Grand Surpise Sailboats for Sale

Joubert & Nivelt·1999·Archambault
Grand Surpise drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
31.3' · 9.54 m
Disp.
5,842 lbs · 2,650 kg
First year
1999

The Archambault Grand Surprise represents the evolution of one of Europe’s most successful racing lineages, designed by the prolific duo Joubert & Nivelt to build upon the legacy of the original 25foot Surprise. Launched in 1999, the Grand Surprise was conceived as a versatile "racercruiser" that prioritized pure sailing sensation and ease of handling over voluminous interior accommodations. It occupies a specific niche in the market: a 31foot (9.54m) monohull that is sufficiently light for competitive onedesign racing but stable enough for day sailing with family. While Archambault ceased operations in 2015, the Grand Surprise remains a staple of the French and Swiss regatta circuits, particularly on Lake Geneva and at events like Spi OuestFrance. Its design philosophy centers on a powerful sail plan paired with a deep Tshaped bulb keel, a configuration that has allowed it to remain competitive against more modern designs for over two decades.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 44,508
Asking price · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+11.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United Kingdom (44.4%) · Switzerland (33.3%) · Germany (11.1%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Grand Surpise listings appear across 4 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 4 (44.4%), followed by Switzerland and Germany.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country view

9 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 37,0654044.4%
Switzerland$ 53,2583233.3%
Germany$ 46,8911111.1%
Italy$ 42,3171011.1%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

2 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Archambault Surprise 2525.1'$ 24,660319
Archambault SurpiseYou are here$ 44,508103

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Grand Surpise cost?+
The median asking price for a used Grand Surpise over the past 12 months is $44,508. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Grand Surpise sailboats are for sale?+
3 Grand Surpise listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Grand Surpise prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Grand Surpise is up 11.0% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Grand Surpise sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Grand Surpise listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (44.4%), Switzerland (33.3%), Germany (11.1%).
05Do Grand Surpise listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Grand Surpise listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 1.5% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Grand Surpise?+
Comparable models include Archambault Surprise 25. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.