1990 Archambault Surprise
La Londe-les-Maures, Franceon the market since 12 days
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About
⛵ Archambault Surprise – Performance, reliability, and sailing pleasure
An iconic sailboat from the Archambault shipyard, the Surprise is an essential reference for both racing enthusiasts and fast cruising. Known for its exceptional seakeeping, agility, and ease of handling, this model has been captivating for decades with its rare balance between performance and accessibility.
We are offering here a 1990 Archambault Surprise, in excellent overall condition, which has undergone a major refit in 2004 and has been well maintained.
To leave the harbor, this sailboat is equipped with a well-maintained and easy-to-handle Yamaha 6hp outboard motor.
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Condition & work done
This boat has undergone serious upgrades, ensuring safety and longevity:
Standing rigging replaced (2004)
Deck paint redone
Portlights replaced
Regular maintenance and professional follow-up
Sail set in like-new condition from 2016
Stay from 2016
Antifouling done in July 2026
The overall condition reflects a healthy boat, ready to sail without immediate expenses.
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⚙️ Main features
• Model: Archambault Surprise
• Year: 1990
• Overall length: ~7.65 m
• Width: ~2.48 m
• Draft: ~1.45 m
• Displacement: ~1,250 kg
• Material: Polyester
• Rigging: Fractional sloop
• Program: Racing / fast cruising
• Design category C - 6 people
• One service battery x1: power for interior lighting, navigation lights, autopilot, lock-speedo...
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Program & sensations
The Surprise is renowned for:
• its performance upwind and downwind
• its responsiveness at the helm
• its ability to be sailed with a small crew
• its excellent compromise between sporty pleasure and simplicity
An ideal boat for:
• one-design or IRC races
• dynamic day outings
• fast coastal cruising
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Location
Visible at: La Londe-les-Maures
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Conclusion
This Archambault Surprise represents a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary sailboat, ready to sail, with a clear history and structural improvements already made.
A healthy, high-performing, and immediately usable boat — whether for racing or simply enjoying sailing.
An iconic sailboat from the Archambault shipyard, the Surprise is an essential reference for both racing enthusiasts and fast cruising. Known for its exceptional seakeeping, agility, and ease of handling, this model has been captivating for decades with its rare balance between performance and accessibility.
We are offering here a 1990 Archambault Surprise, in excellent overall condition, which has undergone a major refit in 2004 and has been well maintained.
To leave the harbor, this sailboat is equipped with a well-maintained and easy-to-handle Yamaha 6hp outboard motor.
⸻
Condition & work done
This boat has undergone serious upgrades, ensuring safety and longevity:
Standing rigging replaced (2004)
Deck paint redone
Portlights replaced
Regular maintenance and professional follow-up
Sail set in like-new condition from 2016
Stay from 2016
Antifouling done in July 2026
The overall condition reflects a healthy boat, ready to sail without immediate expenses.
⸻
⚙️ Main features
• Model: Archambault Surprise
• Year: 1990
• Overall length: ~7.65 m
• Width: ~2.48 m
• Draft: ~1.45 m
• Displacement: ~1,250 kg
• Material: Polyester
• Rigging: Fractional sloop
• Program: Racing / fast cruising
• Design category C - 6 people
• One service battery x1: power for interior lighting, navigation lights, autopilot, lock-speedo...
⸻
Program & sensations
The Surprise is renowned for:
• its performance upwind and downwind
• its responsiveness at the helm
• its ability to be sailed with a small crew
• its excellent compromise between sporty pleasure and simplicity
An ideal boat for:
• one-design or IRC races
• dynamic day outings
• fast coastal cruising
⸻
Location
Visible at: La Londe-les-Maures
⸻
Conclusion
This Archambault Surprise represents a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary sailboat, ready to sail, with a clear history and structural improvements already made.
A healthy, high-performing, and immediately usable boat — whether for racing or simply enjoying sailing.
