Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 234FS 2010 vs Monterey 328SS 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Monterey 234FS 2010 against a deep vee Monterey 328SS 2012 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 Monterey 328SS 2012 measures 32,2 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 8,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 234FS 2010 at 24,0 feet (2010). At 43 lbs and 97 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 430 hp, the Monterey 328SS 2012 has a 110-hp advantage over the Monterey 234FS 2010's 320-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Monterey 328SS 2012 carries 142 gallons versus 62 gallons in the Monterey 234FS 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 234FS 2010 is rated for up to 1 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 328SS 2012 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 328SS 2012 at 32,2 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 234FS 2010 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
Model Year201
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam9 ft. 8 in. (2.9 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.95
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches116
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise22℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (55.9 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (0.68 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.69
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches27
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (96.5 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches38
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail4,300 lbs. (1,950.5 kg)
Weight - Detail9,700 lbs. (4,400 kg)
Weight - kg1950.45
Weight - kg4399.84
Weight - lbs.43
Weight - lbs.97
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet32.17
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. (7.32 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]32 ft. 2 in. (9.7 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.51
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches99
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal. (234.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail142 gal. (537.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters537.53
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal142
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine max320 hp (238.6 kW)
Engine maxT-430 hp (T-320.7 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacity10 gal. (37.8 l)
Water capacity25 gal. (94.6 l)
Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907.2 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people1,800 lbs. (816.5 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Water heater capacitynot available
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal18