Question 1

What are the specs of the SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

The SANTANA 27 has the following specifications: 27.04ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4.25ft draft, 5,000lb displacement, 2,300lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SANTANA 27 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by W. D. Schock Corp. (USA), designed by Gary Mull, first built in 1967, with production ending in 1974, 210 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SANTANA 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SANTANA 27 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 17.35, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.11, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

The SANTANA 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.1, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 195.96, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SANTANA 27 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 6

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SANTANA 27 (27.04ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.04ft boat: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,500-$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: $3,200-$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 $4K to $21K 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 SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SANTANA 27 (27.04ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,500-$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: $3,200-$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 8

What are the common problems with the SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the SANTANA 27 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, 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 SANTANA 27.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SANTANA 27, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel. 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 SANTANA 27 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the SANTANA 27?

Accepted Answer

The SANTANA 27 has the following rig dimensions: I=33.75ft (foretriangle height), J=11.25ft (foretriangle base), P=27.5ft (mainsail luff), E=11.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 360.6 sq ft. Jib area: 189.8 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SANTANA 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SANTANA 27 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.04ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.35, capsize ratio 2.11, SA/disp 19.1. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.04 ft
LWL	22.5 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4.25 ft
Displacement	5,000 lb
Ballast	2,300 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	33.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	27.5 ft
Emainsail foot	11.5 ft
FLforestay	11.3 ft
Mainsail	360.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	189.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	322.7 sq ft

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