The Vancouver 27 occupies a hallowed space in the pantheon of "pocket cruisers," representing a design philosophy where seaworthiness and structural integrity take absolute precedence over interior volume and light-air speed. Conceived in 1972 by Canadian naval architect Robert Harris, the vessel was originally commissioned by a group of sailors intending to voyage from Vancouver to Hawaii. The design proved so successful that production moved to the United Kingdom, where it was built primarily by Pheon Yachts and later by Northshore Yachts. It is a quintessential heavy-displacement cruiser, characterized by its long keel, transom-hung rudder, and a stout cutter rig that has become its visual signature.
Vancouver 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Vancouver
- Model
- 27
- Builder
- Pheon Yachts Ltd. /Northshore Yachts Ltd.
- Designer
- Robert B Harris
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1973 - ??
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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 | 3 | $13,187 |
| Oct 2025 | 3 | $24,278 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $19,597 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $51,835 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 27 | 26.5' | $29,900 | 34 | 7 |
| Tayana Vancouver 42 | 41.75' | $106,330 | 30 | 7 |
| Pacific Seacraft Dana 24 | 27.25' | $59,995 | 15 | 4 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,230 | 13 | 3 |
| Hans Christian 33 | 32.75' | $120,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Vancouver 28 | 28.02' | $45,614 | 12 | 5 |
| Vancouver 27 | $21,641 | 9 | 3 | |
| Shannon 28 | 28' | $50,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Tayana Vancouver 460 | $282,000 | 6 | 0 | |
| Pacific Seacraft 25-2 | 27.93' | $20,250 | 6 | 0 |
| Pearson Vanguard 33 | 32.58' | $15,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $22,959 | 6 | 1 |
| Germany | $17,553 | 1 | 1 |
| Croatia | $51,835 | 1 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $11,663 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Vancouver 27 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Vancouver 27 over the past 12 months is $21,641. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Vancouver 27 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 9 Vancouver 27 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Vancouver 27 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Vancouver 27 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Vancouver 27?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $11,663, while Croatia is the most expensive at $51,835 — a 344% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Vancouver 27?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 27, Tayana Vancouver 42, Pacific Seacraft Dana 24. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.