Description
SV Yuvamiz – 1983 Tartan 42
Sparkman & Stephens pedigree. Offshore capable. Extensively equipped.
Step aboard SV Yuvamiz, a 1983 Tartan 42 designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built by Tartan Yachts — a combination celebrated for performance, comfort, and enduring craftsmanship. Known for their seaworthiness and elegant lines, the Tartan 42 series has long been respected among bluewater sailors, coastal cruisers, and liveaboards alike.
Whether your plans include extended passagemaking or relaxed cruising, Yuvamiz delivers the proven balance of speed, stability, and comfort that Sparkman & Stephens designs are known for.
Highlights
Proven offshore pedigreeSparkman & Stephens design with cruising performance and racing heritage.
Comfortable interiorWarm teak joinery, a generous salon, and practical accommodations for longer voyages.
Performance sail planResponsive helm, efficient rig, and equipment suited for experienced and novice sailors.
Durability and build qualitySolid fiberglass hull and classic Tartan construction built for decades of service.
Owning a Tartan 42 is not just owning a sailboat — it’s joining a legacy of sailors who value reliability, craftsmanship, and adventure.
Electronics & Navigation
• Garmin 740S plotter• CPT autopilot + Monitor windvane• Garmin-integrated GPS• Raymarine radar• Raymarine ST60 depth sounder• Raymarine ST60 log/knot meter• Raymarine ST60 wind direction• Icom MXA-56000 AIS receiver
Electrical System
• Xantrex TrueCharge 2 battery charger• Renogy solar array – 900 watts total• Dual Victron SmartSolar MPPT controllers• 65-amp alternator• AGM Lifeline House Bank: (2) 4D + Group 27 battery
Sails
• Fully battened mainsail (2019) – good condition• Battened mainsail (2005) – fair condition• Furling Genoa #2 (2021 & 2010) – both good• Lazy jacks – Dyneema, installed 2024
Winches
• Lewmar 48 (x2) self-tailing – 2-speed• Lewmar 40 (x2) self-tailing – 2-speed• Lewmar 30 (x2) self-tailing – 1-speed• Lewmar 16 (x2) non-self-tailing – 1-speed
Rigging
All standing rigging replaced December 2020A major value item already completed.
Interior Equipment
• Propane gimballed oven• Jabsco marine head• Nova Kool refrigerator and deep freezer• Rule-Mate electric bilge pump• Integrated manual bilge pump• Spectra Ventura 2000 watermaker• Kidde #4 fire extinguishers• Fireboy Xintex GC2 automatic engine-room system• Bilge high-water alarm• CO detector• Dual fire alarms• Dual gas sniffers• LPG solenoid switch
Exterior & Cockpit
• Custom cockpit cushions (new 2025)• Teak & holly cockpit table• Swim ladder• Outboard engine bracket
Covers & Canvas
• Sunbrella bimini (new 2025)• Sunbrella cockpit cover (new 2025)• Sunbrella sprayhood (new 2025)• Mainsail cover (2021)• Genoa cover (2021)• Helm cover• Instrument cover• Fender covers
Tankage
• Fuel: 79 gal (aluminum)• Water Tank 1: 80 gal (aluminum)• Water Tank 2: 25 gal (plastic)• Holding: 19 gal (plastic)
Ground Tackle
• Rocna 55 lb – 200 ft of 3/8” chain + 400 ft of 3/4” rode• Danforth 60 lb – 100 ft of 3/8” chain + 250 ft of 5/8” rode• Lewmar Concept 1 electric windlass
Deck switches
Cockpit controls
Remote control
Summary
SV Yuvamiz represents a rare opportunity to acquire a Sparkman & Stephens–designed Tartan 42 with extensive equipment, modern upgrades, and the systems required for serious cruising. With new rigging, strong sail inventory, a full navigation suite, robust electrical system, and upgraded canvas, Yuvamiz is well prepared for her next chapter.
Contact
For viewing or additional information:
Sea of Cortez BrokerageIn partnership with La Paz Cruisers SupplySalvador Cabralescabralesboatyard@gmail.com+52 (638) 112-0204

























