1955 Chris-Craft Commodore 42

OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY!

In 1955 Chris Craft manufactured only forty four boats of this Commodore class 42 model. The offered vessel is number # 10 which was registered with USCG in 1955 as the M/V Mercedes. It is believed to be 1 of 3 left in existence. The Mercedes was manufactured in 1955 and delivered to Seattle (Lake Union/Lake Washington) where she has been moored her entire life. Purchased from The first family around 1976 and owned by the same family ever since the Mercedes has been a common site cruising and exploring the San Juan Islands. Previously the boat has been owned by the same family spanning 3 generations! So it is literally a 3 owner boat since 1955. 

The boat has been fresh water stored its entire existence and kept inside a boathouse safe from the elements. Repowered with Perkins Diesels with 1900 true hours. (meters show 3700 as key was left on one winter) The boat has been lovingly cared for throughout its ownership the boat exudes class and style. From the decks, to the fasteners, to the hull, right down to the vintage refrigerator, no expense was spared in keeping this boat pristine through the years.

GENERATOR: Northern Lights 120v /Diesel.

The boathouse may also be for sale with price TBD. The buyer of the M/V Mercedes gets first right of refusal to purchase the boathouse under a separate agreement. The boathouse is located in Ballard area of Seattle by the locks. Long term moorage lease is also available for the boathouse.

Survey completed with haul out performed 4/2021 with new bottom paint. 

 Other recent upgrades since survey:

• Replaced helm pump.
• Tested/refurbished rudder actuator. Installed/relocated reservoir filler/bleed system.
• Replaced forward and aft heads both with electric ones.
• Installed new electric switches.
• Replaced flooring and vinyl flooring tiles in the aft head.
• Repaired/replaced running and anchor lights and replaced switches at helm
• Replaced all the cabin heaters. (Total count of 3)
• Performed basic generator service.
• Replaced bow washdown pump, pump strainer and hose. Replaced hose and nozzle on forward deck.
• Added a holding tank filter.
• Replaced aft bilge pump (12v 1500 gph)
• Replaced helm seat base with new adjustable base.
• Oil/filter change on both diesel engines.
• Fuel system service. Replaced fuel filters (RAC 2010SM-OR and BLD BF825)
• Replaced fuel bowl drain and vent (RAC RK 30488) Replaced Racor fuel bowl (F/500MA)