Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bayliner 210 Classic 2005 vs Bayliner 235 BR 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bayliner 210 Classic 2005 vs Bayliner 235 BR 2012 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story: intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Bayliner 235 BR 2012 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 210 Classic 2005 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner 235 BR 2012 carries 50 gallons versus 37 gallons in the Bayliner 210 Classic 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Bayliner 210 Classic 2005 and Bayliner 235 BR 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model210 Classic
Model235 BR
Model Year2005
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in. (2.44 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 6 in. (1.37 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 4 in. (1.32 m) 8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m) max
Bridge clearance - Meters1.37
Bridge clearance - Meters2.54
Bridge clearance - Inches54
Bridge clearance - Inches100
Deadrise18°
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 7 in. (.48 m) Max: 3 ft. 0 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail3,090 lbs. (1,402 kg)
Weight - Detail3,750 lbs. (1,701 kg)
Weight - kg1401.6
Weight - kg1700.97
Weight - lbs.3090
Weight - lbs.3750
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in. (6.32 m) Rigged: 22 ft. 8 in. (6.91 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in. (6.86 m)
Length overall - Meters6.91
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Inches272
Length overall - Inches270
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 6 in. (0.46 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches18
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet22.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal37
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelMPI / A1 (5.0 L) ECT Carb Compliant
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard260 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max300 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - HeightRigged: 7 ft. 7 in. (2.31 m)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over allStorage Length: 22 ft. 6 in. (6.86 m) Rigged: 24 ft. 2 in. (7.37 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight4,040 lbs. (1,833 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
Trailer - Widthnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee