here's the thing...the SS's still ride good enough that unless you jump back and forth between the two you aren't going to know the difference and the overall difference isn't that much...you just happen to feel it differently based on what part of the hull you are sitting over too. I have never done a 242 ss vs ls ride comparison but like I said...space wise the SS is light years ahead of the LS making it a more useable day boat.

Purchase complete! 88 242 LS. Pictures are forthcoming.

congrats!!

Tried to post a pic, but can't :-/

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ive got one for sale with aluminum trailer

I have been reading here off and on, but I figured it was time to register. Anyway, I am also looking for a 223 or 242. If I get my choice I want a red 242 SS with a 454 mag and the split throttle/shift controls. I may not be able to find that so I would also consider other colors, engines, models, etc. If anyone has something or knows of one around let me know. Thanks.

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Bordercrosser:

I have a 1991 that will be coming up for sale soon. Does not have the 454 Mag, just the std 454. 540 hours. new manifolds/elbows, new gas tank, custom anchor locker, Mercury Racing split controls, mechanical trim and tab indicators.

Send me some pictures if you get a chance. Are you selling a trailer with it?

If you are looking for a 242ls mine is for sale its sitting on a 2007 phoenix trailer clolor matched to the boat with disc brakes on all 4 axles. YOU WILL NOT find a cleaner boat, originally a small block and alpha set up, currently has a bravo one and 400hp 454. Bolster seating, split controls, and silent thunder swim platform here is a link to a couple pictures in the water. 15,000 takes it. pm if interested.

http://i1188.photobucket.com/albums/...10921-1045.jpg
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Edit: also upgraded gauges, with gps recall switch and trim on throttle button

86242ls were are u located? I am looking for that exact boat!

Chicago IL

Hey im moving into my new house so i cant do anything now but i will be ready to buy something next month. What is the best way to get a hold of u? If the boat is still available?

[email protected] is my e-mail. I am unable to veiw profiles to get your contact info

Yes, trailer . . . 2005 5-Starr (AKA Load-Rite) bunk style with torsion springs and disc brakes

I'll PM you with some pics.

This should fit the bill,

http://www.boattrader.com/listing/19...2-Ss-101787109

That is a nice looking boat. I have also been considering theses.......

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/boa/3064942189.html

http://http://hartford.craigslist.or...092970788.html

http://http://burlington.craigslist....087049559.html

I'm not sure if I want to get in to a twin engine boat or not. It's just so damn cramped in there to work on them. I am also hoping to get a freshwater boat if possible. There was one about a half hour from me, but it already sold.

I just got an email from the owner. It's already sold.

I like the one with twins, pretty sweet boat, bounced around for the last few years, find out why, I'll keep an eye open,

I have been thinking about it more and I have decided I really don't need twins. If there was a super clean boat at an unbeatable price I would have to consider it. But where I boat and what I'm going to do with it, a single would be better.

Thanks. I sent an email. We'll see what happens.

Im selling my 90 242 it can be seen on iowa craigslist under se iowa. Thanks

I saw that ad yesterday and sent you an email with some questions. I'll p m you.

I have an 88 242 LS that I have listed off and on this year.
11K. It is in Utah though. It has around 450 original hours. 454 365HP Mag w/177 Weiand Blower pushing 4 lbs boost. I boat at 5,100'-7,660' so it basically compensates for lost power from altitude. Blk, Mauve, Terq (Miami I think they call it) I'm the 3rd owner. Captains not Bolsters, Single controls not duals. Great Shape always stored in covered storage.
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I just want to say thanks to everyone who has responed to this thread with information and leads. I haven't bought a 242 yet, but I am stronly considering a few. When I find the right boat I am ready to buy. I have found a few that will work, but they are far enough away that I am hesitating because of time and transportation costs. I still havent found exactly what I want, but I'm not giving up. If I find exactly what I want I am willing to travel a distance to get it, but I figure I don't want to spend the extra travel money to get "almost" what I want.

