1997 Chaparral 1930 SE Limited Experience the 1997 Chaparral 1930 SE Limited — a sporty and versatile 19-foot class bowrider designed for performance, comfort, and all-around fun on the water. Built on Chaparral’s deep-V fiberglass hull, this boat delivers a smooth, confident ride whether you’re cruising, pulling tubes, or enjoying a day out with family and friends. Compact in size but solid in build, it remains a popular choice for affordable entry into performance boating. With its open-bow layout, stern drive power options, and practical interior design, the 1930 SE Limited is well-suited for watersports, lake cruising, and casual recreation. Key Highlights Deep-V Performance Hull Chaparral’s 18–20° deadrise hull provides a stable, smooth ride through chops and wakes while maintaining responsive handling. Sporty & Versatile Layout Open bow seating combined with a rear bench and sun pad makes it ideal for both lounging and watersports. Strong Engine Options Available with MerCruiser V6 or V8 stern drive setups for reliable power and solid top-end performance. Compact Trailerable Size At under 20 feet, it’s easy to tow, store, and launch at most ramps. Classic Chaparral Build Quality Fiberglass construction with solid fit-and-finish typical of late-90s Chaparral models. Specifications: General: Year: 1997 Make: Chaparral Model: 1930 SE Limited Condition: Used Hull Material: Fiberglass Boat Type: Bowrider / Sport Boat Hull Type: Deep-V Planing Hull Dimensions: Length: 19’–19’6” (5.8–5.9 m) Beam: 8’–8’4” (2.4–2.5 m) Draft: ~18–33 in (varies by trim/drive) Deadrise: ~18°–20° Weight: 2,600–3,000 lbs. Engine: Engine Type: Stern Drive (I/O) Engine Make: Volvo Penta Engine Model: 5.7 GL Engine HP: 235-250 HP Fuel Type: Gas Engine Hours: 476 Capacity: Passenger Capacity: 8 people Fuel Capacity: 38 gallons (144 L) Features & Options: Interior & Seating: Upholstery: White/Grey/Blue Open bow seating area Dual bucket helm seats Rear bench seating with sunpad Walk-through windshield Storage & Convenience: Ski locker (center floor storage) Integrated swim platform with ladder Basic under-seat storage compartments Helm & Controls: Analog gauge cluster Simple, functional helm layout Mechanical throttle/shift controls Exterior: Gelcoat: White/Blue Fiberglass hull construction Integrated swim platform Swim platform with boarding ladder What It’s Know For: Solid, stable ride for a 19-foot bowrider Strong watersports capability (skiing, tubing, cruising) Classic Chaparral durability and performance feel Affordable entry into performance boating Trailer: Trailer Make: Calkins Axle: Single Trailer Material: Steel Color: Grey