C&C 27 Mk IV Buyer's Guide
The C&C 27 Mark IV is the final evolution of C&C Yachts' long-running 27-foot line, built only in 1981 and 1982 with hull numbers from 915 to 984. Designed by Robert W. Ball, she carries the late-era C&C interior and a Yanmar diesel option that sets her apart from earlier gas-powered sisterships. For a shopper on the used market, she represents a compact, easily maintained cruiser/racer with a few age-specific inspection points.
Layouts on the Used Market
The Mark IV kept the conventional C&C 27 plan: a V-berth forward with 6-foot-plus length, a head and hanging locker, a dinette with opposing settee, and an aft galley. The absence of a quarterberth means the cockpit seat lockers are unusually generous for stowage. Headroom spans 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet 2 inches. The interior was updated from teak to off-white melamine with teak and aluminum trim, so buyers will see a brighter cabin than on older marks. Ventilation is limited—the main saloon windows are fixed, and only some boats have the optional dorade vent over the head.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
On the used market, solar panels, an inverter, a bimini, and an autopilot are commonly fitted to Mark IV boats, forming the core of a casual cruising setup. For a buyer, this cluster means reasonable independence at anchor and reduced helm workload without major systems complexity. Beyond those, expect the standard mid-boom sheeting traveler on the bridgedeck and the L-shaped aluminum toerail that accepts snatch blocks for temporary lead adjustments.
What to Inspect
The Mark IV shares the weak spots of her sisterships that matter for older boats. Bulkheads not tabbed to the deck are a known concern, and bulkhead rot where the chainplates attach should be checked, as water tracks down the plate into the structure. Deck delamination around hardware is another item to sound out, and the swept keel's lack of a flat bottom means you should confirm the yard used proper blocking when the boat was last hauled.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These boats are found in the United States. For the shopper, the checklist is short: confirm the engine is the Yanmar diesel rather than a gas Atomic 4 if diesel matters to you; inspect chainplate bulkheads and deck core around fittings; verify the keel was properly blocked on previous haulouts; and assess ventilation needs given the fixed windows. The Mark IV rewards the buyer who wants simple systems and a lively small cruiser without the complexity of a modern production boat.
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the C&C 27 Mk IV. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 2 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26 | 1 | $9,750 | — |
| Mar 26 | 1 | $9,750 | 0.0% |
Where they're listed
C&C 27 Mk IV listings appear across 1 country. United States has the most listings with 2.
Country view
2 listings · 1 country| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $9,750 | 2 | 0 | 100.0% |
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2 similar designs| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 27 | 26.83' | $ 7,900 | 77 | 20 |
| C&C 27 Mk IVYou are here | — | $ 9,750 | 2 | 0 |