C&C 29-2 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

28.5' · 8.69 m

Disp.

6,700 lbs · 3,039 kg

First year

1983

The C&C 292, frequently referred to by enthusiasts and surveyors as the C&C 29 Mark II, represents the refined evolution of one of the most successful cruiserracers ever produced in North America. Launched in 1983 as a replacement for the original 1970s C&C 29, the Mark II was a completely new design by Robert Ball, rather than a mere facelift. It was engineered during the pinnacle of C&C’s production years, balancing the brand’s racing heritage with the growing demand for more voluminous, comfortable interiors. While the Mark I was heavily influenced by the IOR (International Offshore Rule) of its era, the 292 features a more modern, balanced hull form with a longer waterline and a more efficient underwater profile. According to an editorial review in Canadian Yachting, this second iteration successfully addressed the predecessor's tendency toward "tippiness," resulting in a much more stable and forgiving platform for family cruising.