Grand Soleil 43

GRAND SOLEIL 43 (Year 2000) – Italian elegance, performance and reliability
3-cabin / 2-bathroom version

Nicknamed the “Italian Swan”, the Grand Soleil 43 is one of the iconic models from the collaboration between the prestigious Cantiere del Pardo shipyard and the renowned naval architects J&J Design.
This model perfectly embodies the true performance cruiser (Course-Cruiser): a timeless silhouette enhanced by its blue hull and teak deck, outstanding seakeeping both upwind and downwind, and the refined comfort of Italian interiors.

Cantiere del Pardo Heritage & J&J Design Signature
The Shipyard (Cantiere del Pardo): Founded in Forli in 1973, Del Pardo is known for excellence in marine joinery and expertise drawn from the world of racing. Each unit is designed to sail fast, for long periods, and with flair.
J&J Design Architecture: The Jakopin brothers designed a powerful, fluid hull with a deep keel (2.10 m). The yacht shows excellent stiffness under sail, a very soft motion in a seaway, and a precise, responsive feel at the helm.

Technical Specifications
Shipyard: Cantiere del Pardo
Model: Grand Soleil 43
Year: 2000
Architect: J&J Design
Overall length: 13.19 m
Beam (max): 4.02 m
Draft: 2.10 m
Displacement: approx. 8,900 kg
Ballast: approx. 3,100 kg

Sails, Rigging & Deck Hardware
Standing rigging: Completely replaced in 2020.
Sail wardrobe: New Xvoiles sail set, cut to balance performance and longevity for fast cruising.
Winches: Premium deck hardware by Harken:
- 2 Harken ST 53 sheet winches
- Harken ST 40 winches for halyards and sheets on the coachroof
Deck layout: Teak deck and walkways with lattice rails, mainsheet track in the cockpit for fine trimming, complete spinnaker rig.
Helm station: Large wheel with very responsive helm feedback.
Anchoring: Electric windlass with stainless steel anchor roller.

Engine & Mechanical
Engine: Yanmar 4JH3E (Inboard Diesel)
Power: 56 hp
Transmission: Sail-Drive
Propeller: 3-blade propeller
Engine hours: approx. 3,000 h
Fuel tank capacity: approx. 200 L

Onboard Electronics & Navigation
Chartplotter / GPS: Garmin GPSmap 4008
Radar: Raytheon SL70
Autopilot: Raymarine ST 6000
Raymarine ST60 navigation center:
- Loch / Speedo ST60
- Depth sounder ST60
- Wind vane / Anemometer ST60
Communication: Fixed VHF ICOM
Audio system / CD player with indoor and outdoor speakers
220 V circuit, shore power inlet, automatic battery charger and battery bank

Accommodation & Comfort (3 Cabins / 2 Bathrooms Version)
The interior is captivating for the nobility of its satin-finished Italian woodwork and carefully executed finishes:

Forward owner cabin: Large central double bed, hanging lockers, ample storage, and an attached private shower room (marine WC, washbasin, shower).
2 aft double cabins: Spacious, well ventilated, with hanging lockers and storage lockers.
Second aft shower room: Ideal for guests, with WC, washbasin and shower.
Large central saloon: Spacious U-shaped settee, friendly central table, side settee, all bathed in natural light.
Galley: Cooker with stainless oven, large cold group / refrigerator, double-basin stainless sink with hot/cold pressurized water.
Freshwater capacity: approx. 400 L
Cockpit & exterior: Removable cockpit table, hot/cold deck shower, swim ladder on the stern transom.

This is a fast, seaworthy, reassuring yacht with rare elegance—ideal for quick coastal cruising or an offshore program.

Full documentation package, work invoices, and visits by appointment.