Grand Soleil 46

[unbusted67]

I am getting super worked up about this boat. What are peoples' opinions of an older Grand Soleil 46? Anyone know anything about this boat?

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[barnakiel]

Not this one but one of same design.


I helped remove teak and make a GRP deck.


I did like the boat very much but I only seen her at that dock, we never sailed.


I will say same quality that all other boats of this style and era. Definitely not on par with HR, OY or any other upbrand. More like a Bava, Bene or Jeann of the same era.


For my own style, the boat is big. For me, too big. But ymmwv. Where I live (the EU) marinas are pricey and materials are very pricey. Hence a boat so big is a liability.


Being so big she will sail quite easily in most conditions - as long as you replace her standing rigging and fix (if any) rudder issues. Will make good miles too - likely 150 plus on open water passages.


Try to get one with a new engine. Old engine is always a pita. Unless you just want a floating condo in the marina.


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[donradcliffe]

I'd take a hard look at the rudder and skeg system. Friends had to abandon their Grand Soleil mid Atlantic, and that was after having a new rudder built in NZ.

[vtsailguy]

Going to be difficult to get parts. Very very rare boat unless you are in Europe.

[unbusted67]

Originally Posted by donradcliffe

I'd take a hard look at the rudder and skeg system. Friends had to abandon their Grand Soleil mid Atlantic, and that was after having a new rudder built in NZ.

Maybe why it’s priced so low. I think I remember hearing about this and it was well publicized.