Sun Shine 38 – High-performance and seafaring sailing yacht
The Sun Shine 38 from 1986 is a sailing yacht recognized for its exceptional maritime qualities, combining robustness, comfort, and performance under sail. Designed by Jeanneau, this model reflects the tradition of fast and seaworthy sailboats from the 1980s, highly valued by demanding sailors seeking safety, reliability, and thrill at the helm. Its Kevlar hull, a high-tech composite material, is a major asset: ensuring great strength, remarkable lightness, and long-term durability, thus offering an ideal compromise between performance and resilience. Kevlar gives the Sun Shine 38 an undeniable advantage in safety and maneuverability, especially in challenging sea conditions, and helps optimize speed while maintaining excellent stability.
Designed for fast cruising, this sailing yacht offers exemplary behavior at sea. Its stability and reassuring handling allow confident navigation, whether for coastal outings or ambitious offshore crossings. Enthusiasts of sensations will appreciate its responsiveness under sail, with the ability to keep its course even in strong wind. The carefully designed hull promotes excellent glide, reducing roll and providing noticeable comfort on board. Its high-performance rigging and maneuverability make the Sun Shine 38 capable of maintaining interesting average speeds, while ensuring comfort for those on board.
In addition to its structure and maritime performance, the Sun Shine 38 is equipped with a full electronic package, ensuring modern and safe navigation. The onboard electronics include all essential instruments for coastal and offshore navigation, allowing precise tracking of position, speed, heading, and weather conditions. This electronic setup enables planning and conducting long crossings with complete peace of mind.
Regarding sails, the Sun Shine 38 features a full batten mainsail with three automatic reef points, a genoa, an asymmetric spinnaker, as well as a brand new, never used storm jib. This sail ensemble offers great versatility and optimal performance in all wind conditions, allowing the yacht to adapt to both coastal cruising and offshore sailing.
The interior of the Sun Shine 38 is designed to offer functionality and comfort. The spacious and bright saloon provides a pleasant living space, ideal for family or friends' meals, with a clear view outside. The yacht has three comfortable cabins, accommodating a crew comfortably, along with a practical head. Numerous storage compartments scattered throughout the yacht allow for organized storage of clothing, gear, and nautical equipment, ensuring an orderly and enjoyable space, even during long voyages.
The Sun Shine 38 is an ideal yacht for a owner seeking reliability and performance. Its relatively simple maintenance and robust construction ensure significant longevity, while its maritime capabilities allow full enjoyment of sailing in all conditions. This boat is particularly suitable for sailors who want to combine sailing pleasure and safety, without compromising onboard comfort. It is suitable for both coastal cruising and offshore voyages, offering versatility and reliability.
