Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 29.49ft LOA, 10.43ft beam, 5.74ft draft, 8,697lb displacement, 2,086.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) cost?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) has an average asking price of $48,377, with prices ranging from $25,336 to $60,775 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

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Built by Jeanneau (FRA), designed by Marc Lombard, first built in 2008.

Question 4

Is the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.27, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.03, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.54, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 195.08, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU)?

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Annual maintenance for a SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $1.1K – $3.0K. 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 30I (JEANNEAU) per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) (29.49ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $3.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $450-$750/year (based on $48,377 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.49ft boat: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $21K 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 30I (JEANNEAU)?

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Marina slip costs for the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) (29.49ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,800/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 ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU)?

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SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SUN ODYSSEY 30I (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 ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU)?

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When buying a SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 ODYSSEY 30I (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 ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN ODYSSEY 30I (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.49ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.27, capsize ratio 2.03, SA/disp 17.54, average price $48,377. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.49 ft
LWL	27.1 ft
Beam	10.43 ft
Draft	5.74 ft
Displacement	8,697 lb
Ballast	2,086.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Pmainsail luff	14.27 ft
Emainsail foot	11.81 ft

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