The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42, introduced in 1989 and produced until approximately 1992, represents a pivotal moment in the history of the French shipyard. Designed by the renowned naval architect Guy Ribadeau-Dumas, this model served as a bridge between the classic, performance-heavy "Sun" era (exemplified by the Sun Fizz and Sun Legende) and the more comfort-oriented modern cruising market. It was built during a period when Jeanneau favored hand-laid fiberglass and substantial teak interiors, lending the vessel a sense of permanence and "ship-shape" quality that is often missed in later high-volume production models. According to the Jeanneau Official Archive, the Sun Odyssey 42 was designed to balance the requirements of private owners with the growing demands of the Mediterranean charter industry, resulting in a hull that is both sea-kindly and voluminous for its era.
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Jeanneau
- Model
- Sun Odyssey 42
- Builder
- Jeanneau
- Designer
- Guy Ribadeau Dumas
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1990 - 1992
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $60,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $93,068 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $138,500 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $35,792 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $93,068 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
25.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 20.0% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Sun Odyssey 45.2 | 46.42' | $128,410 | 85 | 27 |
| Sun Sun Odyssey 37 | 37.44' | $81,085 | 73 | 27 |
| Performance Sun Odyssey 45 | 45.01' | $170,821 | 60 | 29 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 | 43.34' | $115,175 | 46 | 18 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 34.2 | 33.75' | $56,900 | 28 | 12 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 | 41.99' | $84,821 | 25 | 7 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 CC | 42.16' | $114,924 | 8 | 0 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44 | 43.75' | $69,000 | 8 | 0 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 | $93,068 | 7 | 2 | |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.1 | 41.99' | $82,465 | 5 | 1 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 | 38.83' | $67,559 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama | $60,000 | 3 | 1 |
| Turkey | $93,068 | 2 | 1 |
| Greece | $135,479 | 1 | 0 |
| United States | $138,500 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 over the past 12 months is $93,068. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 7 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has decreased by 30.77% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42?
- Panama currently has the lowest median asking price at $60,000, while United States is the most expensive at $138,500 — a 131% difference.
- Do Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 listings get price reductions?
- About 25% of Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 20.0% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42?
- Comparable models include the Performance Sun Odyssey 45.2, Sun Sun Odyssey 37, Performance Sun Odyssey 45. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.