Long-distance yacht with character, history and real potential

There are boats that were built to look good in the harbor.
And there are boats like this Motiva 42 Ketch - built to see the world.
This yacht is no ordinary production boat. It was designed and built in Denmark in 1986 for sailing around the world - robust, well thought-out and uncompromisingly designed for safety. Today, she offers the rare opportunity to acquire a genuine ocean-going yacht with substance - for experienced sailors as well as for anyone who wants to live the dream of setting sail.

⚓ Why exactly this ship?
Genuine blue water yacht - no marketing, but substance

Solid steel hull in demonstrably very good condition
(Sound report from 2021 available)

Skeg-mounted rudder for maximum control and protection

Designed for long voyages, ocean passages and difficult conditions

This is not a boat for summer vacations - but for the Atlantic.

Ketch rig - maximum control, even for small crews

Approx. 120 m² sail area, flexibly divisible

Ideal for:
Strong winds (smaller, easily controllable sails)

Long trips with a reduced crew

Perfect for:
classic cruising sailors, but also the new generation of YouTube and adventure crews who want to travel independently
- Deck saloon + inside steering position - sailing in any weather
- Center cockpit for safety and an overview
- Inside steering position in the deck saloon with:
- Radar, AIS, autopilot, radio, navigation
- Panoramic view - protected and comfortable

➡️ Sailing when others are already in port.

Space miracle with liveaboard qualities
This Motiva 42 is more than just a yacht - it's a mobile home:


Forward: 2 berths + washbasin
Midships: double berth as owner's or sea berth
Wheelhouse: seating area (convertible and usable), navigation & steering position
Workshop area (rare and extremely valuable on long voyages)
Aft saloon: large living area for up to 8 people
Bathroom: shower, hot water, electric vacuum toilet

Perfect for:
Living on board, long-term travel, content creation / remote work

Technology & self-sufficiency - ready for big plans

Ford 6-cylinder (137 hp) - powerful & proven
Completely overhauled in 2011..investment of €15,000

1000 liter diesel tank with gate-filtered 100 liter travel tank→ enormous range

1000 liters fresh water

New electrics (2022, 230V & 12V completely renewed)

Raymarine autopilot, AIS, radar

5 solar panels for self-sufficient living

Eberspächer water-based central heating for cold areas - not connected at the moment
Bathing platform bracket prepared

➡️ This yacht is made for independence.

Refit & condition - honest offer with potential
The ship was extensively refitted in 2021:
✔ New Furlex 404 2x furling systems
✔ New anchor winch (1500W)
✔ Completely modernized electrics
✔ Hull preserved inside with Ovatrol Cip
✔ New paintwork (hull & deck) - all hull windows were overhauled and refitted
✔ Sails checked from 2013 good condition, passat sails available

Important information to be clearly transparent.
This ship is ashore in Lübeck and there is still some remaining work to be done, it is 85% completed. The following tasks are still pending.
- Railing assembly - a weak point of the Motiva in the stern area has already been technically reworked and there are new mounting brackets for the pushpit.
- Windows - the windows in the deck superstructure are tight, but should be replaced
- Side passages - have already been replaced - done
- Heating - needs to be reconnected and put back into operation
- Painting of the upper deck - there are numerous areas that need to be repainted. The stern area has already been repainted, but there is still work to be done from the center cockpit upwards.
- Renew antifouling

Who is this boat made for?
Experienced sailors
Are you looking for an honest, stable and safe yacht for long voyages?
→ Here you get substance instead of high gloss.
New adventurers / YouTube crews
You want to go, learn, travel, document?
→ This ship offers:


Safety for beginners, structure for growth, character for stories!!!

✨ Conclusion
This Motiva 42 is not a perfect yacht.
But that's exactly what makes it so valuable:
She's real.
She is ready.
And it is waiting for someone to take it further.

If you don't just want to sail -
but to set off,
then this could be your ship.

For further questions and details please contact me