Grand Soleil 40 for sale (2001) in Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

For Sale – Grand Soleil 40 “Eutopia II” (2001)

“Eutopia II” is a well-maintained and beautifully appointed Grand Soleil 40, designed by Massimo Papperini and built in 2001 by the renowned Grand Soleil yard. This performance cruiser offers a perfect blend of speed, comfort, and quality craftsmanship.

• LOA: 12.3m
• LWL: 10.6m
• Beam: 3.8m
• Draft: 2.15m
• Displacement: 6,800 kg
• Ballast: 2,500 kg (lead keel)
• Designer: Massimo Papperini
• Builder: Grand Soleil

• Engine: Yanmar 3JH3E, 40hp
• Saildrive: Yanmar SD60 (new 2018)
• Propeller: Max Prop 3-blade feathering
• Battery Charger: Phoenix Automatic 60A
• Alternator: Upgraded 80A with Sterling Power digital regulator
• Batteries: 2 x 115Ah Domestic (new Nov 2022), 1 x 115Ah Engine
• Heating: Webasto cabin heating
• Bow Thruster: Max Power Duo prop with 115Ah booster battery
• Anchor Windlass: Electric, with dual controls (helm and foredeck)

• Fuel: 180L
• Water: 220L (stern tank) + 240L (bow tank – currently out of service)

• Hand-laminated solid hull in vinylester resin with NPG isophalic gelcoat
• Partially cored deck with closed cell Termanto foam
• Lead keel with bulb for low centre of gravity
• Deep spade rudder (shaft and bearings replaced/upgraded 2014)
• Teak laid running decks, cockpit floor and coamings
• Hull finished in dark blue gelcoat

• Layout: Owner’s version – 2 cabins, 1 head
• Saloon: Convertible table to double berth
• Upholstery: Alcantara (reupholstered 2023)
• Master Cabin: Memory foam mattress (2024)
• Heads: Separate walk-in shower and hanging locker
• Blinds: Oceanair blinds to hatches

• Chartplotter: Raymarine E7 (helm, 2013)
• Autopilot: Raymarine ST6001 Plus x2 (dual helm)
• Instruments: Raymarine ST60 x3 (depth, speed/log, wind)
• VHF: Sailor A1 DSC
• AIS Receiver: Quark Electrical with USB and Wi-Fi
• Audio: Radio/CD with saloon and cockpit speakers

• Main Sail: Ultimate Sails, fully battened, Lightwave EP Membrane (2018) – 41.63m²
• Genoa: Ultimate Sails, furling, Lightwave EP Membrane (2018) – 48.19m²
• Cruising Shute: Radial with snuffer
• Standing Rigging: Selden Spars (new 2018)
• Furling System: Harken Genoa furler
• Spinnaker Pole: Telescopic 84/72mm pole on mast track
• Vang: Rigid vang
• Batten Cars: Fredricksen (Ronstan) ball bearing system
• Genoa Tracks: Harken adjustable with ball bearing cars
• Deck Gear: MPS gear, sheets and blocks

• Sprayhood (2024)
• Mainsail stack-pack with lazy jacks and front boot
• Upgraded genoa sheet winches – 48.2 ST
• Upgraded halyard winches – 44.2 ST
• Midship mooring cleats
• Bruce anchor with 50m chain
• Mooring lines and fenders
• Deck-mounted solar panel with smart regulator
• Engine compartment soundproofed with 32mm Quiet Life foil insulation (2018)

• Seago Offshore 6-person valise liferaft (service overdue)

• 3D Lightweight Tender 290
• Mercury 3.5hp Outboard
• Torqeedo Travel 1003 Electric Outboard

This Grand Soleil 40 is ideal for fast cruising or club racing, with a proven performance pedigree and high-quality upgrades throughout. Viewing is highly recommended.