[Sold] - $79,900 - (1997) Carver 400 Cockpit Motor Yacht For Sale

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This 1997 Carver 400 Cockpit Motor Yacht is the perfect boat to consider if you are looking for a boat you can enjoy spending extended time onboard. My wife and I fell in love with this boat so much, that we genuinely considered making an offer and moving onboard full time. It was only the combination of working from home, with a husky and grand baby that made us hold off for now.
The boat is powered by twin 330hp Crusader 454 XLI MP (7.4 Liter) gas engines with less than 1000 hours on the clock. This gives a comfortable cruising speed of around 18 knots. There is also a 6.5 kw generator onboard, that again has well under 1000 hours logged.
The real selling feature of this boat is without doubt the accommodation. You have a double guest cabin on the bow, a well-equipped galley including full height fridge/freezer, a spacious guest heads compartment, a dining area that converts to an extra berth if needed, a spacious saloon with reclining leather sofa, and a large ensuite owners’ stateroom aft.
On the outside, you have sun pads on the bow, a large flybridge that can probably seat 6 - 8 adults, a raised aft deck with more seating, and a lower aft cockpit that would be especially beneficial for fishing from.
At only $79,900, this boat offers tremendous value for money, and I would be willing to bet it will not remain on the market for long. This yacht at the time of shooting this video was for sale in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina with Mark Zeigler Yacht Sales. You can reach the listing agent Keith Nightingale directly on (843) 209-9778 or check out their website at www.mzyachts.com
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@ramoncramon8827 2 года назад

I bought a 97 Carver CPMY 40 here in Santa Barbara last year. I live on it full time and can tell you it is very livable. It is so much cheaper than buying a home and definitely more fun.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

That's awesome 🤠 Congrats on living the dream 😀

@mountainmandale1587 2 года назад

As long as you want to live small. I choose not to be like that.

@ramoncramon8827 2 года назад

@@mountainmandale1587 sometimes less is more.

@thebeardedseeker5633 2 года назад

what do you do about cleaning your laundry?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

@@thebeardedseeker5633 most marinas have full toilet, shower, and laundry facilities. The typically come with wifi now too 😎

@philhensley5986 Год назад

Owned several houseboats and cruisers. Although the Carver was much smaller than my houseboat, it was so easy to maneuver and fun to own. The only thing I didn't like was having the engines and generator under the salon floor. It made it difficult to work on and it concerned me because in case of an engine, transmission failure, it would become a lot bigger job to have repaired.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Thanks for watching and for the feedback. Hopefully this video helped trigger some good memories of your own Carver. I agree that engine access can go a long way to making bigger projects easier. If I remember right, more sections of flooring could be lifted under the carpet if you needed it. I just lifted enough to get a quick shot of what was down there for everyone to see.

@tinkmarshino 2 года назад

A two bedroom apartment with a free boat.. that got me laughing.. Well said.. Would rather have diesel but I could see myself living the rest of my life on this boat.. If my wife goes before me I think I might do just that.. Thanks my brother.. I enjoy this channel.. I also watch aquaholic and enjoy you both.. Carry on!

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

This would be a great liveaboard. My jaw hit the deck when my wife said maybe we should buy it. I'm glad I caught that phrase on camera even if it never made the final editi lol. What has you concerned over the gas engines vs diesel?

@tinkmarshino 2 года назад

@@GarnockReviews reliability.. diesels are way more reliable than a gas.. I have worked on engines since the early 60's and diesels are much better in situations when you need torque and a motor that will last a lot of miles.. Keep that footage of your wife.. you may be able to use it down the road!!😁

@OhTheGeekness 2 года назад

What a cool little boat. In a few years when I retire, I hope I can find something similar.

@treetopace Год назад

Great model. My father had a 1994 390 in this aft transom deck model. This boat ran well on the great lakes for us.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

I've seen the 390 and it's a great looking boat as well. They make fantastic cruisers for their size. I used to think liveaboards were 50+ ft but they make it possible at 40ft instead 😉

@manuelvanderslikke680 2 года назад

Hi Garnock Reviews, Thank you for this nice show of this Carver 400 a very interesting boat with 2 sleepingrooms and bathrooms great with a nice salon and dinette thanks again a nice show

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks Manuel. Have you ever seen a Carver? There used to be a few in the UK but not sure about mainland Europe.

@donerickson7305 Год назад

This is quite nice. A great boat for someone beginning to try life on the water.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Thanks Don 🤠 This would be a great first big boat for someone who is into cruising or even liveaboard use

@garygoodwin5961 2 года назад

another great episode and excellent review!

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks Gary, glad you enjoyed it 🤠

@johngauntlett4915 2 года назад

I always like the look of a carver for a yacht that falls between 35 and 70 ft.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

They are very well designed and equipped for their size. Sure feels a lot bigger than 40ft when onboard 😎

@OrieCipollaro Год назад

This is an incredibly well kept boat

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Thanks Orie, I agree 🤠

@mikew9292 2 года назад

Great presentation and a fine yacht

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks Mike 🤠

@leroybrown1994 2 года назад

Fantastic value. Very nice review.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks Jim, glad you enjoyed it. I agree about the fantastic value for money 🤠

@RalphTempleton-vr6xs 3 месяца назад

A solid value for the price. The engine room is the only place the vessel is starting to show it's age. Couldnt really ask for a better engine setup in a gas powered setup, the big-block 454 is rock solid. Pending a satisfactory marine survey, I'd snatch this one up.

@GarnockReviews 3 месяца назад

Carvers offer great value for money, and this one didn't disappoint at all. Sold quickly with multiple buyers lined up had the original deal fallen through. Thanks for watching 😎

@gc1914 9 месяцев назад

in love with this beautiful boat

@GarnockReviews 9 месяцев назад

I don't blame you at all, it's a favorite of mine too......especially at that price! 🤠

@Jim-xz1ew Год назад

Nice boat . You will be investing in the engine room . I see a lot of dry dock work to be done. Belts and hoses with a list of other maintenance items to address. Along with a really thorough engine room cleaning. I spent most of my life on a boat. My Dad and Grandfather made it clear that the engines and the engine room aways come first. You can live with the rest.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

This one sold real quick and had a long list of people waiting on standby should the deal fall through. I agree that looking after the engine room is a great way of looking after your investment.

@johngauntlett4915 2 года назад

Closer to my price point, this one I could do with a scratch off! I did quite a bit of work for Galati Marine on Anna Maria Island before they expanded, they sold Carver yachts.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Great value for money in this one. I see it selling quickly as it is much closer to more peoples budget than some of my other videos

@ejr5480 2 года назад

OMG! Those engines are done!!

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

What makes you think that? Low hours, no leaks, no smoke, and the owners still using the boat while it was on the market 🤷‍♂️

@Methoes123 2 года назад

Sweet Boat for the money. I'd have to get a water maker. Great price.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks Randal. Don't recall seeing a water maker on this one, but they should be relatively easy to install. I still think this boat is one of the best value for money boats on my channel 🤠

@fredpenner5667 Год назад

When I retire in 13 years I am going to be buying some type of an ocean traveler to live in for a few years and see the world....possibly the rest of my days. Between now and then I'm saving as much as I can and learning as much as I can.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

It's great to have goals and dreams to aim for 🤠

@leolouchios5574 Год назад

Wasn't planning on purchasing until 2026, but if this one were still available, I'd have definitely changed my date.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Of all the boats I've shared, this one by far had the most buyers in line waiting on the deal falling through for whatever reason. If we could clone a boat, this is the one to clone 😉

@michaelking4578 2 года назад

Excellent presentation.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks Michael, glad you enjoyed it 🤠

@johngauntlett4915 2 года назад

Excellent for Bohemian run for week or so. Or fishing in the Gulfstream.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

This would be a great fishing trip with both deck space on the outside, and comfortable accommodation in the inside 🤠

@mariogiurlani8048 2 года назад

i love this boat

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

My wife and I both fell in love with this one within seconds of stepping on board 😎

@TheBusinessAdvisorPodcast Год назад

I like the boat. Very nice

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Thanks 👍I liked this one too, especially for the $$$

@georgesunberg3616 2 года назад

Love it very nice

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks George, glad you enjoyed it 🤠

@guenthermichaels5303 2 года назад

Brings back memories. These Carvers were classic, well regarded boats here in Ontario, Canada. They sold a lot of them here. A new one would be close to $400,000 Canadian dollars. I am suspicious of engine hours. If this was a fresh water boat, with our 5 months of boating, I would be suspicious, 36 hours per year or 2.5 per week. Not buying it. This is a southern, salt water boat, so the hours are even more suspicious. The price in general is very good. This is a summer cottage for very little money. Cheers from Toronto

