Moody 425 (1990) – Premium Bluewater Cruiser for Sale in United Kingdom

The Moody 425 from 1990 is an outstanding example of a true bluewater cruiser, presented in excellent condition with extensive upgrades. This 42.0ft sailboat offers luxurious accommodation with 2 double sleeping cabins and en suites, making it ideal for 6 guests on long-term or bluewater cruising adventures in the United Kingdom.

Located in Mid Essex, UK, this 12.80-meter cruising yacht combines manageable size with spacious saloon and well-equipped galley, perfect for live-aboard or extended cruising lifestyles.

Presented in excellent condition and extensively upgraded, this Moody 425 is an outstanding example of a true bluewater cruiser. Designed by Bill Dixon and built to Moody’s renowned standards, she combines comfort, strength and offshore capability. Lying in Leros, Greece, and available exclusively through Williams & Smithells International. Re-powered in 2023 with a Yanmar 4JH5E (just 230 hours), a new prop, shaft, and gearbox, she’s mechanically ready for long-term cruising. Major electrical upgrades in 2023 include a 625W solar array, 3x DS-LifePO4 lithium batteries, Victron monitoring, and a 1600W inverter—ideal for life off-grid. A HFL generator is fitted for backup hot water. Her cutter rig is equipped with a 2022 Elvstrom mainsail and 2017 Genoa, twin spinnaker poles, and an adjustable backstay. The interior layout offers two spacious ensuite cabins, a bright saloon with 6'2" headroom, updated upholstery (2016), and smart domestic comforts like dual fridges, gas oven, and 220V appliances powered via solar. Deck gear includes a Lofrans windlass, Delta and Fortress anchors with 75m chain, solid teak cockpit, cockpit cushions, bimini, and passerelle. Navigation is current, with 2024 autopilot, radar, GPS, and VHF systems. Delivered with a 2025 tender and 2022 outboard. Construction White GRP hull and superstructure Blue/grey non-slip decks Fin keel Keel bolts replaced, rudder stripped and rebuilt 2018 Whitlock wheel steering Machinery Yanmar 4JH5E Installed May 2023. (230 hours) ZF Gearbox installed May 2023 New 3 blade prop May 2023 New prop shaft May 2023 Engine room refurb including soundproofing May 2023 Specialised tools Numerous spares Generator: HFL 4½kva, 1950 hours. Only used to generate hot water via 3kw immersion heater if required. All other electrics powered as below. Electrics Solar installation September 2023. 625 watt panel feeding 3 DS-LifePO4 Lithium batteries allowing off grid power. 1600 watt inverter new September 2023 Victron Battery monitor. Solar , Service and Inverter monitored via Bluetooth direct to Victron app. Sterling PowerPro Charge Ultra 12/60 battery charger 105amp starter battery 2025 3 x DS- LifePO4 Lithium service batteries 2023 Engine room re-cabled as part of electrics upgrade 2023 Shore power cables (last used 2023) Tankage Fuel 1 x 280l mild steel tank (New May 2022) Water 2 x 200l. aluminium tanks (Starboard tank replaced 2018) Holding tank 1 x 75 litre polypropylene rigid tank. Rig and Sail Kemp/Selden mast with mast steps 10mm s/s standing rigging 8mm s/s on lowers and runners All standing rigging replaced in 2001 prior to Circumnavigation Inner forestay replaced 2006 Outer forestay replaced 2007 Adjustable backstay 2 x Selden spinnaker poles Elvstrom Dacron main sail 2022 Elvstrom Dacron Genoa 2017 Accommodation Sleeps 4 in 2 ensuite cabins, one forward, one aft, plus 2 in saloon Saloon and cabin upholstery replaced in 2016. Full 6'2” headroom throughout 2 x Shower rooms with electric shower pumps. Jabsco manual flush in both foreword and aft heads. Hot and cold pressurised water system 220v Immersion heater and calorifier Domestic 2 12 volt fridges which can be run 24/7 at full power through the solar installation. 2 burner gas stove with fiddles, oven. Fireboy-Xintex gas safety system. Propane fume detector and valve controlled gas supply. 2 camping gaz gas bottles in dedicated ventilated deck locker. Kitchen utensils, pots and pans, china, cutlery and glassware etc 220v low wattage electric kettle which can be run through the inverter. 220v low wattage toaster as above Low wattage induction hob ..cook by sun power ! Sheets and towels for 4 people Clock, barometer and hygrometer Lighting LEDs, fluorescent tubes only in the heads. Deck Solid teak washboard with lock Perspex washboard Lofrans Caymen horizontal winch (1000 watt) (2016). Controlled at winch with handheld controller (Quick controller) or from the cockpit 23kg Delta Anchor 23kg Fortress 75m 10mm calibrated chain, re-galvanised in 2012 Deck shower on sugar scoop Stern swimming ladder Spray hood with frown zipper Bimini with side and stern screen attachments Hatch covers 6 x Polyform fenders Stern fender Aluminium folding passerelle with 2 fitting points and stanchions Teak cockpit table and glass holder Solid teak on cockpit sole and seats (renewed 2016) 3 x Winch handles Sunbrella cockpit cushions, vinyl sunbathing cushions LED cockpit light LED anchor light Stern lines, spare warps etc… Bosun's chair Navigation Raymarine ‘Smartplot’ Autohelm (2024) Furuno radar, 2001 Garmin GPS 551, 2012 (AIS ready) Polaris 115 steering compass on Whitlock binnacle Raymarine, log, depth sounder and wind instruments Icom SSB M-710 (not connected) Navman VHF Cobra marine handheld VHF MRHH350 FLT EU. Autohelm hand-bearing compass Various charts and pilot books for Med Tender 2.1 Arimar (2025) 2.3 Honda 4 stroke outboard (2022) Safety 4 Man Plastimo Valise Cruiser Standard life raft, serviced to 2025 2 x Inflatable harnesses 2 x Lifejackets 3 x Dry powder fire extinguishers Fire Blanket in galley

Key Features of the Moody 425

• Length: 42.0ft (12.80m) cruising yacht
• Year Built: 1990, extensively upgraded
• Guest Capacity: 6 guests across 2 cabins
• Cabins: 2 double sleeping cabins with en suites
• Condition: Excellent, with solar panels and new upholstery
• Price: GBP 57,500
• Location: United Kingdom (Mid Essex)

The Moody 425 is renowned for its comprehensive navigation area and bluewater capabilities, making it a reliable choice for serious sailors.