Grand Soleil 50 (JUNIPER) with Sue Grant - Yacht for Sale - Powerful, and Comfortable Passage-Making
4 September 2025 · 9 min · 3K views · Portland, Dorset
What this video covers
The 2012 Grand Soleil 50, named Juniper, features a three-spreader Sparcraft rig and a Judel/Vrolijk design.0:30 The vessel completed the 2024 ARC and underwent a significant refit, including standing rigging and rig overhaul.0:47 Power systems now rely on a triple solar array setup—permanent, bimini-mounted, and a portable foredeck unit—eliminating the need for a generator.2:28 The cockpit includes powered Harken winches, carbon twin wheels, and updated Raymarine i70 instrumentation.2:54 Below deck, the layout includes an owner’s cabin forward with an ensuite, a saloon with lee cloths, and a galley equipped with a Candy washing machine and water maker.4:40 Navigation electronics feature Raymarine HybridTouch displays, Iridium satellite communications, and a standalone Furuno unit.6:10 The engine room houses a serviced engine with a new alternator and a recently replaced battery management system connected to new AGM batteries.8:04 The teak deck remains in original condition with well-maintained caulking.2:09
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