Take your time, be patient, it will come up, the fact that your willing to travel is a big plus for me i was willing to do missouri and east, just because alotta formula's at loto.

There was a CLEAN 223 that was sold locally up that way recently. I know of a couple 242's up there but don't think many are for sale. Honestly if you are set on a clean 242 that is pretty rare I would see if the black SR-1 down in CT is still around. I can check it out if you want as I spent a bit of time around 242's and have know the difference between mint and junk (one of the cleanest 242's out there used to be up on the river). Where on the river you located?

I also agree wait it out and if possible wait for a CLEAN 90/91. They have some different options and changes that the earlier boats didn't have which were nice touches. Nothing that I would say would be a deal breaker or worth more in price but if looking at equivalent boats go newer.

I like that boat, I just don't really need twins. I don't like working in an engine compartment that is that cramped. If I had a little more time I would go look at it. I am right on the St. Lawrence in Alexandria Bay. I have seen a few 242's on the river. I just haven't been able to find one for sale. There was one on Wellesley island earlier this spring, but I didn't have the money when that one was availible.

If you are close to that boat it would be great if you could check it out for me. I don't want it to be a hassle for you though. If you thought it was really nice I would probably make an offer on it. I also don't mind paying a surveyor to check something out, but i just haven't done that yet. If I found a boat that was exactly what I wanted and it was too far to check out easily I would get it surveyed. Then have it shipped to me if it all worked out.

I'm willing to travel pretty much anywhere for the right boat. But I am more flexible on what I want if the boat is close to me. The dream list for my boating use is............

242 SS
454 Magnum
Bravo I
Low hours
Red and white graphics and interior
Split throttle and shift controls
Aluminum bunk trailer
Very clean and cheap.....hahaha

I found what I wanted early this spring, but I had to sell my Carver before I was ready to buy. Now I'm ready and actively searching. I would even consider a really nice 223. I have a friend with a 223 that I love and borrow all the time. That's why I decided on a 242. His boat is great, but I would like just a bit more room. I don't really need the size for the water I travel in, but it would be nice. I also I want the 242 SS for the cockpit room and extra seat. I don't need bolsters because I plan on using it for more of a day boat/cruiser than a wave jumping/performance boat.

I think a 242ss is going to be perfect. I have been on a 223 and a 242 in the river....242 hands down rides totally different in the days when it is rolling 2-4 but still sunny and you want to hit the river. The SS boats offer up an ENORMOUS amount of space while maintaing the smaller sport boat feel with a cuddy. Will keep my eyes peeled there are a couple of 242ss floating around the capital region but I think again they were priced a little high

Thanks, I appreciate that.

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/boa/3106709071.html
Little older and you would have to live with yellow and the gray interior but looks relatively clean

Again I think I would still wait for something newer but another one. Personally think the 6 should be a 1 in the price to be more realistic

http://www.boattrader.com/listing/19...port-100127553

http://newyork-ny.allboatlistings.co..._17230127.html

Not sure if it is still available but not a bad looking 242ss.

I have looked at all three of those ads. I think overall the last one looks like the nicest boat. I don't really want a 502, but I guess it would work. I do think that I would rather have a 502 than twin 350's. The yellow is better than the teal and pink in my opinion, but it's still not my favorite. It also has the single Quicksilver controls. I really want the split controls. I guess I'm being picky, but I really know what I want and don't want to be disappointed with a purchase.

The boat in Lake George is the color I want, but it's a standard 454 instead of the mag. And being an 87 I'm sure it's an Alpha I and not a Bravo. Like you said, if it was a 1 instead of a 6 on the price it would be more enticing.

Just my opinion but I would definately take the 502 over the 454 mag but that is up to you. I think you have the right idea and should be picky. Wait it out for a well priced 90/91 with the colors you want and then you will be happy. If you can live with a 454 mag vs the 502 makes your picking that much more plentiful. I hear ya on the colors. Formula had some really great combos but had some REALLY bad ones that just seem to hang on over the years. I wish you had been looking a couple years ago you could have had this bird. Not an SS but doubt you would find one cleaner.
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