Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner 2006 vs VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner 2006 vs VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 220 hp, the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 has a 70-hp advantage over the VIP Bay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner 2006's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Bay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner 2006 carries 75 gallons versus 59 gallons in the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 is rated for 15 passengers, while the VIP Bay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner 2006 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 15 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Bay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth 2230 BSVL/BSTL Liner
ModelDeckliner 242 I/O DC
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10℃
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail1,950 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg884.5
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.195
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Meters7.37
Length overall - Inches267
Length overall - Inches29
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail59 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters223.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal59
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxRecommended: 150-200 hp Maximum: 250 hp
Engine max220-300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people8 or 1,150 lbs
Maximum people15
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 8045TB tandem axle galvanized w/ disc brakes & 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailSilver tandem axle w/ drum brakes w/ chrome wheels & lug nuts
Trailer - Height90 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 1 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 4,000 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available