SR 27 Buyer's Guide
The C&C SR 27 is a Canadian racing sailboat designed by Glenn Henderson and built by C&C Yachts from 1992, with only eight examples completed. On the used market it presents as a scarce, trailerable fractional sloop whose value lies in its racing pedigree rather than any cruising amenity. A small outboard motor may be fitted for docking and maneuvering, and the boat's hull speed is 6.56 kn with a PHRF average handicap of 102.
Layouts on the Used Market
The SR 27 is offered as a single racing configuration: a monohull of 27.50 ft overall, 24.00 ft waterline, and 9.50 ft beam, with an open reverse transom and nearly plumb stem. The internally-mounted spade rudder on tiller and the lifting fin keel define the hull form; the cabin is secondary to the cockpit and sail-plan. The Bermuda fractional sloop rig completes the deck profile above a predominantly fibreglass hull.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
The only equipment noted for the type is a small outboard motor that may be fitted for docking and maneuvering, paired with the fractional Bermuda sloop rig. A buyer should confirm the outboard is present and serviced, and that the lifting keel raising gear operates, since these are the functional essentials on a boat with no inboard and no alternative grounding capability. The trailerability of the hull when the keel is retracted to 1.50 ft should be verified against the specific trailer.
What to Inspect
The prudent viewing centres on the lifting fin keel and its retraction gear: confirm the keel draws the full 5.92 ft extended and seals to 1.50 ft retracted. Check the internally-mounted spade rudder stock where it passes through the hull, and verify the outboard mounting bracket and electrical connections are sound, as the boat relies on that motor for all docking. Inspect the fibreglass hull for any repairs around the keel trunk.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
- Confirm lifting keel extends to 5.92 ft and retracts to 1.50 ft
- Inspect spade rudder stock entry for play or weep
- Verify fitted outboard runs and bracket is secure
- Check trailer suitability given 3,750 lb displacement
- Confirm Bermuda fractional sloop rig is complete and serviceable