2016 Chaparral Vortex 243 VRX
$54,500
Boat in Scottsville, KY 42164 US
Vortex 243 VRX
2 Engines (2x Rotax)
24.3 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
2016 Chaparral 243 Vortex - Surf-Ready Jet Boat $54,500 | Scottsville, KY
Listing Broker: Captain Daniel Spires | Lux Yachts
High-Performance Jet Boat | Fully Loaded Surf Setup
Lux Yachts proudly presents this 2016 Chaparral 243 Vortex, a premium jet boat known for its performance, versatility, and fully integrated surf system.
This boat is in excellent condition with 450 hours and is turnkey for summer, whether you're cruising, entertaining, or wake surfing.
Surf System & Performance
This boat is equipped with Chaparral's complete surf package, including:
- Ballast Tank System - creates clean, surfable wakes
- Surf Gates / Wake Shaping Technology - dial in wave shape on either side
- Integrated Surf Controls at Helm
- Twin jet propulsion for smooth, controlled power delivery
- Shallow draft - perfect for lakes and rivers
Designed to produce a consistent, customizable surf wave without the need for a traditional prop boat.
⚙️ Performance & Power
- Twin jet drive system
- Approx. 450 hours
- Quick planing and responsive handling
- Safe, prop-free design (great for families & swimmers)
Upgrades & Highlights
- New Head Display Screen
- New SeaDek Swim Platform
- Premium Chaparral upholstery and finishes
- Spacious cockpit with wraparound seating
- Large rear lounge + swim platform
Comfort & Layout
- Open bow seating
- Deep cockpit design for safety
- Plenty of storage for gear and boards
- Transom seating area for easy water access
Trailer & Equipment
- Color-Matched Tandem Axle Trailer
- Full Mooring Cover Included
Specifications
- Length: 24'
- Beam: 8'6"
- Engine Type: Twin Jet Drive
- Hours: 450
- Fuel Type: Gasoline
Why This Boat Stands Out
✔ Full surf system with ballast & wave shaping
✔ Jet drive = safer, shallow water capable
✔ Excellent condition
✔ Turnkey and ready for the water
✔ Trailer included
Asking Price: $54,500Contact
Captain Daniel Spires | Lux Yachts
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
The information provided herein is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed and should not be relied upon without independent verification. Specifications, equipment, hours, and condition are subject to change without notice. No warranties, expressed or implied, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are made. Vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. Vessel is sold AS IS, WHERE IS.
- All Panels with Dual Illuminated LED Switches and Water Resistant DC Breakers
- Custom Molded Fiberglass Dash with Hand Stitched and Wrapped Upholstery
- DC Power Plug -12v (Helm)
- Digital Depth Gauge
- Digital Helm Package with Four Control Settings: Cruise Mode, Ski Mode, Eco Mode, Docking Mode
- Digital Hour Meter
- Digital Instrumentation with Chrome Bezels
- Electrical Connectors Triple O-Ring Sealed and Water Tight
- Grounding Bars - Engine and Dash
- Helm Stereo Remote
- Loom Wrapped Wiring
- Steering Wheel - Black
- Tilt Steering Wheel
- Enclosed Storage Compartment with Lockable Door
- Fiberglass Floor Liner
- Foam Backed Hullside Material
- Hanging Rod
- Lighting in Head
- Mildew Resistant Acoustical Liner
- Aft Hinged Transom Seats with Center Walk-Thru and Storage Underneath
- Bow Cushions - Hinged with Storage Compartment Underneath
- Bow rider Filler Cushion with Dedicated Storage
- Bow Walk Thru Door
- Cockpit and Transom Grab Handles-Stainless Steel
- Cockpit Drainage System (CDS)
- Cockpit Layout: U - Shaped Seating with Single Helm Bucket Seat (Slide and Swivel) with Logo Badging & Port Seat Reversible Oasis Lounge (Folds to Provide Aft Facing Seat)
- Cockpit Table with Bases in Cockpit and on Swim platform
- Custom Designed Ultra Comfort Helm Seat with Flip-Up Bolster
- Diamond Pattern Non-Skid
- Fiberglass Molded Bowrider Area
- Full Size Wraparound Walk-Thru Windshield with Custom Stainless Steel Supports
- Interior Color Packages: Biscayne Blue, Fire Red, Lime Green, Yellow, Stealth Gray or Aqua
- Lighting - Cockpit Courtesy Lights (4 - LED)
- Molded Glove Box Storage with Foam Protectant Pad
- Molded-In Footrest - Port and Starboard
- Premium Expandable and Stain Resistant Cockpit Upholstery Vinyl with Nano-Block Technology and Color Accent Stitching
- Premium Sound System: AM/FM with MP3 Jack, USB Port, Bluetooth capabilities, and Sirus Satellite Ready
- Removable Cooler (25-Quart) Under Port Bench Seat
- Side Panels with Coaming Storage
- Ski Storage in Floor with Large Hinged Fiberglass Hatch and Rubber Mat
- Snap In Premium Upgrade Cockpit Carpet
- Stainless Steel Drink holders (10)
- Starlite Seat Cushions with Water Drainage System
- Storage Underneath Starboard and Port Dash
- Swim Platform Mat
- Water Resistant Speakers (6)
- 100% Perma Panel Marine Coring
- Battery Trays
- Bilge Blowers
- Bilge Pump - Automatic
- Dedicated Anchor Locker Molded Into Forward Deck with Stainless Steel Four Step Boarding Ladder Concealed Under Fiberglass Lid
- Delta V Plane Hull Design
- Dual Battery Setup with Parallel Switch
- Electric Horn
- Garboard Drain Plugs (2)
- Heavy Duty PVC Rub rail with Stainless Steel Insert
- Integrated Swim Platform
- Kevlar Reinforced Hull
- Lifetime Limited Hull Warranty
- Navigational Lights
- NMMA Certified
- Plastic Fuel Tank with Stainless Steel Deck Fill Plate
- Premium Hydrogel Resin - Blister Resistant
- Pressure Water System with Stainless Steel Transom Shower
- Ski Mirror
- Stainless Steel Bow Rails
- Stainless Steel Hardware, Including Bow and Stern Eyes, Ski Eye, and Pull-Up Cleats (6)
- Stainless Steel, Three-Step Boarding Ladder with Integrated Handle Concealed Under Molded Lid
- Three Blade Stainless Steel Impeller
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/29/26 | Initial price | $54,500 |
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