Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 40.35ft LOA, 12.63ft beam, 6.4ft draft, 16,100lb displacement, 6,610.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) cost?

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The SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) has an average asking price of $47,393, with prices ranging from $34,283 to $59,193 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jeanneau (FRA), designed by Philippe Briand, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1984.

Question 4

Is the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.89, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.85, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 191.18, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU)?

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Annual maintenance for a SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $2.7K – $7.3K. 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 FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) (40.35ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.7K – $7.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $450-$750/year (based on $47,393 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 40.35ft boat: Florida: $7,300-$19,400/year. California: $6,800-$16,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,100-$11,300/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,100-$14,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,700/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,700/year. Washington: $5,800-$12,600/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,400-$8,700/year. South Carolina: $6,300-$12,100/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) (40.35ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,300-$19,400/year. California: $6,800-$16,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,100-$11,300/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,100-$14,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,700/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,700/year. Washington: $5,800-$12,600/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,400-$8,700/year. South Carolina: $6,300-$12,100/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 FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, 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 FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. 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 FIZZ 40 (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 FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN FIZZ 40 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 40.35ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.89, capsize ratio 2, SA/disp 16.85, average price $47,393. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	40.35 ft
LWL	33.5 ft
Beam	12.63 ft
Draft	6.4 ft
Displacement	16,100 lb
Ballast	6,610.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Pmainsail luff	18.77 ft
Emainsail foot	14.3 ft

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.8	5.7	6.4	6.8	7.1	7.2	7.3
60°	5.1	6.0	6.7	7.0	7.3	7.4	7.5
75°	5.2	6.2	6.8	7.2	7.5	7.6	7.8
90°	5.1	6.2	6.9	7.3	7.5	7.7	8.0
110°	5.2	6.3	7.1	7.5	7.8	8.1	8.4
120°	5.0	6.2	7.0	7.5	7.8	8.1	8.6
135°	4.4	5.6	6.5	7.2	7.6	7.9	8.6
150°	3.7	4.8	5.8	6.6	7.2	7.6	8.2
Beat VMG	3.1	3.8	4.3	4.7	4.9	5.0	5.1
Run VMG	3.2	4.2	5.0	5.8	6.4	7.0	7.7

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