The search results provide good information for all sections.
- Introduction: Builder (Thames Marine), Designer (Thames Marine), production start year (1974), purpose (cruiser, family-friendly, robust, good for shallow waters - derived from builder article and "get you home" comment).
- History and Design: Production started in 1974. Designer is Thames Marine. Builder article details Thames Marine's ethos of practical, sturdy, family-friendly cruising yachts with an emphasis on shallow draft (twin keels). The notes explicitly mention a Fin Keel version was also available, and search results confirm this, although twin keels were most popular. Mk II implies variations, and the notes mention "A Fin Keel version was also available" for the Snapdragon 27 Mk II, so this confirms variations.
- Sailing Performance and Handling: I have the calculated ratios. Search results confirm it's "strongly built" and "will never win any races but will get you home". The twin keel design (bilge keel) is noted as popular for allowing the boat to be beached. This aligns with the builder's philosophy for shallow waters.
- Accommodations and Layout: Search results are limited to general descriptions like "interior is spartan with minimal instrumentation". YouTube videos show interior walkthroughs, which can be described, but I cannot directly describe specific layouts from text alone without inferring from video (which is not allowed for "no images"). I need to be careful here and only state what's clearly described in text. I can mention the "good beam". The builder article says they are known for "spacious interiors."
- Owner's Perspectives: There's an active Owners Association. Owners describe the boat as "good and strongly built". Common issues are not explicitly listed, but forum discussions about specific parts (mainsheet car) suggest typical older boat maintenance. The association provides newsletters and access to plans.
I have enough information to proceed.
Let's refine the owner's perspectives section: I can infer strengths (solid construction, comfortable motion in a seaway, good for getting home safely) and general maintenance points (like issues with original deck fittings or typical older boat wear and tear, though not explicitly stated for the 27 Mk II, the mainsheet car comment is a hint). I should stick to what's directly mentioned for the Snapdragon 27 or the Snapdragon range in general. The "get you home" comment is a good way to phrase its reliability.