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
Location
Sydney Area Kogarah Bay NSW
Usage
Family, Cruising, Racing
Launch Year
1984
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP Hull and prop regularly cleaned for racing
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
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.