Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 boat specs
Sea Ray
Sea Ray 230 Select 2007
2007
View full specs →
VS
Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 boat specs
Sea Ray
Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008
2008
View full specs →

Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 vs Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 vs Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 at 23,0 ft versus Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 at 24,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 tips the scales at 5 593 lbs — 1 349 lbs less than the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 at 4 244 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 and 300 hp for the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 carries 75 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Sea Ray 230 Select 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 10 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 and its 320-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 with its 300-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeSea Ray
MakeSea Ray
Model230 Select
Model240 Sundancer?
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58.42 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.58
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inches23
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (96.52 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (100 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches38
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail4,244 lbs. (1,925 kg)
Weight - Detail5,593 lbs. (2,537 kg)
Weight - kg1925.04
Weight - kg2536.94
Weight - lbs.4244
Weight - lbs.5593
Length - Meters7
Length - Meters8.03
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet24
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 0 in (7 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 10 in. (8.03 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters7.57
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches298
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser 5.0L MPI Bravo III 260 hp (194 kW)
Engine/s standard5.0L MPI Bravo? III MCM - 260 hp (194 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l), Usable fuel: 68 gal. (257 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp (239 kW)
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs. (726 kg)
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Maximum people10 @ 1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Maximum people10 @ 1,700 (771 kg)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - DetailOptional: 18 gal. (68.1 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal18
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailMatching trailer with swing-away tongue and surge brakes
Trailer - Detailnot available

Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 vs Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 or the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008?
The Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 or the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008?
For trailering, the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 has the edge at 4 244 lbs dry weight versus 5 593 lbs for the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 tops out at 300 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 is certified for 10. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 and Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 or the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008?
The Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 has the bigger tank at 75 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007. That 70-gallon difference translates to roughly 210–350 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 and Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Sea Ray 230 Select 2007 and the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2008 are built by Sea Ray. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.