2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS – 2006
Length: 42 ft / 12.93 m | Designer: Marc Lombard | Builder: Jeanneau France
Location: Condition: Used – Excellent
Overview
This Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is a beautifully maintained example of Jeanneau’s iconic Deck Saloon cruiser. With her sleek Marc Lombard hull design, raised coachroof, and Jeanneau’s renowned craftsmanship, she offers a perfect balance of performance under sail and comfort at anchor.
Equipped with the sought-after Owner’s Version layout, she features two spacious cabins, two heads, and a bright saloon with panoramic windows. With continuous upgrades, including new standing rigging (2023), serviced sails, bow thruster, and comprehensive navigation equipment, she is ready for extended cruising or comfortable family sailing.
Key Features
Jeanneau Owner’s Version – 2 cabins, 2 heads, convertible saloon (sleeps 6)
YANMAR 4JH4AE, 54hp diesel inboard engine – only 1,050 hours (last service 2024)
Fin keel with bulb – Draft 2.13m, excellent performance & stability
New standing rigging (2023) & running rigging
Technique Voile furling mainsail & genoa (2015, serviced 2023)
Twin wheel steering with Whitlock leather wheels
Bow thruster for effortless manoeuvring
Electric windlass with remote, Delta 20kg anchor & 50m chain
Teak cockpit & seating with GRP table, covers, and custom cushions (2022)
Comprehensive navigation package including Raymarine autopilot, ST60 instruments, C80 plotter, AIS, and VHF (2022)
Webasto cabin heating, pressurised hot water, and full galley with fridge & freezer
Safety equipped with liferaft (2022), flares (2022), and lifebuoys
Accommodation
The Jeanneau 42 DS offers a light-filled interior with large deck saloon windows, high headroom, and elegant wood finishes.
Saloon: Sand-white leather upholstery, dining tabl e, LG TV, Alpine stereo, LED & mood lighting
Galley: White stone worktop, double sink, pressurised hot & cold water, water filtration (2023), gas stove, 190L fridge/freezer, ample storage
Forward cabin: Double V-berth, storage, en-suite heads with manual toilet & wash basin
Aft cabin: Large double berth, seating, storage, en-suite heads, ceramic heater
Heating: Webasto 5kW cabin heating throughout
Mechanical & Electrical
YANMAR 4JH4AE, 54hp inboard (1050 hours, serviced 2024)
Saildrive with MaxProp folding propeller (serviced 2024)
Rope cutter fitted
Batteries (all replaced 2021): Engine (150Ah), Domestic x3 (115Ah each), Bow Thruster/Windlass (110Ah)
Shore power, Cristec charger, 3kW inverter, 230v outlets
Rig & Sails
Fractional sloop, Selden mast & boom, in-mast furling mainsail
Furling genoa, serviced 2023
Selden boom vang & spinnaker pole
Radar reflector, windex (2023)
Harken tracks & Spinlock clutches
Winches: 2 x ST46, 2 x ST40 (2-speed, self-tailing)
Navigation & Electronics
Cockpit:
2 x Plastimo Olympic compasses
Raymarine ST60 Tridata (speed, depth, log)
Raymarine ST60 Wind (speed, angle)
Raymarine ST6002 autopilot
MaxPower bow thruster controls
Chart Table:
Raymarine C80 plotter (GPS & radar)
Standard Horizon DSC VHF (2022)
Vesper AIS B transceiver (2022)
Chart light (2023)
Deck & Cockpit
Teak seating & sole, twin wheels, cockpit table with cover
Bimini & sprayhood (2021), full stainless frame
Hot/cold cockpit shower
Boarding gates port & starboard
Ample deck hatches (Lewmar), guardrails, and safety features
Safety
Plastimo 6-person liferaft (2022)
Coastal flare pack (2022)
Lifebuoy & horseshoe, fire blanket, extinguishers
Manual & electric bilge pumps
Jackstays, harnesses, buoyant lifejackets (x6)
Extras & Inventory
Complete cruising inventory including cutlery, crockery, galley equipment, fenders (x8), mooring lines, hose, winch handles, boat hook, ensign, safety gear, and more – all included.
Summary
This Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS (2006) represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-equipped, professionally maintained bluewater cruiser. With her new rigging, bow thruster, upgraded safety equipment, and comfortable Owner’s layout, she is turn-key and ready for her next adventure.