Grand Soleil 43 J&J Sailboats for Sale

Hull Type

Monohull · bulb

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

42.59' · 12.98 m

Disp.

19,621 lbs · 8,900 kg

First year

2006

The Grand Soleil 43, designed by the Slovenian firm J&J Design and built by Cantiere del Pardo between the late 1990s and early 2000s, represents a pivotal era for the Italian shipyard. During this period, the builder successfully combined the "Swan of the Adriatic" aesthetic with more modern, efficient production techniques. Unlike its successor—the more aggressive, racingoriented 43 designed by Botin & Carkeek—the J&J version was conceived as a refined cruiserracer. It prioritized a balanced hull form and a luxurious, handcrafted interior, catering to the Mediterranean "fast cruising" market. The boat’s profile is characterized by a lowprofile coachroof, a gently reversed transom, and the signature Grand Soleil commitment to structural integrity, most notably featuring the galvanized steel grid that distributes loads from the mast and keel throughout the hull.