft-riding and dry.
- Construction is solid and long-lasting, with no wood used in the hull, and a combination of fiberglass infusion and hand layup for maximum strength and durability.
Specs
LOA: 42′0″
Beam: 13′0″
Draft (max): 3′7″
Dry Weight: 27,000 lb. (with power)
Seat/Weight Capacity: Yacht Certified
Fuel Capacity: 403 gal.
Available Power: Triple outboards to 450 hp total
Price: $928,340 (base with triple 400 hp outboards)
More Information
Cruisers Yachts – Oconto, Wisconsin; 800-743-3478, cruisersyachts.com