Moody 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bill Dixon·1981 – 1985·~162 hulls·Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)
Moody 27 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
27.67' · 8.43 m
Displ.
5,750 lbs · 2,608 kg
First year
1981

The Moody 27, introduced in 1981, represents a pivotal era for A.H. Moody & Sons as they transitioned into highvolume production of family cruisers that did not sacrifice the brand’s reputation for offshore solidity. Designed by the prolific Bill Dixon and built by Marine Projects in Plymouth, the 27 was intended to offer "big boat" features—such as a separate heads compartment and a functional galley—within a compact, 26foot 9inch hull. During its production run from 1981 to 1985, it became a benchmark for the small family cruiser, proving that a sub30foot vessel could provide genuine coastal passagemaking capability without feeling cramped or skittish.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 14,627
Ask, not sold · 20 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
9
20 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-4.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (85.0%) · Ireland (15.0%)

Recent Listings

12 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Moody 27 listings span 2 countries. United Kingdom leads with 17 listings (85.0%), followed by Ireland.

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

Country breakdown

20 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 14,79417785.0%
Ireland$ 13,9583215.0%

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
Moody 31 Mk II30.75'$ 33,5703815
Moody 2929.53'$ 20,0363117
Moody 31 Mk I30.75'$ 26,9032816
Moody 3534.5'$ 67,2082311
Moody 3030'$ 17,3902111
Moody 27You are here$ 14,627209
Moody 3433.42'$ 43,0082010
Moody 3737'$ 67,2081911
Moody 33 S33'$ 24,152114
Moody 33 Mk I33'$ 19,500103
Moody 33 Mk II33'$ 23,78785

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Moody 27 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Moody 27 over the past 12 months is $14,627. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Moody 27 sailboats are for sale?+
9 Moody 27 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 20 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Moody 27 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Moody 27 has decreased by 4.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Moody 27 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Moody 27 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (85.0%), Ireland (15.0%).
05Do Moody 27 listings get price reductions?+
About 40% of Moody 27 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 15.2% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Moody 27?+
Comparable models include Moody 31 Mk II, Moody 29, Moody 31 Mk I. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.