THE BOAT
The Windy 42 Grand Bora captures the qualities that made the Norwegian Windy yard a reference among European sports cruisers: careful construction, strong performance and, above all, a hull and handling character aimed at owners who value the way a boat runs at sea.
This 2006 example is powered by twin Volvo Penta D6-350 diesels, 350 hp each and 700 hp in total. According to the information supplied by Fontnautic, the engines have approximately 600 hours and the latest engine/general service was completed in May 2026. The boat is currently offered in Girona, Spain at €149,000.
About this Windy 42 Grand Bora
The Grand Bora combines a generous open cockpit, swim platform, large aft sunpad and a practical garage beneath the sunpad with substantially more accommodation than its sports-cruiser profile initially suggests.
We describe the layout transparently as two independent double aft cabins plus a convertible forward saloon/dinette. This distinguishes the two genuine cabins from the third sleeping area rather than presenting the boat ambiguously as having three enclosed cabins.
Technical data
- Builder: Windy Boats
- Model: 42 Grand Bora
- Year: 2006
- Type: Sports cruiser
- Construction: GRP / fibreglass
- Hull: Deep-V
- Reference overall length: approx. 12.65 m
- Hull length stated by some references: approx. 11.70 m
- Reference beam: approx. 3.48 m
- Model reference draft: approx. 0.90 m
- Reference dry weight: approx. 7,850 kg
- Fuel capacity: approx. 940 L
- Fresh water: approx. 250 L
- Cabins: 2 independent doubles
- Additional sleeping area: convertible forward saloon/dinette
- Heads: 1 with separate shower
- Reference capacity: up to 12 people, subject to the vessel documentation
- Location: Girona, Spain
Engines and manoeuvring
- Engines: 2 × Volvo Penta D6-350
- Power: 350 hp each
- Total power: 700 hp
- Fuel: diesel
- Drive: stern drives
- Hours: approx. 600 h according to the information supplied
- Volvo Penta electronic controls
- Bow thruster
Electronics and navigation
- Raymarine GPS / plotter
- Raymarine radar
- Raymarine autopilot
- Depth sounder
- Log / speedometer
- VHF
- Compass
- Full engine instrumentation
- Analogue helm gauges
Anchoring and manoeuvring
- Electric anchor windlass
- Anchoring equipment
- Bow thruster
Electrical system
- 220 V shore power
- Battery charger
- Electric and manual bilge pumps
- Hot water
- Electric toilet
- Recessed interior lighting
Exterior and deck
- Large open cockpit
- Aft garage beneath the sunpad
- Large aft sunpad
- Teak cockpit
- Teak swim platform
- Swim ladder
- Cockpit shower
- Cockpit table
- Exterior cushions and seating
- Bimini / sun protection
- Side decks to the bow
- Stainless-steel guardrails
Interior and layout
Forward saloon / dinette
- Large U-shaped seating area
- Adjustable central table
- Convertible sleeping arrangement
- Side lockers and storage
- Deck hatch
Cabins
- Two independent double aft cabins
- Double berths
- Wardrobes
- Opening portlights
- Individual lighting
Galley
- Ceramic hob
- Sink
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Lockers, drawers and storage
Bathroom
- Electric toilet
- Washbasin
- Hot water
- Separate shower with screen
- Storage
- Opening portlight
Maintenance and condition
- Approx. 600 engine hours according to the information supplied
- Latest engine and general maintenance: May 2026
- Further information and documentation available for review
Generator and air conditioning are deliberately not advertised for this specific boat until there is direct documentary or visual confirmation. This keeps the specification of this unit separate from equipment seen on other Grand Boras on the market.
Why this boat stands out
The Grand Bora is more than another twelve-metre sports cruiser. Its appeal lies in the combination of a deep-V hull, twin diesel power, genuine sports-cruiser handling and a surprisingly useful interior. The aft garage and generous outside areas also add practicality that is not always present on boats of this type.
Fontnautic view
The Windy 42 Grand Bora remains a distinctive option on the used market. It does not chase maximum interior volume; its character comes from build quality, seakeeping and the feeling of a serious sports boat. At the same time, this layout provides enough accommodation for family cruising and multi-day trips.
On this example, the combination of twin Volvo Penta D6-350s, around 600 hours, garage, bow thruster, Raymarine electronics and two true double cabins plus a convertible saloon is particularly attractive.
Information and viewing
This 2006 Windy 42 Grand Bora is offered in Girona, Spain at €149,000. Contact Fontnautic for further information, maintenance and documentation review or to arrange a viewing. A sea trial, documentation checks and suitable technical inspections can also be coordinated before completion.
