Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Everglades Boats 243cc 2007 vs Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a v-hull Everglades Boats 243cc 2007 against a modified vee Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 measures 27,3 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Everglades Boats 243cc 2007 at 24,0 feet (2007). At 31 lbs and 51 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 400 hp, the Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 has a 100-hp advantage over the Everglades Boats 243cc 2007's 300-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 carries 163 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Everglades Boats 243cc 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 at 27,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Everglades Boats 243cc 2007 at 24,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeEverglades Boats
MakeEverglades Boats
Model Year2007
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 2 in. (2.48 m)
Beam9 ft. 3 in
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.82
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches111
Bridge clearance - Detail58 in. (1.47 m) without top
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft
Bridge clearance - Meters1.47
Bridge clearance - Meters2.44
Bridge clearance - Inches58
Bridge clearance - Inches96
Deadrise31℃ Transom: 21℃
DeadriseAverage: 37 in. Transom: 21 in
Draft [max] - Detail16 in. (0.41 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.41
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches16
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406.2 kg)
Weight - Detail5,100 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg2313.32
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.51
Length - Meters7.39
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet27.25
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 3 in. (7.39 m)
Length overall - DetailWith Engine: 27 ft. 3 in. Without Engine: 24 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Meters7.39
Length overall - Meters8.31
Length overall - Inches291
Length overall - Inches327
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches19
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]30 / 25 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeV-hull
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal163
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp (223 kW)
Engine max400 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,725 lbs. (782.5 kg)
Maximum capacity4,200 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity20 gal