The Jeanneau Sun Kiss 45, introduced in 1983, represents a watershed moment for the French shipyard as it pivoted toward the burgeoning blue-water cruising market. Designed by the prolific Philippe Briand, the Sun Kiss 45 was built during an era where Jeanneau emphasized robust construction and elegant, low-profile aesthetics. It remains a hallmark of the "Golden Age" of French yacht building, characterized by its solid fiberglass hull often reinforced with Kevlar—a signature of Jeanneau's historical commitment to structural integrity in offshore conditions. During its production run through 1989, the model was offered in several configurations, notably evolving into the Sun Kiss 47, which utilized the same hull mold but incorporated an integrated swim platform or "sugar scoop" transom to meet the evolving demands of Mediterranean sailors.
Used Jeanneau Sun Kiss 45 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Jeanneau
- Model
- Sun Kiss 45
- Builder
- Jeanneau
- Designer
- P. Briand
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - ??
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