FWIW I wouldn’t lean toward a 26 or 27 with out looking into the 30 that was 
offered first.  If the 30 has been maintained and is any where close to sail 
away condition it will be cheaper in the long run and a better boat from the 
get go.  If you like having a boat you are also less likely to want to move up 
as soon as soon.

My $0.02 worth,

Tom S

From: Chris Graham via CnC-List 
Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2018 11:52 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
Cc: Chris Graham 
Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C 26' or 27'?

Great point... poor choice of words there!  

I’m leaning toward the 26!

Chris 


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On Wednesday, October 10, 2018, 11:49 AM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List 
<cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

  As a potential investment????  



  Neither!



  Boats are not investments.  We have spent at least double on each of our last 
three boats than they are or were worth and that is likely an understatement.  
On top of what you spend for the boat and to upgrade and maintain it you will 
have insurance, docking /mooring fees, winter storage, etc ….



  That said less TLC with a properly working Yanmar may be the better choice,  
In terms of sailing likely the 27



  Mike

  Halifax, NS



  From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chris 
Graham via CnC-List
  Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2018 8:55 AM
  To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
  Cc: Chris Graham
  Subject: Stus-List C&C 26' or 27'?



  Good morning all!



  I know this is such a general and subjective question but it is one that I am 
currently faced with. Imagine two boats, the 26' and the 27' both in the same 
ball park in terms of price, the 26' is a bit newer, the 27' is a 1974. 



  Looking for a nice coastal cruiser and overnighter on the Maine coast as my 
blue water days are probably over. I have two teenaged daughters so I so need a 
bit of space aboard. The 26' has a 10.5 beam and good headroom, the 27' I 
believe is 8.5? Good headroom and dinette set up.



  I wont get into too many details but the 27 needs a bit more TLC but for sake 
of argument, let's say they are of similar quality. Majot different is that the 
26' has a Yanmar SB8 and the 27 an A4 with a bit of a cooling issue (perhaps 
stemming form the water jacket?).



  As a potential investment, which model would you recommend and why? I have 
had several friends steer me toward the 27 as they felt that there is no market 
for a fat 26'er?!!?! Really? IS the 27' a safer bet? Better choice for what I 
am looking for or better when it comes to resale (possibly)? 



  Any specifics on sailing characteristics and how the two might match up? The 
27' needs a rudder rebuild which I have done once and am comfortable doing so 
Im not too scared about that, but it is a major repair that should be fixed 
sooner than later. winches were stiff and would need attention...also had a 
hank on Jib where the 26 has roller furling headsail. No MSD tank in the 27', 
the 26' is ready to go. 



  Curious what the consensus might be in the group and any comments or 
suggestions would be greatly appreciated and helpful.



  Thanks so much

  Chris

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