Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 45.08ft LOA, 14.42ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 25,312lb displacement, 10,304.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) cost?

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The SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) has an average asking price of $83,130, with prices ranging from $73,440 to $96,120 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

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Built by Jeanneau (FRA), designed by P. Briand, first built in 1983.

Question 4

Is the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

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The SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.27, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.97, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.13, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 218.62, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU)?

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Annual maintenance for a SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $3.5K – $9.3K. 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 KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) (45.08ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.5K – $9.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $750-$1350/year (based on $83,130 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 45.08ft boat: Florida: $8,100-$21,600/year. California: $7,600-$18,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,400-$9,700/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,700/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,100/year. Michigan: $3,200-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,700/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $38K 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 KISS 45 (JEANNEAU)?

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Marina slip costs for the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) (45.08ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,100-$21,600/year. California: $7,600-$18,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,400-$9,700/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,700/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,100/year. Michigan: $3,200-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,700/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,500/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 KISS 45 (JEANNEAU)?

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SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 KISS 45 (JEANNEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU)?

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When buying a SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 KISS 45 (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 KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 45.08ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.27, capsize ratio 1.97, SA/disp 15.13, average price $83,130. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	45.08 ft
LWL	37.25 ft
Beam	14.42 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	25,312 lb
Ballast	10,304.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

Pmainsail luff	23.2 ft
Emainsail foot	14.9 ft

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