Question 1

What are the specs of the VANCOUVER 27?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 27 has the following specifications: 27ft LOA, 8.67ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 8,960lb displacement, 3,464.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a VANCOUVER 27 cost?

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The VANCOUVER 27 has an average asking price of $24,158, with prices ranging from $24,158 to $24,158 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VANCOUVER 27 and when was it made?

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Built by Pheon Yachts Ltd. /Northshore Yachts Ltd., designed by Robert B Harris, first built in 1973.

Question 4

Is the VANCOUVER 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 27 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 32.29, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.67, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VANCOUVER 27?

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The VANCOUVER 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.18, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 332.21, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VANCOUVER 27?

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Annual maintenance for a VANCOUVER 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 7

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VANCOUVER 27 (27ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$400/year (based on $24,158 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 $20K 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 VANCOUVER 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VANCOUVER 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 VANCOUVER 27?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VANCOUVER 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VANCOUVER 27, SailPages.com has compiled 9 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rudder, hull, deck, electrical. 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 VANCOUVER 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 VANCOUVER 27?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 27 has the following rig dimensions: I=36ft (foretriangle height), J=13ft (foretriangle base), P=30ft (mainsail luff), E=9.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 392.8 sq ft. Jib area: 234 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the VANCOUVER 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VANCOUVER 27 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27ft LOA, comfort ratio 32.29, capsize ratio 1.67, SA/disp 14.18, average price $24,158. 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	22.92 ft
Beam	8.67 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	8,960 lb
Ballast	3,464.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	36 ft
Jforetriangle base	13 ft
Pmainsail luff	30 ft
Emainsail foot	9.8 ft
FLforestay	13 ft
Mainsail	392.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	234 sq ft
Spinnaker	397.8 sq ft

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