2001 Chaparral 235ssi

Step aboard this 235ssi and you immediately notice how Chaparral squeezed big-boat thinking into a trailerable package. Freeboard is generous, so family and guests feel secure when the breeze kicks up, and the deep bow seating lets adults sit facing forward without feeling exposed. Storage is everywhere—under seats, in the in-floor ski locker, and tucked into clever side compartments—so boards, vests, and lines disappear out of sight. The walkthrough transom keeps wet footprints off the cushions and makes repeated dips in the water effortless. At the helm, the sporty, car-like dash and supportive bucket seat give you the confidence to run at speed without fatigue, while the solid, rattle-free feel underfoot reminds you why Chaparral has such a loyal following.

In waters where weekends can mean choppy boat traffic one hour and quiet coves the next, the 235ssi’s deep-V hull and substantial weight shine. It bridges short, confused waves more comfortably than lighter, flatter-bottomed runabouts, keeping passengers dry and relaxed on longer cruises. When it’s time to explore sandbars or tucked-away anchorages, the boat’s size makes it easy to maneuver into tighter spots, yet there’s still enough beam and seating to host a crew for the day. Add in the integrated swim platform and easy boarding ladder, and it’s an ideal platform for swimming, towing, and casual evening cruises in this kind of mixed cruising and watersports environment.