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Everglades 243 CC

24.3ft center console, built 2008–present. Primary use: saltwater.

Typical used values

Model yearUsed asking rangeMedianConfidence
2008 $57,500 – $72,000 $65,000 low
2017 $102,000 – $128,000 $115,000 med
2026 $184,000 – $227,000 $205,500 low

Ranges interpolate 3 hand-anchored years at 5%/yr depreciation off-curve. Hours and saltwater service further adjust; a full Deal Report scores those for a specific listing.

Known issues to check (2)

  • Low Few structural issues — the build is the selling point. Watch instead for neglected electronics and aged Yamaha rigging.
  • Medium Older (2008–2012) units may have first-gen Yamaha F250 4.2L or carbureted power — confirm engine generation.

Pre-purchase inspection checklist

  1. Verify engine generation and hours — the hull outlasts the original motors, so repower status drives value.
  2. Check all electronics power up; aged Garmin/Raymarine suites are a $10K+ refit.

Typical engines (1)

  • Yamaha 4-stroke outboard (F70–F300) outboard · gas · base score 90/100 · high-use ≥ 150 hrs/yr

    The benchmark for outboard reliability and resale. F150 and F300 routinely run 2,000+ hours with routine service. Top-tier buyer trust — a Yamaha-powered hull sells faster than the same boat on any other brand.

    100-hour service intervals; 10-year/1,000-hour anode and water-pump attention. Saltwater units: check the bus bar and starter solenoid behind the powerhead for corrosion.

Resale liquidity (85/100)

RAMCAP closed-cell construction = exceptional build integrity and value retention. Cult following among serious anglers.

Everglades 243 CC FAQ

What is a fair price for a used Everglades 243 CC?
Typical asking range for a 2017 Everglades 243 CC is roughly $102,000–$128,000 in average condition with average hours. Older year-models depreciate at about 5% per year off the curve. Specific listings vary; paste a URL on the home page for a full Deal Report.
What should I inspect on a used Everglades 243 CC?
  • Verify engine generation and hours — the hull outlasts the original motors, so repower status drives value.
  • Check all electronics power up; aged Garmin/Raymarine suites are a $10K+ refit.
Is the Everglades 243 CC a good boat?
RAMCAP closed-cell construction = exceptional build integrity and value retention. Cult following among serious anglers. Resale-liquidity score (our model, 0–100): 85.

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