Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 23.95ft LOA, 8.16ft beam, 3.61ft draft, 4,200lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) cost?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) has an average asking price of $15,163, with prices ranging from $12,960 to $16,436 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

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Built by Jeanneau, designed by Jacques Fauroux, first built in 1998.

Question 4

Is the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 17.72, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.03, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.33, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 184.26, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

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Annual maintenance for a SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $800 – $2.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) (23.95ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $15,163 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23.95ft boat: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,400-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K 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 ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

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Marina slip costs for the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) (23.95ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,400-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/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 ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

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SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in electrical, 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 ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

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When buying a SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across electrical. 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 ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) has the following rig dimensions: I=55.75ft (foretriangle height), J=16.92ft (foretriangle base), P=51.67ft (mainsail luff), E=17.67ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 560 sq ft. Jib area: 667 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN ODYSSEY 24.2 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23.95ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.72, capsize ratio 2.03, SA/disp 16.33, average price $15,163. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23.95 ft
LWL	21.67 ft
Beam	8.16 ft
Draft	3.61 ft
Displacement	4,200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	55.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.92 ft
Pmainsail luff	51.67 ft
Emainsail foot	17.67 ft
Mainsail	560 sq ft
Jib (100%)	667 sq ft
SA total	560 sq ft

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