The Grand Soleil 43 stands as one of the most significant models in the Cantiere del Pardo lineage, representing the shipyard's transition into the modern era of performance cruising. Often categorized across two distinct generations—the classic Germán Frers design of the early 1990s and the more recent Claudio Maletto design introduced around 2013—the 43-foot platform has consistently been the brand's "sweet spot" for owners seeking a balance between offshore capability and club racing competitiveness. The Grand Soleil 43 Performance was specifically engineered to bridge the gap between dedicated racing machines and luxury cruisers, a feat that earned the Maletto version the European Yacht of the Year award in the Performance Cruiser category shortly after its debut.
Grand Soleil 43 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Grand Soleil
- Model
- 43
- Builder
- Cantiere del Pardo
- Designer
- Botin & Carkeek
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2006 - 2009
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $296,875 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 44 | 47.08' | $518,353 | 11 | 6 |
| Grand Soleil 52 Performance | $129,588 | 11 | 2 | |
| Grand Soleil 39 | 40.03' | $223,834 | 9 | 3 |
| Grand Soleil 37 | 38.06' | $117,807 | 9 | 7 |
| Grand Soleil 45 Performance | 45.6' | $217,944 | 3 | 3 |
| Grand Soleil 43 | $296,875 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $269,779 | 1 | 0 |
| Netherlands | $323,970 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Grand Soleil 43 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Grand Soleil 43 over the past 12 months is $296,875. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Grand Soleil 43 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Grand Soleil 43 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Grand Soleil 43?
- Germany currently has the lowest median asking price at $269,779, while Netherlands is the most expensive at $323,970 — a 20% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Grand Soleil 43?
- Comparable models include the Grand Soleil 43 (J&J Design), Grand Soleil 50 (1998), Grand Soleil 45 German Frers. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.