The **2013 Yamaha 242 Limited S** is a standout jet boat that brings serious performance and versatility to the water — and this sleek black-hulled example is ready to make waves on the lakes around Nashville and Gallatin. At 24 feet long with a commanding 102-inch beam, this boat offers exceptional stability and spacious deck space, whether you're towing wakeboarders, tubers, or simply cruising with the whole crew in comfort. Yamaha's jet propulsion system means no exposed propeller, making it a genuinely family-friendly choice for swimming and watersports. As a member of Yamaha's prestigious **242 Limited S** lineup, this boat was built to impress. The striking black hull gives it an aggressive, head-turning look on the water, and the generous beam translates to a ride that feels solid and confidence-inspiring at any speed. Jet boats of this caliber are renowned for their responsive handling and ability to perform in shallower water where stern-drives and outboards dare not go. Priced at **$29,000**, this used 2013 Yamaha 242 Limited S represents outstanding value for a feature-packed, performance-oriented jet boat in the heart of Tennessee. Middle Tennessee's lakes offer the perfect playground for everything this boat does best — don't miss your chance to own a proven, capable vessel at a price that makes getting on the water an easy decision. Contact us today to schedule a showing or sea trial!
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Based on 8 reviews from across the web
The 242 Limited S gets consistent praise from both expert testers and our owners for the way it handles. Yamaha's Articulating Keel and rack-and-pinion steering give it confident, straight-line tracking and real composure in hard turns, while low-speed control near docks is noticeably better than older jet boat designs. Several reviewers note it compares favorably with sterndrive alternatives in real-world handling.
On the practical side, our owners appreciate the thoughtful layout. Storage is genuinely generous, the ski locker is oversized, and the cabin gives everyone a comfortable place to sit. The Connext-integrated electronics and Polk audio system draw positive comments, and the controls feel smooth and well-integrated. The 1.8L engines have a strong reputation for durability, with owners reporting trouble-free running well into the hundreds of hours.
Fuel consumption is the one area where opinions vary, though it tends to come up mainly among owners who run the boat at full throttle regularly. The engine note at higher rpm is louder and higher-pitched than a sterndrive, which is simply part of jet-boat ownership. Anyone coming from a sterndrive will want a short adjustment period for low-speed maneuvering, though most owners say it becomes second nature with time.
Expert testers tell us the combination of rack-and-pinion steering, the Articulating Keel, and Yamaha's Advanced Responsive Handling technology makes it track and corner in a way that compares favorably with sterndrives we have tested. The main adjustment is at low speeds, where jet propulsion behaves differently, but most of our owners say it becomes natural fairly quickly.
Every tester who evaluated it came away impressed. It gave our reviewers real responsiveness near docks and a level of control that older jet boat designs simply do not offer. There are also aftermarket options available if you want to go further.
Our owners and forum contributors consistently describe them as very durable. One owner ran his to 750 hours without an issue, and the general consensus is that these engines hold up well with normal care.
At wide-open throttle, consumption is higher than you would see in a comparable sterndrive, with some owners reporting around 25 gallons per hour at full throttle. Cruising at more moderate speeds brings that down considerably, so how you run the boat makes a real difference.
Our owners consistently highlight storage as one of the strongest points on this boat. There is a designated space for almost everything, and the ski locker is large enough for skis, wakeboards, and tow ropes with room to spare. The cabin seating is comfortable for a full group.
Jet engines run at higher rpm than sterndrives, and the resulting tone is higher-pitched and more present at speed. Most owners accept it as part of the jet-boat experience, but it is worth knowing if you spend a lot of time at full throttle on longer runs.
Summarized by AI from public sources across the web — owner forums, marine publications, and other boating sites. Provided for research; not authored or endorsed by the dealership.
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