The search for a 232 or 252
 

Well I am still looking for a 232 or 252 this summer. I figured I'd start one thread (rather than multiple) to try to get a better idea about those models as well as post potential sales.

I know the Baja community is like a family so hopefully most wont mind helping.

First inquiry: Anyone know this boat?

http://rochester.craigslist.org/boa/2904500963.html

Go with the 252 if you can find one i think it has a much better ride and the extra space is nice. I just sold my 2000 model last fall. Go to the team baja marine forum their are two nice 252's for sale in the Islander section the Red one is in my home town and has been for sale since late last summer. I would be happy to go take a look at it for you and send some additional pictures.

My preference is definitly the 252 for the extra room and deadrise. But funds are limited, so Id be happy with either. I didn't find any 252s in the islander section, there are quite a few 242s but those are newer and quite a bit more expensive (over budget).

http://boats.iboats.com/2000-baja-ma...r/1152342.html

My mistake those were 242's the link above has a nice 2000 model for $34k. As a reference i sold my 2000 model 252 w/whipple charged 502 & 280ish hours for $28,000. It also had a labbed Bravo 1 prop and hydraulic assit steering. Keep an eye one Boat Trader thats were i find my 252.

i dont personally know that boat but I'm in Rochester and have noticed that one on CL for the past 1-2 months listed for sale. if it becomes a serious contender that your looking at i can send the link to some of my buddys and see if any of them know the owner or anything about it.

good luck!

I'll sell you a 1996 272 25th Anniversary at a smoking price. If you are interested - let me know. I'll PM you my phone number. Only 1 with these options. Well taken care of. Always get compliments on it every time out. Only reason for selling is that I don't use it much anymore. Everything works. Nothing wrong with it. 502 MPI/Bravo One. 2nd owner. Columbus, OH area.

I just looked at the boat you have referenced. Nice boat - mine is as nice and I'll save you $6K too:eekdrop: Plus you can have all my gear too...

Any takers...PM me for my cell...I want this gone.

Looks nice in OH
 

^^ Looks nice in Ohio -

My only drawback are the colors . . . not the worst I've seen but definitly not my first choice either.

Reasonable price, thanks for sending.

Anyone's boat you know?

I dont know the boat, I just stumbled upon it last night looking at boats. Colors arent too bad, Id be happy with them if the boat is really that clean in person. Im sure it would look great in the water. I just re-read the ad and it looks like it would be worth making an offer on. New batteries, new tires & trailer maintenance, captains choice, props, etc........

I would buy this one if I had the money. Offer $18,500.00

for what its worth in pricing reference, I just sold a NICE 252 with 450 hours, and a redone trailer for 26k.

I talked to the owner of that boat before I bought my 25 OL. If I remember right, the lowest he would do was $23k...

Its definitly one of my favorite color schemes of all that I have looked at so far. But 23K is just barely out of my reach. I'll have to see what he can do next time I head that way on business.

Maybe 16k or 17k US funds could get this one bought? I like the 97' Boss package we offered on them. The extra decals can go by by.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Baja-252-1997...wer_Motorboats

P22
 

I'd pay 20K for that boat in a heartbeat! I might even have a few matching accesories in storage . . .

2002 232 Clean
 

Dont know if your still on the hunt... 2002 with 320 hours, 6.2 merc.. Clean boat.. Grand prix special edition.. Tan interior with wood accents.

Forest green sides and hull has never been painted.. Rare paint job
Venture roller trailer

Having trouble getting pics on the site... I can email if your interested.

Baja 232
 

Here's a few pics.. just figured it out.

Very Nice
 

Very Nice boat, green's not 100% top choice, but definitly interested. Do you have an add anywhere?

Quite the decal package..... Hideous, really. One good thing about Baja, graphics were always really good.

I don't i wasn't planning on posting it until mid season but I saw your thread... I can take more pics .. Have to see the green in person ... I get compliments all the time.

more pics
 

here's two more pics from when i had the boat fitted for the venture trailer...

video
 

i have a short video of the interior .. the site doesn't except the type of file.. if interested shoot me your email address and i can forward it along..

Just saw this one.......

http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/boa/3010270243.html

Here's another in Ohio.......

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Baja-...1d26e8d3#v4-47

Actually, there are a few on there right now!

http://motors.shop.ebay.com/Boats-/2...5&_sop=7&_sc=1

Ah, Gull Island. Turned a few full beers into empty ones there:)

Ah Yes Gull Island, only thing lacking from the moot is the warmer water.

I am hoping to look at the 252 in Rochester next week. I really like the black/grey/purple colors, very conservative for a Baja. I also like the Grand Prix schemes too.

Im trying to stay away from the red/purple/other color but it seems like there are a lot of those out there. . .

Hopefully will have something for one of the LSC area Poker Runs

232 vs. 252 Ride Quality
 

So there seem to be a lot more 232s available vs 252s. And of course the prices is a bit better on the 232.

Will I really notice the ride difference from the dead rise on the 232 vs. the 252 for Lake St Clair?

Also most of the time it will be my wife and I and may another couple. Do we need the extra room of the 252?

Andrew,

Yes there will be a good bit of difference between them. Remember the 252 is really 25' 6" long with a short 1' extension on the hull and the 232 is really 23' 2" with a 2' extension on the hull. Not to mention the deadrise increase the 252 is almost a 25 Outlaw hull. The 232 is a great little boat and would be fine on most days on St. Clair, but you need a 252 so you can go to Put-in-Bay!

XT

My neighbour just told me he may sell his 2002 Baja 232. Has 6.2 motor with not many hours. He take immaculate care of it and it still looks brand new. It is mint and I'm not just talking it up. If you wanna know more pm me.

232 to P-I-B
 

I'd love to make the trip to P-I-B. We were in CP last Tuesday and that'd be great by boat. Can it be done in a "semi normal" Lake Erie day in a 232? I can handle taking a weekend trip and if Sunday is 6-8 footers staying the extra till Monday to let the lake settle down. But if the 232 won't get me up north (Lexington, Port Sanillac, Grand Bend) and down south to P-I-B. Then I need a 252.

I'd also like to do some tow sports with the boat and I think (maybe??) the 252 is getting big for that?

If I can tow two large tubes all day long with my 29ol on Dale Hollow, a 252 is not two large of a boat. It's called "two foot idis" no matter what size boat you have you will always think two feet would be so much better!

XT :daz:

Sounds like the 252 is my top choice, with a 232 in second.

Now if I can only find a color/graphic combo. . .

Seems like there is currently a dry spell of 252s out there? Any new listings in Midwest/Great Lakes region?

I have a 252 and believe it is one of the best all around family boats you can find. It will tow anything from inflatables to skiers, it isn't an inboard ski/wake boat (owned 2 of them), but I would dare to compare the ride and comfort it gives you. The 232 doesn't have stand up bolsters, which I will never go back to sitting down again.

I'm pretty sure the 232 has bolstered seats.

It does have bolsters...

Correct 232 = Bolsters
 

The 232 and up in the performance series has Bolsters.

The H2X and below goes back to sit down seats.

Thats what drew the line for me on choosing a Baja, I definitly want stand up bolsters.

Pull the trigger, its June already! :ernaehrung004: