Question 1

What are the specs of the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) has the following specifications: 50.83ft LOA, 16ft beam, 6ft draft, 30,860lb displacement, 9,975.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) cost?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) has an average asking price of $80,000, with prices ranging from $80,000 to $80,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) and when was it made?

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Built by Jeanneau Yachts, designed by Bruce Farr/J&J Design, first built in 1989, with production ending in 1992.

Question 4

Is the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) good for offshore sailing?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.48, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.04, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU)?

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The SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.88, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 181.64, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU)?

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Annual maintenance for a SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) is estimated at $4.3K – $11K. 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 51 (JEANNEAU) per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) (50.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.3K – $11K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $700-$1300/year (based on $80,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 50.83ft boat: Florida: $9,100-$24,400/year. California: $8,500-$21,300/year. Massachusetts: $6,400-$14,200/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,400-$17,800/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,100-$11,000/year. Texas: $3,700-$11,000/year. Washington: $7,300-$15,900/year. Michigan: $3,600-$7,800/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,500-$11,000/year. South Carolina: $7,900-$15,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $43K 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 51 (JEANNEAU)?

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Marina slip costs for the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) (50.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,100-$24,400/year. California: $8,500-$21,300/year. Massachusetts: $6,400-$14,200/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,400-$17,800/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,100-$11,000/year. Texas: $3,700-$11,000/year. Washington: $7,300-$15,900/year. Michigan: $3,600-$7,800/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,500-$11,000/year. South Carolina: $7,900-$15,200/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 51 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 51 (JEANNEAU).

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, 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 51 (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 51 (JEANNEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SUN ODYSSEY 51 (JEANNEAU) is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 50.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.48, capsize ratio 2.04, SA/disp 21.88, average price $80,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	50.83 ft
LWL	42.33 ft
Beam	16 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	30,860 lb
Ballast	9,975.9 lb
Material	49’ 1”14.98 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.7 kn

Cabins	2
Berths	5
Heads	2
Water	169.1 L
Fuel	63.4 L
CE category	About290 000€(2020)

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	5.2	6.3	7.1	7.8	8.2	8.3	8.5
60°	5.6	6.7	7.6	8.1	8.4	8.6	8.8
75°	6.0	7.2	8.0	8.4	8.7	8.9	9.3
90°	6.0	7.2	8.0	8.4	8.7	8.9	9.5
110°	5.7	6.9	7.9	8.5	8.8	9.2	9.7
120°	5.5	6.7	7.8	8.4	8.8	9.1	10.0
135°	4.9	6.2	7.2	8.0	8.5	8.8	9.6
150°	4.1	5.3	6.3	7.2	8.0	8.4	9.1
Beat VMG	3.3	4.0	4.6	5.1	5.4	5.7	5.9
Run VMG	3.6	4.6	5.5	6.3	7.0	7.6	8.6

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