Coronado 27 Buyer's Guide
Shopping the used Coronado 27 means looking at a small Tripp-designed fin-keel sloop built by Coronado Yachts between 1970 and 1973, with only about 100 to 150 examples ever launched. Because the hull mold was shared with the Columbia 27, some boats on the market may carry that sibling's badging, but the structure and dimensions are the same coastal cruiser-racer.
Layouts on the Used Market
The Coronado 27 is a 26.67-foot masthead sloop with an 8.5-foot beam and a 22-foot waterline, and period descriptions credit her with a spacious interior for the size that works as a family weekender or solo coastal hopper. Buyers should expect a single fin-keel, spade-rudder coastal layout rather than an offshore passage plan.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
Buyers should evaluate each boat on its own fitted gear rather than assuming a standard package.
What to Inspect
Confirm the solid fiberglass deck and hull are free of soft spots, since the sturdy fiberglass construction is the boat's backbone and hidden delamination would undermine it. Check the fin keel and spade rudder attachment points for movement or staining, as these loaded structures carry the 5.42-foot draft and 2,550 pounds of iron ballast. Inspect the masthead sloop rigging at the standard 32.40-foot I and 10.75-foot J dimensions for corrosion at terminals, and confirm the 27-foot P and 9.50-foot E mainsail measurements match the gear on board. At a viewing, measure the cabin width and waterline length to verify the beam of 8.5 feet and the 22-foot waterline stated for the design before assuming the interior volume matches a sound example.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These boats are found in the United States. A short pre-purchase checklist:
- Verify hull and deck for soft spots
- Check keel and rudder attachments
- Inspect rigging terminals for corrosion
- Confirm sail dimensions match rig
- Review trailer suitability for 6,250 lb displacement
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Coronado 27. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 1 row
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25 | 1 | $3,000 | — |
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3 similar designs| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 27 | 26.83' | $ 7,750 | 81 | 23 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $ 14,247 | 27 | 10 |
| Sabre Yachts 27 | 27' | $ 5,966 | 10 | 1 |