Sea Ray 210 Signature BR Specs and Review [Video]

Manufactured in the late ‘90s, the 210 Signature BR was a more luxurious variant of the proven Sea Ray 210 BR. This bowrider-style runabout measured 20.5 feet in length and housed MerCruiser sterndrive engines.

In this post, we’ll review this widely popular runabout and its factory specifications.

1996-2001 Sea Ray 210 Signature Review

Body and Features

In 1996 Sea Ray rebranded its 200 Signature to the 210 without any major mechanical changes.

(Her closest relatives, the 180 and 220 Signature were also rebadged to 190 and 230, respectively.)

To be more precise, the official name of the 210 was 210 Bow Rider Signature Select or 210 Bow Rider SS.

Since she was commonly known as the 210 Signature, we will stick to this model name in this post.

Featuring a 15-degree transom deadrise, the modified-V hull of this popular bowrider was carried over from the 200.

Her top deck also remained unchanged, just like the standard and optional seating layouts.

The most unique floorplan featured a stylish asymmetrical sun pad housing a port-side Hi-Low jump seat.

Other seatings included a smaller starboard bench seat, a port back-to-back lounger, a swivel bucket helm seat, and a full wraparound forward lounge.

The rest of the layouts utilized “industry standard” cockpit architectures with some different combinations of swivel bucket seats, back-to-back-loungers, Hi-Low aft jump seats, and a sun pad.

Shared with the standard 210 BR, the list of standard deck features included large padded armrests, cup holders, grab handles, gunwale-mounted grab rails, an insulated ice chest, floor carpet, floor ski locker, side panel storage, and an ice chest.

Keeping wind protection in mind, the door of the helm console doubled as a bow gate.

The bow peak was designed with an anchor locker compartment housing a dedicated fender storage.

As the name suggests, the 210 Signature enjoyed the exclusive Signature Select package.

It packed many luxury bells and whistles like gold Sea Ray logos, courtesy lights, canvas, a bow filler cushion, a swim platform carpet, a premium audio system, and more.

Over the years, the 210 Signature had undergone many changes and cosmetic upgrades.

In 1997, her cushions and decals were redesigned with sleeker, more curved lines, and the ski locker was also enlarged.

The revamped helm returned with a padded side panel, cup holder, new steering wheel, and a much more modern dashboard with chrome gauge bezels.

At the stern, the grab rails became smaller for some reason, and the swim ladder was hidden under a latch.

During the following years, the boat was refreshed several times with new color schemes, new cushions and upholstery designs, and larger storage units.

Engines and Performance

Most Sea Ray bowriders were fitted with MerCruiser sterndrive engines, and the 210 Signature was no exception.

In 1996, the very first model came standard with a carbureted 5.7L MerCruiser rated at 210hp.

The list of optional engines included a 5.7L EFI (220hp), 5.7LX (250hp), and the most advanced 5.7LX EFI (250hp).

Each of these V8 marine engines was paired with an Alpha I sterndrive propulsion system.

Over the years, the boat was upgraded with some new power sources like the fuel-injected 5.0L MerCruiser EFI.

Depending on the engine option, load, and environmental conditions, the top speed of the 210 Signature averaged between 40 and 50 mph.

Fitted with the most powerful 250hp engines, she topped out in the high 40s and cruised at 32-33 mph at 3000 RPM.

Even though she wasn’t built to be a fast boat, her performance was more than enough to pull a skier, wakeboarder, or tuber without any issues.

Specifications

For your convenience, we’ve listed the factory specifications of the Sea Ray 210 Signature (1996 model year):

Dimensions and Capacities (1996)

Overall Length w/ Swim Platform	20’ 6”
Maximum Beam	8’ 0”
Draft (Outboard Down)	30”
Draft (Outboard Up)	12”
Dry Weight	3,300 lb.
Fuel Capacity	35 gal.
Dead Rise	15°

Engine Specs (1996)

Engine type	5.7L MerCruiser (std)	5.7L EFI MerCruiser (opt.)	5.7LX MerCruiser (opt)	5.7LX EFI MerCruiser (opt)
Engine stroke	4-stroke	4-stroke	4-stroke	4-stroke
Cylinders	V8	V8	V8	V8
Displacement	5.7L	5.0L	5.7L	5.7L
Carburetion	Carburetors	Fuel Injection	Carburetors	Fuel Injection
Engine power	210hp
Propulsion (I/O)	Alpha I	Alpha I	Alpha I	Alpha I

Specifications in these charts are for informational purposes only. For further information, please refer to the operator’s manual.

Takeaways

Marketed from 1996 through 2001, the Sea Ray 210 Signature BR was a higher trim level of the proven 210 Bow Rider.

But contrary to popular belief, she wasn’t a new model but a rebranded 1994-1995 200 Signature.

This well-designed runabout featured a 15-degree modified-V hull, bowrider-style top deck, high-quality materials, and luxury features.

During her long life, she had undergone a lot of changes and upgrades before being discontinued in late 2001.

Thanks to their durable engines, high-quality features, and timeless design, many of these boats are still in good shape and sell fast on the used market.

If you are looking for a Sea Ray 210 Signature for sale, you can find plenty of them on eBay, Craigslist, FB Marketplace, or boat classifieds.

Asking prices vary widely depending on condition, year, and engine option, but most often they average between $10,000 and $30,000.