Grand Soleil 343 Buyer's Guide
The Grand Soleil 343 on the used market is a 1985-onward Alain Jezequel design built by Cantiere del Pardo in Italy, a light-displacement masthead sloop of about 34 feet. She appeals to sailors wanting a lively coastal cruiser rather than a heavy offshore boat, and her unknown production end and hull count mean each example must be judged on its own condition.
Layouts on the Used Market
The 343 was offered with two cabins and sleeping for up to six, a plan suited to a couple with guests or a small family on coastal trips. Fresh water capacity is 58 US gallons, and the solid fiberglass hull with fin keel draws about 5.9 to 6.2 feet depending on load.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
Most boats coming to market carry a cockpit shower, bimini, and teak decks as standard exterior dressing. Below and at the helm, autopilot and chartplotter are commonly fitted, and a life raft is usual safety gear. For sail handling, furling main and asymmetric spinnaker appear on many examples, with a swim platform rounding out the cockpit. These clusters mean a buyer can expect modern helm control and manageable sail handling without immediate investment, though the presence of teak decks warrants a closer look at deck condition.
What to Inspect
The 343's light displacement and 37.6 ballast ratio without a bulb keel mean she should be reefed early to stay upright; on a viewing, ask whether rigging shows signs of having been driven hard upright in breeze, and check sail inventory for reef points that have seen heavy use anchor. Her capsize screening above 2.0 marks elevated knockdown risk in strong seas, so inspect hull and deck for any prior collision or grounding repair that could compromise integrity. With an immersion rate of 1,126 pounds per inch, confirm the boat is not sitting low from added ballast or gear, and verify the fin keel root for bedding soundness.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These boats are typically found in Italy. Before committing, walk through this short list:
- Confirm keel-to-hull bedding is dry and uncracked
- Check sail inventory for heavy reef wear from late reefing
- Inspect teak decks for soft spots if fitted
- Verify autopilot and chartplotter function at helm
- Look for any hull repair from prior grounding
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Grand Soleil 343. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 6 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 25 | 1 | $38,075 | — |
| Nov 25 | 1 | $32,476 | -14.7% |
| Dec 25 | 1 | $39,195 | +20.7% |
| Jan 26 | 1 | $33,774 | -13.8% |
| Apr 26 | 2 | $40,315 | +19.4% |
| Oct 26 | 1 | $32,476 | -19.4% |
Where they're listed
Grand Soleil 343 listings appear across 1 country. Italy has the most listings with 6.
Country view
6 listings · 1 country| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | $36,485 | 6 | 1 | 100.0% |
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Similar boats to compare
5 similar designs| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau Oceanis 343 | 35.5' | $ 74,450 | 138 | 40 |
| Grand Soleil 39 | 40.03' | $ 234,050 | 22 | 8 |
| Grand Soleil 37 | 38.06' | $ 97,267 | 18 | 4 |
| Beneteau First 345 | 36.09' | $ 33,036 | 15 | 6 |
| Grand Soleil 343You are here | — | $ 36,485 | 6 | 1 |