Question 1

What are the specs of the NOVA 27?

Accepted Answer

The NOVA 27 has the following specifications: 27.67ft LOA, 9.05ft beam, 4.25ft draft, 7,460lb displacement, 2,999.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the NOVA 27 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Penryn Boat Building Co./Honnor Marine (UK), designed by John Westell, first built in 1971.

Question 3

Is the NOVA 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NOVA 27 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.8, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.86, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the NOVA 27?

Accepted Answer

The NOVA 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.09, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 309.38, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a NOVA 27?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NOVA 27 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.4K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a NOVA 27 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NOVA 27 (27.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.67ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,300/year. California: $4,600-$11,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,600/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a NOVA 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NOVA 27 (27.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,300/year. California: $4,600-$11,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,600/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/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 8

What are the common problems with the NOVA 27?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the NOVA 27 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 NOVA 27.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a NOVA 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NOVA 27, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 NOVA 27 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the NOVA 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NOVA 27 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.8, capsize ratio 1.86, SA/disp 15.09. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.67 ft
LWL	22.08 ft
Beam	9.05 ft
Draft	4.25 ft
Displacement	7,460 lb
Ballast	2,999.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

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