CHAPARRAL 234 BOAT OWNER'S COMMENTARY. This 1991 Chaparral 234 is a great all around cruising and fishing boat. She is a very secure reliable boat that is capable of handling rough water. Her reliability is credited to the design and workmanship of the very reputable Chaparral and Yamaha reputation. The boat has enjoyed excellent maintenance from a single owner since going in the water the first time in 1993. The 175 Yamaha 2 stroke engine is only used to reach fishing destinations, then the [removed phone] HP Yamaha 4 stroke takes over (the [removed phone] HP replaced the original 9.9 HP 4 stroke). The 8 HP kicker motor has separate helm controls, throttle and shift. The 175 HP motor can be connected to the 8 HP Kicker with an EZ Steer linkage that enables steering from the helm while under power with the 8 HP Kicker motor. Max speed for the175 HP motor is about 39 MPH and 5 MPH for the 8HP Kicker. The Gas tank holds 137 gallons, so you have significant range. The cabin design and upholstered finish make cruising very comfortable. The V Berth has comfortable cushions for kicking back or sleeping. The smoke colored see through hatch can be opened for a breeze or egress to the bow. The cushions are removable and can be replaced with plywood inserts to accommodate fishing tackle and gear. The head is in a separate compartment so there is no need to disassemble the sleeping birth to use the head in the middle of the night. The fresh water tank holds 10 gallons of water and the sink makes necessary biological chores a snap. The cabin, head and cockpit have light fixtures. With the Bimini top up you have many curtain options, from front, side and back. When you need to keep out the evening dew, the aft curtain provides a total enclosure. The mooring cover provides protection when the boat is not in use. The Cockpit has 2 insulated iceboxes (one for food and one for fish) so there is no need for coolers that clutter the deck. The live well with aerator and drain make fishing enjoyable. Built in tackle box frees up the deck. Safety gear storage is at the helm, radio and binoculars are in a lockable storage at the helm. The Auto Pilot is a Captains best friend. The control panel is portable and can be located at the helm or next to the swivel rod holder when fighting that Giant Blue Fin Tuna. Handling the Anchor is made easy from the pulpit and the Anchor storage is right there behind the pulpit. There are a total of 6 flush mounted rod holders including one swivel rod holder. 4 Cannon Downrigger mounting plates wiring is installed and ready. There is rod storage on both sides of the cockpit and storage boxes both sides aft. There are two batteries below deck with switch. Danforth Compass with night light. The Garmin Transducer is mounted to one side of the transom and Fish Hawk transducer is mounted on the opposite side. The Fish Hawk provides Down Speed, Down Temp, Surface Speed and Surface Temp. In addition to the two swivel seats, seating for two people is available on the ice boxes. The boat rides on a double axle galvanized Venture trailer with brakes. The trailer has guide ons and 56 rollers that facilitate driving onto the trailer. This set up makes it very easy for one person to off load and load this boat. To arrange an appointment to see the boat Contact Victor @ [removed phone]
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Type: Cruiser (Power)
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Manufacturer: Chaparral Boats
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Model: 234
Passengers: 0
Year: 1991
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 23' 0"
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Price: $17,999 / €13,832
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Condition: Very Good
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Engine Type: Outboard, Other
Stock Number: 87556
Number of Engines: 1
Location: Shrewsbury, MA 01545
United States
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