Description

Boat Overview Limax is a 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 located in Portugal. This yacht is one of the most thoroughly outfitted examples of this model available. She was registered and launched for the first time in August 2024 and has been very lightly used since, with approximately 700 hours on her 80hp Yanmar engine. She presents as close to new. Unique Features What sets Limax apart is her specification. Most 490s on the market have gone straight into charter fleets and were ordered to a basic level. Limax was built in Preference trim and outfitted by a private owner who spared no expense. She includes: Full Raymarine Pack Electronic Ocean: Twin Axiom Pro 9 touchscreen plotters (inside and out) Quantum 2 Doppler radar p70s autopilot with wireless remote AIS transceiver Ray63 VHF Downwind pack with rigging for Code 0 and gennaker Electric primary and coachroof winches Teak side decks and cockpit floor Retractable bow thruster Folding propeller Convertible cockpit packs (port and starboard) for a full sunbathing deck Additional Equipment On top of the factory build, the seller added: Fischer Panda 10000i generator (installed in 2024) Dometic 40,000 BTU air conditioning system across all three cabins and the saloon This combination of generator and full climate control is rare on a 490, making her ideal for extended cruising or warm-water sailing. The total cost to put Limax on the water was around EUR 520,000, and she has been seldom used since. Design and Layout The 490 is the flagship of Jeanneau's walkaround range, designed by Philippe Briand and Jean-Marc Piaton. The walkaround side decks allow easy movement from bow to stern without stepping over anything. Every sheet leads back to the twin helms for easy short-handed sailing. The forward owner's suite features a centreline shower stall with 6'6" headroom, a feature typically found on much larger boats. The layout includes: Three cabins Two heads U-shaped galley for comfort underway Light-filled saloon with a proper nav station Owner's Comments and Boat History Limax was first registered and launched in August 2024 after being commissioned for her first owner. She was originally ordered as a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 in the highly desirable Preference Trim with the upgraded 80 HP Yanmar engine, Pack Electronic Ocean, Downwind Pack, convertible cockpit packs, teak side decks, retractable bow thruster, and folding propeller. After delivery, the owner further upgraded the yacht with a Fischer Panda 10000i generator and a Dometic reverse-cycle air conditioning system, both installed in August 2024, bringing the fully equipped cost to approximately €520,000. The owner is the first and only owner of Limax. Since taking delivery, she has been used very lightly and currently has approximately 700 engine hours. She has been meticulously maintained with no shortcuts taken and presents and smells like a new boat. The engine runs flawlessly, and all maintenance has been kept fully up to date throughout ownership. Prepared for serious offshore cruising, Limax has been thoughtfully equipped with a full reverse-cycle air conditioning system, generator, and a staysail and storm jib system for heavy-weather sailing. She has been exceptionally well cared for from day one. The owner is now moving up to a larger bluewater cruising yacht, currently considering an Oyster or a Hylas for family cruising. This purchase depends on the sale of Limax, making him genuinely motivated and open to sensible offers. If you're looking for a private-owner, never-chartered Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 with an exceptional specification, minimal use, and near-new condition, Limax represents one of the finest examples currently available. Additional Information Accommodation Limax features the highly sought-after three-cabin owner's configuration, offering an ideal balance of privacy, comfort, and practicality for extended cruising. The full-beam forward owner's suite features: Large island berth Generous hanging lockers and drawer storage Private ensuite split into separate toilet and shower compartments Centreline shower with 6'6" headroom Aft, two spacious guest cabins each feature: Large double berths Hull portlights for excellent natural light and ventilation These cabins share a second head with a separate shower compartment. The bright, open-plan saloon sits between, featuring: Comfortable seating area U-shaped galley to port positioned near the vessel's centre of gravity Dedicated navigation station with seating to starboard Interior Comforts & Amenities 3-cabin owner's version Full-beam forward owner's suite Large island berth forward Private ensuite with separate toilet compartment Separate owner's shower with 6'6" headroom (2) Spacious aft guest cabins with double berths Shared guest head with separate shower U-shaped galley Dedicated navigation station with seating Refrigerator with top-opening and vertical door Additional vertical-door refrigerator (Preference Trim) Deluxe (3)-burner gas stove with oven and grill (40 L) water heater connected to engine and 220V shore power Pressurized hot and cold freshwater system Heavy-duty freshwater pump with accumulator tank Dometic reverse-cycle air conditioning system Total capacity: 40,000 BTU (12,000 BTU) Forward cabin (16,000 BTU) Saloon (12,000 BTU) Aft cabins Operates from shore power or generator Headroom: Saloon: 6'7" (2.00 m) Forward cabin: 6'2" (1.88 m) Aft cabins: 6'3" (1.91 m) Owner's shower: 6'6" Electronics & Navigation Raymarine p70s autopilot ACU400 autopilot core unit Gyrocompass Raymarine Smart Controller wireless remote Raymarine Axiom Pro 9 multifunction touchscreen chartplotter with WiFi Second Raymarine Axiom Pro 9 multifunction touchscreen chartplotter Raymarine Quantum 2 Doppler radar Raymarine i70s depth instrument Raymarine i70s speed instrument Raymarine i70s wind display Masthead wind sensor Raymarine Ray63 DSC VHF radio Raymarine AIS 700 transceiver External VHF handset