Boats in the 24- to 27-foot size range represent a real sweet spot for many prospective buyers. They’re not so large as to be budget busters but not so small as to be uncomfortable for family fun on the water. Speaking to that theme we’ve assembled three great boats from respected builders in the 24- to 27-foot range.
Monterey 270 CR
Monterey is known for its luxury-oriented, family-friendly express boats that pack a lot of versatility inside. If you take a look at the features included with the Monterey 270 CR, you’ll begin to see that it’s definitely a well-earned reputation.
Many have a single MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI inboard gas engine. Trimmed up at full load you should expect top speeds in the 40-mph range with a cruise in the mid-20s. The boat is packed with all sorts of creature comforts, often including reverse-cycle air-conditioning, a five-kW gas generator, 30-amp shore power, refrigeration, microwave oven, television, stereo, and hotwater heater. On deck is stainless-steel ground tackle, an upholstered foredeck sunpad, swim platform ladder, custom cushions, and more.
Accommodations below include an enclosed head/shower, a guest berth situated mid-cabin under the bridge deck, and a queen-sized V-berth that converts to a dinette. A galley is situated to port with a sink, stove, the aforementioned microwave and refrigerator, and stowage space for galley gear. There’s plenty of light and ventilation below, thanks to well-situated hatches and opening ports. This express is well equipped for family cruising.
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Baja 232
Baja boats have a reputation for providing thrilling performance. So when we came across this model with 310 ponies worth of MerCruiser Bravo 1 power strapped to the stern, which should provide speeds surpassing the 60-mph mark, we decided to investigate further. Hold on to your hats.
Inside the 232 is a sporty seating setup for five, with twin captain’s chairs behind the console and a three-person bench aft. A heavy-duty Bimini top with one-inch stainless-steel tubing is included to keep things cool while underway beneath the summer sun. Tunes come courtesy of a Kenwood head unit and an Alpine amplifier pushing four- to eight-inch Alpine speakers.
Below is a comfy cuddy with a bench seat and seating that converts to a full-size berth. A large opening hatch enhances lighting and ventilation, while a transformable space to starboard has room enough for a porta-potty. This provides plenty of excuses for Bohemian weekend overnighting anchored out or tied up at a cozy marina.
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Yamaha 242 Limited
A 24-footer that places a lot of emphasis on family fun, entertaining, and watersports is the jet-powered Yamaha 242 Limited. Powered by a pair of powerful Yamaha four-stroke engines, the 242 Limited was at one time the flagship of Yamaha’s jet boat fleet.
So, what does the “Limited” designation get you? Well, just about every option on the order sheet, including upgraded electronics, a Clarion stereo, teak-look decking throughout, a watersports tower with wakeboard racks, LED transom lighting, upgraded seating upholstery, and more. This boat also comes with a custom cover, Samson wakeboard tower mirror, and an upgraded steering system.
With plenty of power to spare, the 242 Limited S has a top speed of around 50 mph. An efficient cruise speed settles in around 27 mph. Inside there’s a clever layout with two aft-facing lounge seats molded into the transom that provide a first-row view to the action behind the boat. They also provide ample stowage, accessible from each opening seatback. Farther inside the gunwales is a clever seating layout both forward and in the cockpit that can comfortably accommodate around eight people.
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