Question 1

What are the specs of the BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

The BRISTOL 27.7 has the following specifications: 27.25ft LOA, 10ft beam, 4.37ft draft, 7,000lb displacement, 2,849.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a BRISTOL 27.7 cost?

Accepted Answer

The BRISTOL 27.7 has an average asking price of $8,833, with prices ranging from $1,000 to $17,500 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the BRISTOL 27.7 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Bristol Yachts Inc. (USA), designed by Halsey Herreshoff, first built in 1976, with production ending in 1980, 45 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the BRISTOL 27.7 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The BRISTOL 27.7 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.05, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.09, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

The BRISTOL 27.7 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 274.35, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a BRISTOL 27.7 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a BRISTOL 27.7 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the BRISTOL 27.7 (27.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $8,833 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.25ft boat: Florida: $4,900-$13,100/year. California: $4,600-$11,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$5,900/year. Texas: $2,000-$5,900/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,500/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,900/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the BRISTOL 27.7 (27.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,900-$13,100/year. California: $4,600-$11,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$5,900/year. Texas: $2,000-$5,900/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,500/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,900/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,200/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the BRISTOL 27.7 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the BRISTOL 27.7.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

When buying a BRISTOL 27.7, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the BRISTOL 27.7 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the BRISTOL 27.7?

Accepted Answer

The BRISTOL 27.7 has the following rig dimensions: I=35.5ft (foretriangle height), J=10.5ft (foretriangle base), P=30.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 355.2 sq ft. Jib area: 186.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the BRISTOL 27.7 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The BRISTOL 27.7 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.05, capsize ratio 2.09, SA/disp 15, average price $8,833. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.25 ft
LWL	22.5 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	4.37 ft
Displacement	7,000 lb
Ballast	2,849.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	35.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	30.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10.25 ft
FLforestay	10.5 ft
Mainsail	355.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	186.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	316.8 sq ft

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