MacWester 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

C. J. S. Roy·1972·Macwester Marine Co. Ltd.
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · twin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
26.97' · 8.22 m
Displ.
7,385 lbs · 3,350 kg
First year
1972

The MacWester 27 serves as a definitive example of the "sturdy British cruiser" archetype that dominated the 1970s sailing scene. Designed by C.S.J. Roy and produced by Macwester Marine Co. Ltd., the model was a direct evolution of the pioneering MacWester 26. While it retained the heavydisplacement, goanywhere ethos of its predecessor, the 27 introduced a more refined hull shape and significantly increased interior volume. It was primarily marketed to family sailors who prioritized safety and the ability to navigate tidal estuaries where "drying out" on bilge keels was a necessity rather than a luxury. Following the eventual closure of Macwester Marine, the molds for the 27 were utilized by Atlanta Marine, which produced the vessel as the Atlanta 27, often featuring updated interior finishes while retaining the original Roy hull lines.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 4,634
Ask, not sold · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
4
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-13.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (90.0%) · Germany (10.0%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

MacWester 27 listings span 2 countries. United Kingdom leads with 9 listings (90.0%), followed by Germany.

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

Country breakdown

10 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 4,0339490.0%
Germany$ 5,2361010.0%

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
Hunter 2727.17'$ 21,5004324
Island Packet 2726.5'$ 29,9004010
LM 2727.39'$ 20,8704023
Westerly 3333.27'$ 29,0293519
Com-Pac 27/229.58'$ 18,500219
Moody 2727.67'$ 14,633209
Jeanneau Fantasia 2727.23'$ 13,936187
Sabre Yachts 2727'$ 4,706116
Bianca 2727.08'$ 6,227116
MacWester 27You are here$ 4,634104

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used MacWester 27 cost?+
The median asking price for a used MacWester 27 over the past 12 months is $4,634. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many MacWester 27 sailboats are for sale?+
4 MacWester 27 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are MacWester 27 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the MacWester 27 has decreased by 13.0% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are MacWester 27 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used MacWester 27 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (90.0%), Germany (10.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a MacWester 27?+
Comparable models include Catalina 27, Hunter 27, Island Packet 27. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.