Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 vs VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 vs VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2005 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 250 hp, the VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2005 has a 160-hp advantage over the VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
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 VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 at 18,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2005 at 2,0 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
ModelBluewater 186 CCF
ModelVanquish 203 SBR O/B
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches102
Draft [drive up] - Detail16?
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,260 lbs. (without motor)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg571.53
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.126
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters5.72
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Inches225
Length overall - Inches243
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17℃
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxRecommended: 90-115 hp Maximum: 130 hp
Engine max250 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard115?200 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people6 or 845 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7975SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 8112TB Silver Tandem Axle Trailer with Drum Brakes with Swing-Away Tongue, with Chrome Wheels and Chrome Lug Nuts
Trailer - Height88 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 2,800 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available