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Sailboat Newport 27' - $8,000 (Seattle)
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UPDATED!
FOR SALE $8,000 (will consider offers)
(Updated motor, cushions, sails, lines, batteries, and other upgrades exceed this value)
About the Newport 27
Well-loved, upgraded, and ready for her next chapter!
It's time for Heart of Gold to find her next steward. This classic Newport 27’ is a solid, comfortable, and capable sailboat. Ideal for Duck Dodge “racing”, Puget Sound sailing, Lake Union fireworks, weekend sleep-overs, or learning to sail. She’s been continuously improved over the last five years and offers exceptional value for someone looking for a cruiser with character.
The Newport 27 is known for her wide beam and flush deck design - there’s no narrow catwalk on deck, which translates into easy deck mobility (and lounging) and excellent interior volume and livability. The layout feels open and comfortable, making her surprisingly well-suited for extended stays aboard.
She sails well, is very forgiving for newer sailors (has been sailed by kids), yet still fun and responsive for the experienced sailor - she can be single handed! Boats are always a work in progress - this one comes with some big-ticket updates already done and the remaining finishing touches ready to go. She has had a long legacy of fun and friendships. Moorage at Fremont is fantastic - view of the city and right in Fremont!
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Power & Rigging
9.9 HP Mercury Outboard - Less than 50 hours
Electric start / recharges batteries and Electric lower/raise system!
2 Speed Winches / handle
Standing rigging in good condition
Stanchion bolts and lines replaced
Running Gear & Accessories
All new lines (hand-whipped / spliced)
Newer Fenders
Two anchors (pre-existing)
Sails
Northwest Sails - New Main Sail / Refurbished furling jib (new cover)
Recent Upgrades & Improvements (Last 5 Years)
Electrical & Systems
Outboard Motor Mercury and Marine batteries (2)
Updated wiring, electrical panel, plumbing and lines
Interior
Cushions - marine grade foam and sunbrella fabric navy
Interior painted - marine grade paint
Replaced head - enclosed compartment
Plumbing / Electrical
Headliner -Finish trim for headliner included (materials included)
Indoor/outdoor carpet
Pre-Existing:
Fresh water tank and ice box
Closet and lots of lockers
Table - convertible to berth / second berth in main cabin
Sinks - bathroom / galley
Deck & Exterior
New tiller - tiller head custom
New hatch - custom designed
Brightwork in OK condition (Due for a fresh coat this summer)
Top deck in need of sanding and repainted painting (paint included!- unfinished project)
BBQ Grill (pre-existing)
What’s Not Onboard (the To Do List)
No radio / No GPS (just used cell and app)
No inboard engine (outboard only)
No black / grey water tanks - space available, line options, ports for pumpouts / fill.
Bimini Fabric - Frame is there (lost the cover in one of the recent storms)
Cabin lighting system (on the to do list - used rechargeable LED.
There’s a depth finder- just needs to be installed.
Moorage Slip not included - Buyer may apply for moorage through Fremont Boat Company
Galley Space (sink, freshwater tank)
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Newport 27 — Overview (General Info)
The Newport 27 is an American-built 27-foot cruiser designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian (C&C Design) and produced by Capital Yachts Inc. starting in 1974. It’s a masthead sloop, a popular rig for cruising and club racing with a comfortable interior and coastal performance characteristics. Sailboatdata+1
This model is known for:
A wide beam relative to its length, giving fair interior space for berths, a galley, and head.
A fin keel with spade rudder for good handling and maneuverability under sail or power.
A sea-kindly motion in moderate conditions
Key Specifications
Attribute
Measurement / Value
Designer
Cuthbertson & Cassian (C&C Design)
Builder
Capital Yachts Inc., USA
Year First Built
1974
LOA (Length Overall)
27.00 ft (8.23 m)
LWL (Waterline Length)
~22.33 ft (6.8 m)
Beam (Width)
~9.16 ft (2.79 m)
Draft (Keel Depth)
~4.25 ft (1.30 m)
Displacement
~6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Ballast
~2,400 lb (1,089 kg)
Hull Type
Monohull, fiberglass (FG)
Rig
Masthead sloop
Sail Area (Main + Jib)
~348 sq ft (32.3 m²)
Hull Speed
~6.33 knots
Typical Sailplan & Rig Dimensions
I (foretriangle height): ~34.50 ft
J (foretriangle base): ~11.50 ft
P (mainsail luff length): ~29.00 ft
E (mainsail foot length): ~10.30 ft
Construction & Design Features
Hull & Keel
Fiberglass hull with internal structural bulkheads for strength.
Fin keel provides stability and good upwind performance.
Spade rudder controlled by tiller, providing responsive steering.
Deck & Rigging
Masthead sloop rig forestay attaches at the top of the mast, supporting a large headsail.
Standing rigging stainless steel wire with turnbuckles to tension mast and shrouds.
Interior & Accommodations
V-berth forward
Main salon (settees / convertible berths)
Compact galley area
Enclosed head (toilet)
Storage lockers / Closet
Electrical panel and tankage
For detailed schematics and plans: hull lines, structural grid, bulkhead placements, rigging diagrams, and system routing. I have the manual and schematics
Original Capital Yachts builder drawings
C&C Design sail plan prints
Class association archives or dedicated Newport owners groups