Grand Soleil 50 (1992) Buyer's Guide
Shopping the brokerage market for a Grand Soleil 50 (1992) means looking at a Doug Peterson design from Cantiere del Pardo, with most survivors showing either owner three-cabin layouts or the alternative dual-cabin arrangement, and a good number of ex-charter boats in circulation. The boat's 50'3" length and 14'1" beam make her a substantial mid-size cruiser, and the known issues are narrow enough that a careful viewing can close most risk.
Layouts on the Used Market
Owner three-cabin layouts appear more often than the builder's alternative dual-cabin plan, which set a queen berth to port and a single full-sized berth to starboard with a hinged pilot berth above. Ex-charter examples are common, so check how the saloon cherry wood and white vinyl liner have worn under heavier use. The deep foredeck sail locker, reached from above and below, is a layout feature worth confirming intact on any candidate.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
Most boats on the market carry a long list of cruising gear. Commonly fitted items include bow thrusters, electric winches, teak decks, asymmetric spinnakers, chartplotters, solar, inverters, air conditioning, and autopilots — a power and energy cluster that tells you the average boat is set up for independent anchoring. Often-seen additions such as swim platforms, dinghy davits, and cockpit showers point to comfort-oriented upgrades from prior owners. Less common owner upgrades include watermakers, lithium batteries, and furling mains, so a boat with those already installed represents a later-stage refit rather than a baseline spec.
What to Inspect
The one rigging constraint to verify is tied to the optional tall rig: period testing showed lee runners are required in winds over 20 knots due to the taller mast and extra sail area anchor. On a specific hull, confirm which rig is fitted — a tall rig with no properly led lee-runner system is a real offshore liability. Check the mast for the Sparcraft badge and an additional main-halyard stopper, and ask the seller to demonstrate the runner leads. Beyond that, inspect the Solimar steering for light, even response and any play at the wheel, since fingertip control is the designed feel.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These boats turn up in the United States, Italy, Greece, and Croatia. For a viewing, run this short list:
- Confirm whether the rig is standard or tall.
- Inspect lee-runner leads and attachments if tall.
- Test the Solimar wheel for slack or stiffness.
- Verify the foredeck sail locker seals from below.
- Check teak side decks for soft spots if fitted.
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Grand Soleil 50 (1992). 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25 | 1 | $280,030 | — |
| May 26 | 2 | $256,508 | -8.4% |
| Jun 26 | 4 | $266,114 | +3.7% |
| Jul 26 | 3 | $299,000 | +12.4% |
| Sep 26 | 2 | $305,233 | +2.1% |
| Oct 26 | 1 | $330,436 | +8.3% |
Where they're listed
Grand Soleil 50 (1992) listings appear across 7 countries. United States has the most listings with 5 (41.7%), followed by Greece and Spain.
Country view
12 listings · 7 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $299,000 | 5 | 1 | 41.7% |
| Greece | $256,508 | 2 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Spain | $330,436 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Croatia | $218,424 | 1 | 0 | 8.3% |
| Italy | $263,228 | 1 | 0 | 8.3% |
| Netherlands | $330,436 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $280,030 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% |
Comparable models
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $ 247,401 | 11 | 2 |