1. Model Data & Technical Specifications
Vessel Criteria: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42DS (Deck Saloon)
Production Run: 2006 – 2011 (Model years 2007–2011; replaced by the Sun Odyssey 41DS in 2012)
| Specification | Technical Detail |
| Production Volume | Estimated ~600+ units produced globally |
| Production Facility | Les Herbiers, France (Groupe Beneteau / Jeanneau Shipyard) |
| Naval Architect | Marc Lombard |
| Deck & Interior Design | Garroni Design (Vittorio Garroni) |
| Length Overall (LOA) | 42′ 5″ (12.93 m) |
| Length at Waterline (LWL) | 38′ 0″ (11.60 m) |
| Beam | 13′ 6″ (4.13 m) |
| Displacement | 19,676 lbs (8,925 kg) |
| Air Draft (Bridge Clearance) | ~57′ 0″ (17.37 m) excluding antennae |
Hull & Rigging Options
- Keel Options & Draft:
- Deep Draft Fin Keel (with bulb): 6′ 11″ (2.13 m) | Ballast: 5,628 lbs (2,553 kg)
- Shoal Draft Wing Keel: 5′ 2″ (1.60 m) | Ballast: ~6,100 lbs (2,767 kg)
- Mast & Rig Configurations:
- Standard Rig: Selden deck-stepped aluminum mast with fractional sloop rig, full-batten mainsail.
- In-Mast Furling Rig: Selden double-spreader roller furling mast (most prevalent on North American delivered models).
- Interior Layout Options:
- 2-Cabin / 2-Head (Owner’s Layout): Features a massive centerline king/queen island berth aft with private head and separate shower stall, plus a forward V-berth stateroom with private head.
- 3-Cabin / 2-Head: Twin symmetrical aft double staterooms, forward V-berth stateroom, and two heads.
- Salon Conversion: Folding/lowering salon table converts to an additional double berth on both configurations.
Engine & Mechanical Options
- Standard Engine: Yanmar 4JH4-E / 4JH5E (54 HP / 40 kW) 4-cylinder naturally aspirated marine diesel.
- Drive Systems:
- Direct Shaft Drive: 30mm stainless steel propeller shaft with dripless shaft seal and 3-blade fixed or folding propeller (e.g., Flex-o-Fold or MaxProp).
- 360 Dock & Go / Pod Drive: Introduced on select late-production models (2011), pairing a rotating saildrive pod with a bow thruster via joystick control.
- Factory Major Equipment Options: MaxPower 12V tunnel bow thruster, multi-zone reverse cycle air conditioning/heating (e.g., Dometic/Cruisair 16,000 BTU + 8,000 BTU), Fischer Panda or Northern Lights marine generator (4–6 kW), Harken electric primary/cabin-top winches, and teak cockpit sole/side decks.
Model Evolution
- Predecessor: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43DS (1999–2006).
- Sister Hull: Sun Odyssey 42i (shared the same Marc Lombard hull, but the 42DS received the raised Garroni Deck Saloon coachroof, panoramic windows, and expanded master stateroom headroom).
- Successor: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 41DS (2012–2017).
2. Market Value Factors & Known Issues
Key Value Drivers
- Layout Premium: The 2-Cabin / 2-Head Owner’s Version commands a significant market premium over 3-cabin charter-oriented layouts due to the oversized aft master suite.
- Draft Considerations: On the US East Coast, Gulf Coast, and Bahamas, the Shoal Draft (5’2″) version retains higher resale value compared to the deep draft keel.
- Power & Auxiliary Gear: Cruising upgrades such as a generator, dual air conditioning units, solar arches, and electric winches significantly shorten market time and support higher price thresholds.
Identified Common Issues & Inspection Items
Freshwater Tank Pickups: Age-related wear on push-fit plumbing fittings can allow air into suction lines when water levels fall below 25%, causing freshwater pumps to run continuously.
Bonded Deck Saloon Acrylic Windows (“Eyebrow” Windows): Over time, UV radiation degrades the adhesive sealant bonding the large panoramic deck saloon windows. This can cause window lifting and water ingress. Replacement or rebonding is complex due to limited factory replacement parts.
Steel Keel Hardware Corrosion: Steel keel bolts, nuts, and backing plates were utilized in several production batches. Moisture in the bilge can lead to rapid oxidation and requires surface treatment or bolt replacement.
Yanmar Exhaust Mixing Elbow: Standard Yanmar cast-iron mixing elbows are subject to carbon buildup and internal raw-water corrosion, requiring replacement every 3 to 5 years.
In-Mast Furling System Jams: Lack of mainsail halyard tension or worn bolt ropes on aging in-mast furling mainsails can cause jams inside the Selden foil.