J-Boats J/V Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Monohull · bulb

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

48.88' · 14.9 m

Displ.

28,660 lbs · 13,000 kg

First year

2002

The "J/V" designation within the Grand Soleil lineage represents a pivotal era for Cantiere del Pardo, marking a transition from the heavydisplacement cruisers of the 1980s to the highperformance, IMSoptimized (International Measurement System) racing cruisers of the late 1990s and early 2000s. Designed by the renowned German naval architecture firm Judel/Vrolijk & Co, these models—including the Grand Soleil 37, 40, 44, 45, and 50—earned the shipyard the moniker "the Italian Swan." By blending sleek, lowprofile coachroofs with sophisticated galvanized steel internal grids, the J/V series successfully balanced the rigid requirements of competitive regattas with the luxury expected of a Mediterranean cruiser. These vessels are characterized by their powerful sail plans, deep fin keels, and a construction philosophy that prioritizes stiffness and structural integrity over the lightweight concessions found in modern production boats.