The Jeanneau Sun Shine 36, introduced in 1982, stands as a defining example of the "cruiser-racer" evolution that swept the European maritime industry in the early 1980s. Designed by the renowned naval architect Tony Castro, the Sun Shine 36 was tasked with a difficult duality: providing the performance necessary to compete in the IOR (International Offshore Rule) circuits of the era while offering the interior volume and amenities required for comfortable family cruising. According to the Jeanneau Archive, the model was a commercial triumph for the French shipyard, with over 700 units produced before production ceased around 1989.
Used Jeanneau Sun Shine 36 Sailboats for Sale

- Make
- Jeanneau
- Model
- Sun Shine 36
- Builder
- Jeanneau
- Designer
- Tony Castro
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - ??
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