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2002 Princecraft Vacanza 242V I/O Photos
2002 Princecraft Vacanza 242V I/O Test Details
| Category | Deck Boat |
| Length | 23ft 11in / 7.01 m |
| Beam | 8ft. 4in. |
| Engine Make | Mercury |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L |
| Weight | 3,325 lbs |
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2002 Princecraft Vacanza 242V I/O Description
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Princecraft has long been known as a top-quality
aluminum boatbuilder. Longtime fans of the line can rest assured that
hasnt changed, despite the turmoil last year, as OMC went bankrupt and
Princecraft was eventually sold to the Brunswick Corp. (which also
builds Mercury and MerCruiser engines).
The Vacanza 242 V I/O, new for 2002, was built with the quality craftsmanship Princecraft has been known for over the years.
As I approached the boat at the dock I was overwhelmed by the amount of space available on board. The rear seating area, with its large L-shaped bench, is easily capable of seating five adults and the facing couches in the front of the boat have additional seating for another four. Altogether the boat easily could hold 10 people plus the driver. In front of the L-shaped couch is a kidney-shaped table with three built-in drinkholders.
Across the stern of the boat, over the MerCruiser engine, is a large access hatch to storage beside the motor. On one side of the motor, the hatch lifts up for easy access to the built-in swim platform which contains a fold-up ladder. This easy access area to the swim platform can also transform itself into a pop-up privacy. On top of the engine hatch, across the rear of the boat is a padded area for relaxing or sunbathing.
The helm has woodgrain accents and all the necessary instruments. The AM-FM CD player is standard with four speakers positioned around the boat. There is a comfortable upholstered swiveling helm. In front of the helm is a moulded plastic built-in sink with a large storage area below.
The thing I like best about a deckboat is its versatility, easily handling skiing, fishing or day-cruising. I appreciated the size of the 242s raised bow casting platform with built-in in-floor livewell and storage locker.
On the casting platform are two folded, removable swivel seats far enough apart for two to fish comfortably. As you step down off the raised fishing platform between the two front lounges, there is an in-floor ski locker large enough to hold a wakeboard and ski gear. Midway along each side of the boat a lockable gate opens to allow easy access.
Like any good deckboat storage is never a problem, with lockers under each lounge chair and the L-shaped aft lounge.
The Vacanza hull, with a new reverse-chine design, creates added lift, stability and handling, helping the boat reach its top speed of 46 mph. The design also employs a deeper V, providing better rough-water performance and more stability by lowering the boats overall center of gravity. The Vacanza deckboat, through its fully integrated, contoured aluminum body panels, has styling and lines similar to more expensive fibreglass deckboats.
A test drive resulted in some impressive numbers. The 4.3L MerCruiser pushed the boat from 0 to 20 mph in just 5.56 seconds and to the top speed of 46 mph in 15 seconds.
Cruising along at 27 mph (3,000 rpm) the noise factor was low at the helm, reading only 78 bbA. As we knifed through a couple of turns, the boat tracked effortlessly.
I could imagine myself and the gang spending lots of leisurely hours on the water aboard the new Vacanza 242. Its hard to beat the versatility of a deckboat.
2002 Princecraft Vacanza 242V I/O Test Specifications
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Test boat engine:
Mercury MerCruiser 4.3L , EFI 220 hp,
4.3 litre (262 cid), V-6 gasoline engine driving
an Alpha One sterndrive with a 21 inch pitch aluminum prop.
Acceleration
mph/sec
0-20/5.56 0-30/8.7 0-40/12.7
Top Speed (RADAR)
rpm mph
5,000 46.7
Cruising Speed (RADAR)
rpm/mph
3,000/27.3 3,500/34.8 4,000/38.8
Sound Levels at Cruise (3,000 rpm)
helm aft cockpit
78dbA 81dbA
Sound Levels at Top Speed
helm aft cockpit
81dbA 85dbA
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