About This Vessel
This 1984 Grand Soleil GS39, measures 39 ft, and is located in Mandeville , Louisiana, powered by Perkins 4.108 49.00HP.
Sail PerformanceThe Grand Soleil 39 blends Italian design finesse with impressive offshore sailing performance. With a sail area/displacement ratio of 15.4, she delivers lively performance in light winds. In heavier conditions, her ballast/displacement ratio of 41% ensures stiffness and exceptional stability, giving her steady resistance to heeling and a confident, balanced feel under sail. Her displacement/length ratio of 242.1 classifies her as a medium-displacement cruiser—ideal for sailors seeking the perfect harmony between speed and comfort. The Grand Soleil 39’s hull speed of 8.5 knots is easily attainable, and with a fair wind, she often exceeds it. Whether cruising short-handed or racing around the buoys, this boat offers rewarding performance on every point of sail.Interior ComfortStep below deck and you’ll find a timeless interior that reflects the very best of traditional Italian craftsmanship. The cabin is richly finished in solid teak with high-gloss varnish, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The layout follows the proven offshore configuration:A private forward V-berth with an ensuite headA spacious main salon with U-shaped seating for comfortable dining and doubles as sea berths A well-appointed galley to portA dedicated navigation station to starboard, larger than those found on most modern yachtsHeadroom throughout the salon exceeds 6'3", adding to the sense of space and comfort typically reserved for larger boats. Every detail reflects a yacht designed not only for weekend sailing but also for serious passage making.SummaryThe Grand Soleil 39 stands as a modern classic—a yacht that marries elegance, craftsmanship, and performance. For sailors who appreciate aesthetic beauty, upwind efficiency, and offshore capability, this boat delivers a rare combination of style and substance. Even today, she can hold her own—and often outpace—many newer designs. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
Accomodations
Step below deck and you’ll find a timeless interior that reflects the very best of traditional Italian craftsmanshipThree Cabin / 2 Head LayoutMarine Air / Dometic Turbo DX AC SystemHeadroom throughout the salon exceeds 6'3", adding to the sense of space and comfortOpening Hatches throughout for ventilationOwners Cabin forward with ensuite head, sink, shower and cabinetry storageMain salon with large U-shaped dinette to port converts to a double berthCushions new (2021)Dry storage area under seatsStarboard six foot settee with storage outboard of back cushions (Cushions New 2021)LED upgraded lightingL-Shaped Galley to port with private guest double bunk cabin aftForward facing Navigation Station starboard with DC electrical panels and plenty of storageAft of the Navigation station starboard features smartly designed custom tool / hardware drawers & cabinetry conversion of day head (plumbing through hull intact)Starboard aft cabin provides a single bunk, mechanical access inboard, custom battery storage cabinetCabin(s) Sole in excellent conditionInterior wood in excellent condition.Interior cushions in excellent condition
Galley
Galley is well equipped for extended cruising Force 10 3 burner gimbal stove / oven (2012) never used in show room conditionCruiser friendly center line double stainless steel sinks pressure hot and cold tapSeagull IV X-1F water purifier (2010)Seaward LPG control panel and system componentsE-Z Kold marine refrigeration with custom insulation and ice makerSeaward water heater F700, 6 gal (120v & engine heat)Magma cookware, full dinnerware and accessories (all new in original packaging)Solid wood kitchen cabinetry above and below for pantry items and kitchen essentials.Magma Grill rail mount
Navigation and Electronics
Navigation equipment (2016) includes:Raymarine VHF Ray70 with remote RAM mic in cockpit with MMSIRaymarine P-70 Auto Pilot - E22166Raymarine Linear Drive UnitRaymarine I-70 multifunction Wind / Depth / SpeedRaymarine Short Arm Wind Vane Transducer E22078Raymarine ITC5 Converter E70010Raymarine ACU400 Multifunction Chart Plotter / GPS / DepthDST800 Smart Sensor TransducerDavis Windex 10Shakespeare Marine 4200 3' VHF AntennaMagnetic 4" compass
Electrical System
The vessel is equipped with both 12V DC and 115V AC systems, including:DC System (2) Battery Banks Bank One - 6 VDC wet cell 100 amps each wired in series/parallel (400 amps total) to ship service and inverterParallel Water Fill System for 6 VCD House BatteriesBank Two - GRP 24 12VDC 1000 MCA StartDC Breaker Panel 24 position100 amp main breaker for DC PanelDEI GI 50/60 Galvanic Isolator - dual 30 amp isolationMagnum ME2012 Inverter / Charger (2017)Me-RC Inverter Remote ControlBalmar 60 Series 110 amp alternatorBalmar Digital-Duo Charger between house and start batteryMC-612 alternator voltage regulatorXantrex Link 1000 Battery MonitorSeparate Battery I/O switches to connect house and start batteriesSubpanel for cabin lightsLED upgrade interior lightingLED upgrade navigation lightsAqua Series LED Stern and Bi-color Navigation Lights (2018)All DC wiring replaced were accessible with marine grade and schematics for wiringAC System30 amp AC panel with main breaker + 8 position branch protection 120 Volt / GFICShore Power Cable 50'Automatic Source Shore Power / InverterAnalogue Volt and Amp Meter
Sail & Rigging
Sailing equipment includes:54% Storm JibDoyle full batten mainsail with 2 reef points and Cunninghamcringle (2013)Dutchman flaking systemReef lines for clew and dongles for tack hook130% headsail roller furling cover (brand new, never installed)84% #3 headsail roller furling cover (like new)Asymmetrical “Flasher” with “Tacker”(2) Lewmar 48 3-Speed Primary Winches(1) Lewmar 40 2-Speed Halyard Winch(1) Lewmar 30 2-Speed Mainsheet/Traveler Winch(1) Lewmar 24 2-Speed Under Boom Winch3 winch handles2 snatch blocks, stand up fairlead blocksPad eyes on rail to barber haul genoa off the windBosun’s chairSpinlock Cam Rope ClutchesBoom Vang & Mainsheet TravelerLines, Sheets, Misc.
Deck and Hull
Deck features include:All fiberglass reinforced plastic laminate constructionTopside painted original gelcoat hullSloop style deck layout with open flush forward and side decks. Double lifelines safety rails Stainless bars over port and starboard cowl vents Single anchor roller at bow stemBruce anchor 44lbs, 125' chainFortress 15# anchor spareLewmar 12 volt DC reversible anchor windless vertical gypsy and line capstoneMooring Hardware (2) bow cleats,(2) midship cleats, (2) stern cleats Stainless Bimini Framing and Sunbrella Canvas over cockpitStainless Dodger Framing and Sunbrella Canvas (never installed like new)Pedestal Sunbrella Canvas Cover. Sunbrella Boom Tent Dock lines
Mechanical
Mechanical systems include:Perkins - 49 HP - ED33211Vetus Engine Controls (2014)Saildrive - Volva Penta 150SPropeller - Gori 18in x 14 3 Blade Folding - 17 Tooth SpineMarine Air/Dometic Turbo DX AC System (1600 BTUs)Cockpit Instrument/Gauges/Start PanelEdson Steering Pedestal with 44" Destroyer Wheel, Pedestal Guard/Table Instrument ClusterEmergency Tiller (behind starboard settee)Shurflo marine fresh water pump (under forward berth) (2010)Scandvik Shower/Holder (2012)Manual headJabsco macerator pumpSump pump drain for showerWhale bilge pump, supersub 650 portable w/Rule switch
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.
