1985 Jeanneau Sun Fizz

Step aboard and you’ll feel how beamy and solid this Sun Fizz is underfoot, with the kind of hull that settles in and tracks straight when the breeze pipes up. The cockpit is deep and secure, with coamings high enough to lean into on a long watch, and the trademark Jeanneau coachtop windows keep the saloon bright even on overcast days. Many owners rave about the generous storage: cockpit lockers that actually swallow cruising gear, and cavernous interior cabinetry ready for spares and provisions. The aft cabin offers a genuinely private retreat, while the wide side decks, substantial lifelines, and molded-in non‑skid make moving forward under sail feel confident and controlled.

This Sun Fizz is particularly well suited to local conditions where summer heat, fickle coastal winds, and choppy inlets are the norm. The hull form is quick enough to punch through afternoon sea breezes, yet heavy and stiff enough to stay comfortable when it kicks up against the tide. Its moderate draft opens up skinny anchorages and tucked‑away creeks, while the roomy tankage and efficient systems make week‑long gunkholing or island‑hopping simple. With a generous sail plan and responsive helm, it’s equally happy ghosting along in light air or stretching its legs on a brisk coastal passage, all while keeping crew comfortable below between outings.