Fairline Squadron 42 - How Well Does This 42ft Flybridge Hold Up 10+ Years On? 🛥️⏳

Join us for a full walkaround of this Fairline Squadron 42 from 2011, finished in a classic steel blue (or is it grey-blue? 🤔). This lovely flybridge cruiser is currently for sale at our Essex HQ, and we’re giving it the full tour from hull to helm and everything in between. As always, we break down not just the boat itself, but also the running costs, finance options, and why this might just be one of the best value Fairlines out there today. We kick things off with a look beneath the hull while it’s out of the water, showing off that simple and reliable shaft drive system. You’ll also see the clever tender lift mechanism, a rare feature in boats from this era, and the smart touches at the stern-tent pole-style canvas supports that give a really clean look. Inside, there’s plenty to like: a spacious cockpit with a reversible seat, great locker space, and a sociable saloon layout with that distinctive mid-galley design. Step below decks and you’ll find two cabins and two heads, all finished with care and featuring a splash of jade upholstery that really brings the space to life. The master has a light and airy feel thanks to Fairline’s signature use of glass, and the ensuite bathroom even passes the (in)famous floss test 🪥. Up top, the flybridge is well equipped and full of potential, and the Volvo D6-370 engines offer solid performance with clear running cost estimates detailed towards the end. Whether you’re browsing, buying, or just dreaming, this walkthrough gives you a real sense of what it’s like to own a Fairline in this class. It’s smart, safe, and packed with practical features that still hold up more than a decade on. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and exterior look 01:12 – Back of the boat 01:57 – Cockpit seating and storage 03:27 – Saloon walk-through 05:04 – Helm station details and controls 06:28 – Galley and sociable layout 07:37 – Cabins and heads tour 09:54 – Flybridge 10:48 – Engine room 11:22 – Cost breakdown: buying, fuel, and maintenance 13:59 – JB's Measure of Pleasure 15:23 – Summary and sign-off 🔔 Like & Subscribe for more exclusive factory tours and boat reviews! ABOUT 🚤 Boats.co.uk offers boats ranging from £5,000 to £20 million, ensuring we have the perfect boat for every need and budget! Established in 1969, Boats.co.uk is the UK’s No.1 boat sales and service company, proudly supplying Fairline, Williams, Kawasaki, Sea Ray, and Parker. Whether you’re looking for a luxury yacht or a family cruiser, we’re here to help. BOATS FOR SALE 🔎 Check out our current inventory here: https://www.boats.co.uk/searches/ 📩 SIGN UP TO KEEP UP Keep up to date, sign up to our newsletter: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/i/76A23A4CEADA3A5E