Cyclades 393 vs. Sun Odyssey 43 DS

[Melavi]

Hi everyone,
I’m new here and already seeking advice so I apologize.
We’re a young couple who wants to spend a sabbatical in the med mainly at anchor. After months of boat visits we nailed it down to 2 and it would be great to hear where you think value for money is better:
- Beneteau Cyclades 393 from 2007 for 75000
- Jeanneau Sun Odyssey Deck Saloon from 2001 for 85000

Thanks already,
Tom

[Melavi]

Anyone here who has an opinion?

[TheOffice]

I've sailed a 393 with in mast furler and wing keel. It was the worst sailing monohull I have ever been on. At some point you will need to weigh anchor.

I'm not a big fan of the DS looks, but I would take it over the 393. Of course, there are different cabin configurations. I assume you have found the best configuration of each for your needs.

[letsgetsailing3]

Instead of value for money, I'd be basing that decision on the one you prefer to spend time on.

Given your short term perspective on it, a few thousand either way is less important than enjoying your vacation.

Overall, I think those are in the same category in terms of boat, and either will meet your needs.

[robert sailor]

I've never been a big fan of any of the Cyclades series as to my way of thinking they were built down to a price, probably just fine for charter...my gut says you'll do better on resale with the Jeanneau. One man's opinion

[DDabs]

Why not just charter?

[Melavi]

Thanks a lot for your answer. Do you think a built for charter boat is a bad decision for the given timeframe?