Question 1

What are the specs of the O'DAY 27?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 27 has the following specifications: 27ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4ft draft, 6,700lb displacement, 2,229.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a O'DAY 27 cost?

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The O'DAY 27 has an average asking price of $6,341, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $11,300 based on 17 listings.

Question 3

Who built the O'DAY 27 and when was it made?

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Built by O'Day Corp. (USA), designed by Alan P. Gurney, first built in 1972, with production ending in 1979, 720 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the O'DAY 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 27 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.09, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the O'DAY 27?

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The O'DAY 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.35, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 254.03, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a O'DAY 27?

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Annual maintenance for a O'DAY 27 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.1K. 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 O'DAY 27 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the O'DAY 27 (27ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,341 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27ft boat: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,500-$11,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,400/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 O'DAY 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the O'DAY 27 (27ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,500-$11,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,400/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,100/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 O'DAY 27?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 7 issues reported for the O'DAY 27 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, deck, rudder, interior, 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 O'DAY 27.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a O'DAY 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a O'DAY 27, SailPages.com has compiled 7 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine, deck, rudder, interior. 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 O'DAY 27 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 O'DAY 27?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 27 has the following rig dimensions: I=35ft (foretriangle height), J=11.66ft (foretriangle base), P=29.5ft (mainsail luff), E=9.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 351.4 sq ft. Jib area: 204.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the O'DAY 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 27 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.09, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 15.35, average price $6,341. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27 ft
LWL	22.75 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4 ft
Deep keel	5.3 ft(1.62 m)
Displacement	6,700 lb
Ballast	2,229.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	35 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.66 ft
Pmainsail luff	29.5 ft
Emainsail foot	9.25 ft
FLforestay	11.7 ft
Mainsail	351.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	204.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	346.9 sq ft

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