A Good Deal for Private Owners?
On the second-hand market, recent catamarans under 13 meters (43 feet) in length are few and far between… and often seem to be listed at prices close to those of new boats. But among them, the Leopard 42 deserves attention, if only because it’s being replaced by the Leopard 43, making it a pre-owned catamaran. Designed from the outset to appeal to both private owners as well as charter companies, and with over 200 examples sold, this model already has a wide selection available in the classified ads. Its main strengths are a robust design and proven practicality. So, is this model, launched in 2020, already a good deal?
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The Leopard 42 was not simply an evolution of the 40 but marked a genuine stylistic break within the range. Inspired by the Leopard 50, it features continuous side windows, a redesigned coachroof, including a lounge area actually on the roof, and a significantly brighter nacelle. In terms of design, the lines are modern but lack a bit of originality. Still, the designers’ goal was clear: to preserve the brand’s distinctive maritime DNA while meeting the expectations of a new generation of owners, who are more concerned with onboard comfort than with pure sailing…
