The Salty Dog 27 stands as a definitive example of the "small but sturdy" philosophy that characterized British yacht design in the 1970s. Designed by the prolific Alan Hill and manufactured by Colvic Craft, this 27-foot cruiser was engineered for the challenging conditions of the North Sea and the English Channel. Following the common Colvic business model, the Salty Dog 27 was frequently sold as a "hull and deck" package, allowing owners to complete the interior and rigging themselves. Consequently, while every Salty Dog 27 shares the same robust, heavy-displacement hull, the internal finish and deck hardware can vary significantly from one hull to the next.
Salty Dog 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Salty
- Model
- Dog 27
- Builder
- Salty Yachts Ltd. /Colvic Craft
- Designer
- Peter Milne
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1978 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $6,760 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $2,704 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 27 | 26.5' | $29,900 | 34 | 7 |
| Hunter 27 | 27.17' | $19,950 | 33 | 13 |
| LM 27 | 27.39' | $20,955 | 27 | 13 |
| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,133 | 18 | 11 |
| Albin Vega 27 | 27.08' | $7,207 | 18 | 9 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,223 | 13 | 3 |
| Moody 30 | 30' | $16,216 | 13 | 6 |
| Seadog 30 | 30' | $16,223 | 8 | 2 |
| Roberts 25 | 25' | $9,490 | 8 | 2 |
| Morgan 32 | 31.92' | $24,950 | 8 | 3 |
| Colvic Dog 27 | $4,732 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4,732 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Salty Dog 27 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Salty Dog 27 over the past 12 months is $4,732. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Salty Dog 27 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Salty Dog 27 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Salty Dog 27 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Salty Dog 27 has decreased by 42.86% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Salty Dog 27?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 27, Hunter 27, LM 27. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.