Produced by the prestigious Cantiere del Pardo shipyard in Italy, the Grand Soleil 45 Performance (primarily the version designed by the Judel/Vrolijk studio between 2004 and 2010) represents the quintessential "cruiser-racer" of its era. Often referred to as the "Italian Swan," the yacht was conceived to offer high-level regatta capabilities without sacrificing the aesthetic elegance and material luxury expected by Mediterranean sailors. It features a modern hull with a nearly plumb bow, a low-profile coachroof, and a spacious cockpit designed for efficient sail handling. The build quality is centered around a signature galvanized steel grid glassed into the hull, which absorbs the high loads from the keel and the triple-spreader mast, ensuring a remarkably stiff and responsive platform for offshore conditions.
Used Grand Soleil 45 Performance Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Grand Soleil
- Model
- 45 Performance
- Builder
- Cantiere del Pardo
- Designer
- Judel/Vrolijk
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2004 - 2010
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