Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 Sailboats for Sale

Tony Castro·1987 – 1989·~750 hulls·Jeanneau
Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38.25' · 11.66 m
Disp.
12,677 lbs · 5,750 kg
First year
1987

The Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of French production yachts, bridging the gap between the IORinfluenced racing designs of the early 1980s and the modern era of highvolume performance cruisers. Designed by the esteemed Tony Castro and introduced in 1986, the Sun Shine 38 is essentially an evolution of the highly successful Sun Shine 36. While the 36foot predecessor established the model's reputation for speed and balance, the 38foot iteration added a sleek, integrated sugarscoop transom that improved both the yacht’s waterline length and its functionality as a Mediterranean cruiser. This model reflects the period when Jeanneau transitioned from purely utilitarian designs to yachts that emphasized "art de vivre" without sacrificing the naval architecture required for offshore performance.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 48,109
Asking price · 20 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
7
20 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+13.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
9
United Kingdom (20.0%) · Denmark (15.0%) · France (15.0%)

Recent Listings

11 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings appear across 9 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 4 (20.0%), followed by Denmark and France.

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

Country view

20 listings · 9 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 46,7254120.0%
Denmark$ 50,2533215.0%
France$ 55,7783115.0%
Greece$ 34,1503015.0%
Italy$ 42,1182010.0%
Martinique$ 54,6402210.0%
Austria$ 79,683115.0%
Croatia$ 51,225105.0%
Netherlands$ 62,039105.0%

Comparable models

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

Similar boats to compare

7 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Dufour Classic 3837.58'$ 76,8384612
Sabre 3837.83'$ 49,9004516
Beneteau First 3840.2'$ 34,036318
SUN Sun Shine 38You are here$ 48,109207
Sun Sun Shine 3636.42'$ 31,873164
Ohlson 3837.06'$ 52,458128
Northshore 3837.99'$ 50,167110

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 over the past 12 months is $48,109. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 sailboats are for sale?+
7 Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 20 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 is up 13.6% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (20.0%), Denmark (15.0%), France (15.0%).
05Do Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 5.4% 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 Jeanneau Sun Shine 38?+
Comparable models include Dufour Classic 38, Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.