Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 36.16ft LOA, 12.5ft beam, 6.42ft draft, 11,100lb displacement, 3,774lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) cost?

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The SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) has an average asking price of $50,214, with prices ranging from $41,846 to $61,916 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jeanneau (FRA), designed by J&J Design/D. Andrieu, first built in 1988.

Question 4

Is the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.57, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.25, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.55, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 180.63, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $2.1K – $5.5K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) (36.16ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.1K – $5.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $450-$800/year (based on $50,214 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.16ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) (36.16ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, safety, deck, rigging, interior, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, safety, deck, rigging, interior. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.16ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.57, capsize ratio 2.25, SA/disp 18.55, average price $50,214. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.16 ft
LWL	30.16 ft
Beam	12.5 ft
Draft	6.42 ft
Displacement	11,100 lb
Ballast	3,774 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.4 kn

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	4.6	5.5	6.2	6.6	6.8	6.9	7.0	7.0
60°	4.8	5.8	6.4	6.8	7.0	7.2	7.2	7.3
75°	5.0	6.0	6.6	7.0	7.2	7.4	7.6	7.7
90°	4.9	6.0	6.7	7.1	7.3	7.5	7.8	8.1
110°	5.0	6.2	6.9	7.3	7.6	7.9	8.2	8.4
120°	4.9	6.0	6.8	7.3	7.6	7.9	8.4	8.8
135°	4.3	5.5	6.4	7.0	7.4	7.7	8.4	9.1
150°	3.7	4.8	5.7	6.5	7.0	7.4	8.0	8.7
Beat VMG	3.0	3.7	4.2	4.5	4.7	4.8	4.8	4.8
Run VMG	3.2	4.1	5.0	5.7	6.3	6.8	7.5	8.1

SUN DANCE 36 (JEANNEAU)

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