The Grand Soleil 343, introduced in 1985 and produced until approximately 1992, represents a pivotal era for Cantiere del Pardo, during which the shipyard earned its reputation as the "Italian Nautor Swan." Designed by Alain Jezequel, the 343 was a sophisticated evolution of the earlier Grand Soleil 34. It was conceived during a transitional period in yacht design where the raw speed of IOR (International Offshore Rule) racing hulls was being tempered by a growing demand for Mediterranean cruising elegance. The result was a hull that combined a 3.43-meter beam—proportionally generous for the time—with a refined, low-profile coachroof and a performance-oriented underwater profile.
Grand Soleil 343 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Grand Soleil
- Model
- 343
- Builder
- Grand Soleil (Cantiere del Pardo)
- Designer
- Alain Jezequel
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $40,055 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $34,164 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $41,233 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $34,007 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $42,411 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau 343 | 35.5' | $80,000 | 79 | 26 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 | 43.34' | $115,175 | 46 | 18 |
| Grand Soleil 43 (J&J Design) | $154,346 | 44 | 23 | |
| Grand Soleil 50 (1998) | $246,807 | 26 | 8 | |
| Grand Soleil 45 German Frers | 44.25' | $212,053 | 25 | 9 |
| Grand Soleil 40 | $138,424 | 24 | 11 | |
| Grand Soleil 46 (Frers) | $111,799 | 18 | 5 | |
| Grand Soleil 37 | 38.06' | $117,807 | 9 | 7 |
| Grand Soleil 39 | 40.03' | $223,834 | 9 | 3 |
| Grand Soleil 343 | $40,055 | 5 | 1 | |
| Grand Soleil 45 Performance | 45.6' | $217,944 | 3 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | $40,055 | 5 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Grand Soleil 343 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Grand Soleil 343 over the past 12 months is $40,055. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Grand Soleil 343 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Grand Soleil 343 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Grand Soleil 343 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Grand Soleil 343 has increased by 5.88% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Grand Soleil 343?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau 343, Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43, Grand Soleil 43 (J&J Design). See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.