A fantastic family cruiser and racer, this Northshore 27 has been used regularly and maintained for Cat 7 racing.
- Sleek hull lines and spacious interior make for a comfortable retreat for families or crew.
- Fully enclosed head, fold-away saloon table, Methylated Spirits stove, icebox, and 5 berths ensure convenience and functionality on board.
- Large cockpit perfect for club racing or leisurely cruises with friends.
- Easy handling with all control lines leading back to the cockpit, self-furling headsail for effortless reefing, and retractable stainless steel swim ladder for convenient water access.
- Comprehensive sail inventory including a spinnaker ensures versatility and readiness for any sailing adventure.
- Impeccable maintenance record with approx 500 hours on the Yanmar 1GM 6.5hp shaft drive.
- Full survey available (was done Dec 2021), Rigging replaced 2017 and full report also available.
Update: Starlight Express has just been anti-fouled 14th March 2024.
Updated photos attached.
Region
New South Wales
Vessel Location
Sydney Region Kogarah Bay NSW
Usage
Family, Cruising, Racing
Launch Year
1984
HIN
AUWWA192550M16
Rego
JX325N
Rego Expiry
02/11/2024
Designer
Hank Kaufman
Builder
Northshore Yachts
Length
27' 0" - 8.23m
Beam
2.82m
Draft
1.37m
Displacement
2800kg
Keel / Ballast
Lead
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP Hull and prop regularly cleaned for racing
Deck Material
Fibreglass
Engine Make
Yanmar
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
6.5
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
Approx 500
Max Speed
6.5knots
Cruise Speed
5
Propulsion
Shaft with 3 blade prop
Fuel
30
Water
80
Accommodation
1 v-berth, 2 saloon benches and 1 rear berth on starboard side.
Berths
5
Galley
L shaped galley starboard
Refrigeration
Ice box on port side
Stove
Original Metho stove - works great!
Shower
No
Toilet
Manual
Entertainment
Radio - new in 2020.
Covers
Boom awning, boom cover
Ground Tackle
2 anchors
Bilge Pumps
Electric and manual
Life Jackets
5
Flares
Yes
Fire Protection
2023 Fire extinguisher and blanket
Electrics
2 x AGM 100AH batteries (1 x engine 1 x house) alternator on engine to re-charge,
Solar panel on stern to keep batteries topped up.
Led lighting inside cabin. All lights working.
VHF radio.