The O'Day 27, introduced in 1973, represents a pivotal moment in the O'Day Corporation’s history as it moved from the production of small daysailers into the competitive "pocket cruiser" market. Designed by the renowned Alan Gurney—famed for high-performance ocean racers like Windward Passage—the O'Day 27 was engineered to provide a genuine cruising experience for families while maintaining the approachable handling characteristics that the brand was known for. During its production run through 1979, it became one of the most popular boats in its class, striking a balance between the simplicity of a day boat and the technical requirements of an overnight coastal voyager.
Used O'Day 27 Sailboats for Sale

- Make
- O'Day
- Model
- 27
- Builder
- O'Day Corp.
- Designer
- Alan P. Gurney
- Number Built
- 720
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1979
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