Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 40.03ft LOA, 12.96ft beam, 6.89ft draft, 18,056lb displacement, 5,290.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jeanneau (FRA), designed by Daniel Andrieu, first built in 2004.

Question 3

Is the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.02, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.98, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.31, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 216.92, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $2.3K – $6.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) (40.03ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.3K – $6.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 40.03ft boat: Florida: $7,200-$19,200/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,800-$12,500/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $32K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) (40.03ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,200-$19,200/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,800-$12,500/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/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 8

What are the common problems with the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 40.03ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.02, capsize ratio 1.98, SA/disp 17.31. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	40.03 ft
LWL	33.37 ft
Beam	12.96 ft
Draft	6.89 ft
Displacement	18,056 lb
Ballast	5,290.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.7 kn

Pmainsail luff	46.59 ft
Emainsail foot	16.73 ft

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	3.9	5.2	6.2	6.9	7.3	7.5	7.6	7.7	7.7
60°	4.1	5.5	6.5	7.1	7.5	7.7	7.8	7.9	8.0
75°	4.3	5.7	6.7	7.3	7.6	7.9	8.1	8.3	8.4
90°	4.1	5.6	6.7	7.4	7.8	8.1	8.2	8.6	8.9
110°	4.1	5.7	6.9	7.5	8.0	8.3	8.7	9.2	9.6
120°	4.0	5.5	6.7	7.4	7.9	8.3	8.7	9.4	10.2
135°	3.5	4.9	6.1	7.0	7.6	8.0	8.4	9.2	10.2
150°	2.9	4.2	5.3	6.3	7.0	7.5	7.9	8.6	9.4
Beat VMG	2.5	3.4	4.2	4.7	5.1	5.3	5.4	5.5	5.4
Run VMG	2.5	3.6	4.6	5.4	6.2	6.8	7.3	8.0	8.7

SUN FAST 40.3 (JEANNEAU)

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