J-Boats J/27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Johnstone·1984 – 1992·~189 hulls·J Boats Tillotson Pearson
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
27.5' · 8.38 m
Displ.
3,800 lbs · 1,724 kg
First year
1984

The J/27, introduced in 1984, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Rod Johnstone’s design philosophy. Positioned as a more refined, "grownup" alternative to the ubiquitous J/24, the J/27 was engineered to be a versatile midget ocean racer that balanced blistering offthewind speed with significantly improved upwind tracking and stability. During its production run from 1984 to 1992, approximately 180 units were built, primarily by TPI Composites. Unlike its smaller predecessor, which gained a reputation for being somewhat "twitchy" in a blow, the J/27 was designed with a higher ballasttodisplacement ratio and a more sophisticated fractional rig that eliminated the need for running backstays, making it a favorite for both shorthanded distance racing and spirited weekend cruising.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 12,000
Ask, not sold · 3 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
3 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+25.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

J-Boats J/27 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 2 listings.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

2 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 12,00020100.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Catalina 2726.83'$ 7,5007519
Beneteau First 2726.24'$ 103,8373015
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
Moody 2727.67'$ 14,630209
J-Boats J/3232.6'$ 67,450185
Pearson 2726.92'$ 10,999149
Jaguar 2726.83'$ 9,415128
Northshore 2726.97'$ 18,986102
Jaguar J/2929.5'$ 10,75083
J-Boats J/2222.5'$ 9,25064
J-Boats J/27You are here$ 12,00031

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used J-Boats J/27 cost?+
The median asking price for a used J-Boats J/27 over the past 12 months is $12,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many J-Boats J/27 sailboats are for sale?+
1 J-Boats J/27 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 3 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are J-Boats J/27 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the J-Boats J/27 has increased by 25.0% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are J-Boats J/27 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used J-Boats J/27 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a J-Boats J/27?+
Comparable models include Catalina 27, Beneteau First 27, Judel/Vrolijk J/30. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.