beneteau 39.3 cyclades

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would any forum members have experience of this yacht , 2007 model , appreciate
your views , against jeanneau 39i , and dufour 385, thks

 

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would any forum members have experience of this yacht , 2007 model , appreciate
your views , against jeanneau 39i , and dufour 385, thks

I have the bigger sister, a 2006 43.3. The first thing to be aware of is that the Cyclades range was built for primarily chartering. That means that they are very capable and easy to handle boats. The interiors are standard layout and functional/modern. The kit on each boat though is often very different. If you get a Sunsail one the kit (GPS, Winches) will be basic but very usable. I looked at the 39.3 and loved it but went for the 3 cabin 43.3 because it was owner specced from new so had a £6k nav kit package on it, roller furling Main Sail, twin fridges etc. Overall I am very pleased with the boat, especially for Med cruising as it has lots of portholes to keep air flowing. Plenty of storage onboard as well and is very beamy!

We have had our boat two years and used her most weekends and holidays. She has been in Force 8 gales off Gibraltar and is very capable. I think you do not get better quality Sailing for the Price. I have had a Jeanneau before and loved that as well, but feel the Jeanneau is more sprightly and twitchy as it is more performance trimmed. The Beneteau is just a great all rounder.

We are very glad we bought her, but have now decided to move onto a larger yacht as we have another child on the way and tend to cruise with friends. I thought 44ft was huge 2 years ago but now want a 50ft yacht.

Happy to answer specific questions or if you find yourself near Gibraltar come and have a look.

Paul