C&C 24
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 24 ft |
| LWL | 19.5 ft |
| Beam | 8.81 ft |
| Draft | 4 ft |
| Displacement | 3,200 lb |
| Ballast | 1,049.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 29 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 23.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 8.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 260.1 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 152.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 258.8 sq ft |
About the C&C 24
Photo courtesy of Adam Hunt.
The C&C 24 is a compact masthead sloop designed and built by C&C Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 1975. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the authoritative data, this model represents a specific era of Canadian boatbuilding characterized by its 24.0 ft LOA and 3200.0 lb displacement.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, trailerable package with a 4.0 ft max draft that allows access to shallow harbors. Its 13.07 comfort ratio suggests it is best suited for protected waters rather than heavy offshore conditions.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3200.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.39, the C&C 24 is not recommended for serious bluewater cruising but is adequate for short offshore passages in moderate weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include other 24-foot trailerable sloops like the O'Day 23 or Pearson 24, which share similar displacement and beam dimensions. These models are comparable due to their shared role as entry-level cruising platforms with fin keels and masthead rigs.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
8 listings · boat years 1975–1981 · median $5,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 24ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
20 reported issues across 9 systems for the C&C 24, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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