GRAND SOLEIL 52 PERFORMANCE
INTENDED TO LAST OVER TIME
Inspired by the lines of the Grand Soleil 52 originally designed by German Frers in 1987, this new addition marks the return of a legendary model. At the time, approximately sixty units were produced of a yacht described as “a masterpiece destined to last”. Prophetic words indeed: the new Grand Soleil 52 Performance, starting from the Cantiere del Pardo concept, was designed by the proven duo Matteo Polli and Nauta Design and takes up the elegance of its progenitor (starting with the Navy blue lines of the beautiful line) and the same harmony of shapes which, then as now, translates into stability and performance.
Intended for competent and passionate owners who do not want to compromise on comfort and performance, the Grand Soleil 52 is part of the successful Grand Soleil Performance line and is available in two versions, “Performance” and “Race”, to satisfy the needs of the more sporty customers and the needs of people who prefer fast cruising to regatta courses.
THE PERFORMANCE VERSION
The “Performance” version provides an “easy sailing” deck and sail plan with 4 aft winches, mainsail sheet with fixed point, self-tacking jib (std.) and carbon bowsprit (std.). The cockpit is perfectly usable by guests, thanks to the choice of recessing all rigging.
THE RACE VERSION
The “Race” version, however, features 6 winches, longitudinal rails for the jib, recessed mainsail traveller, larger sail plan and a carbon bowsprit that is 90 cm longer than the standard version.
INTERIORS
Built entirely in sandwich plate with composite wood compartmentalisation bulkheads, the Grand Soleil 52 Performance has been studied down to the smallest detail to make the most of its space and offer living areas large for a yacht this size, without affecting the weight. The large dinette features the chart area in the bow, big storage compartments and an ergonomic and fully equipped C-shaped galley (with 3 fridge-freezers offering 172 litres of storage space), to ensure a pleasant stay on board even for long periods.
The interior layout includes three cabins and three bathrooms: the master cabin in the bow with a large bathroom and shower stall, the double cabin in the stern with a dedicated bathroom, and the vip double cabin (std.) with a bathroom, shower stall, and the possibility of direct access from the dinette. The vip cabin can also have twin beds (opt.).
Owners can choose among different essences, such as oak, grey oak or teak; in all cases, chromatic elegance is ensured by the contrasting floorboards.
