Question 1

What are the specs of the STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 27 has the following specifications: 26.67ft LOA, 9.67ft beam, 4.92ft draft, 5,200lb displacement, 1,999.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a STARWIND 27 cost?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 27 has an average asking price of $11,133, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $15,900 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the STARWIND 27 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Starwind/Wellcraft, designed by Jim Taylor, first built in 1984.

Question 4

Is the STARWIND 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 27 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 16.47, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.24, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.5, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 203.8, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a STARWIND 27 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. 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 STARWIND 27 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the STARWIND 27 (26.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$200/year (based on $11,133 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.67ft boat: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,000/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 STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the STARWIND 27 (26.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,000/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 STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 9 issues reported for the STARWIND 27 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, structural, hull, engine, deck, 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 STARWIND 27.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a STARWIND 27, SailPages.com has compiled 9 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, structural, hull, engine, deck, 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 STARWIND 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 STARWIND 27?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 27 has the following rig dimensions: I=34.5ft (foretriangle height), J=10.5ft (foretriangle base), P=29.5ft (mainsail luff), E=11.16ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 358.9 sq ft. Jib area: 181.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the STARWIND 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 27 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.47, capsize ratio 2.24, SA/disp 18.5, average price $11,133. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.67 ft
LWL	22.5 ft
Beam	9.67 ft
Draft	4.92 ft
Shoal Draft version	3.58 ft(1.09 m)
Displacement	5,200 lb
Ballast	1,999.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	34.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	29.5 ft
Emainsail foot	11.16 ft
FLforestay	10.5 ft
Mainsail	358.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	181.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	307.9 sq ft

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