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Thanks for watching and appreciate the feedback. I can't say for sure with this particular example, but in general it doesn't surprise me when good liveaboards have low hours. They often become floating homes and not really used as boats as much. I wouldn't be surprised that happened with this one too

@guenthermichaels5303 2 года назад

@@GarnockReviews it's not rocket science to disconnect the hour counters.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

@@guenthermichaels5303 I knew someone with a classic car that had 2 speedometers. The original on the dash had the fuse pulled so the mileage remained low, but the backup speedometer was used for the speed 😬

@freespirittransport5139 Год назад

@@GarnockReviews A GPS will do the same.

@mariogiurlani8048 2 года назад

ok ,i like this boat alot

@gc1914 Год назад

nice boat

@GarnockReviews Год назад

I wish we could clone this one! It has had so many views and enquiries, they are somewhat rare to track down

@brucewatts2022 2 года назад

What is the manufacturer of the blue & white cruiser boat in the background with the bar stools on the swim platform? Great looking boat!

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I cheated, I zoomed in on my desktop to check and can confirm it is from Cruisers Yachts lineup. I think it is a Cruisers 45 Cantius from around 2012 or so based on what I am finding so far. Nice boat for sure, and not many boats with bar stools on the aft deck like that. Would love to chill out at that grilling station with a burger and cold drink while at anchor 😎

@surreallife777 4 месяца назад

We’re looking for a yacht used for under $100,000 live board with a sliding rear patio style window entrance. Two bedroom two bathroom. Can you recommend some models in that price range?

@saintnick1552 Год назад

Seems to me that you liked everything about this boat.... You should make an offer....

@GarnockReviews Год назад

We seriously considered it, but moving onboard a boat right now isn't the right time for us. Work from home / husky / grand baby that spends a lot of time with us, just doesn't make sense for now

@freespirittransport5139 2 года назад

Wonder what regular insurance is? Or for that matter....Hurricane insurance? I suppose, you could always launch, and sidestep a storm. ??

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

There are a lot of factors to consider, but I did find this on Progressive's website....... The average annual cost of a boat insurance policy at Progressive ranged from $245 in Minnesota to $652 in Florida between 2020 and 2021.*(See Disclosure)Disclaimer Boat insurance rates are impacted by many factors including age, boat type, boating history, coverages, and location.

@edwardschmitt5710 2 года назад

This is what I want to retire on.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

That's not a bad plan in my book 😉

@para1324 2 года назад

Agreed very nice and not far from me. Only downside is fuel being gas.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Glad you liked it, and you live in a nice part of the world 🤠 Curious, what has you concerned over gas engines?

@para1324 2 года назад

@@GarnockReviews Gas more volatile than diesel.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I can understand where you are coming from on that one. However, of all the boats you have seen or know of, have you ever known a gas boat to ignite? We drive gas cars without fear, should we ditch the fear with boats too 🤷‍♂️

@para1324 2 года назад

@@GarnockReviews Fuel economy will be better with diesel.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

@@para1324 I need to do my homework on this one. I agree mpg or gph will be better with diesel. However, I opted not to buy a diesel car as the fuel and the servicing cost more than with gas. I'm curious, if I could breakdown the figures, can the same be said for a boat like this 🤔

@jerrysmith3515 Год назад

Does this boat have air conditioning and heat? I didn't see any mention of either of them. Is there a location suitable for a laundry unit? Thank you

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Hey Jerry, this one is now sold so I don't have access to the spec sheet any more. I can confirm it had hot and cold air conditioning. It was super hot the day I filmed it, and I remember the boat being very cold in the inside. I didn't want to leave 🤪 As to laundry, I wouldn't recommend it on a boat like this. This boat is aimed at coastal cruising and virtually every marina now has laundry facilities. If you put it on the boat, it is taking up space, weight, water, and power.

@mariogiurlani8048 2 года назад

is possible to eliminate the seating in front the pilot,and move the pilot in front?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I'd imagine it could be done. It's not going to structurally change anything. If you have the time and money, anything is possible 😉

@gretz4293 9 месяцев назад

Do you think this boat would be safe for coastal cruising?

@GarnockReviews 9 месяцев назад

This one was for sale in Hilton Head, South Carolina when I filmed it. I'd have no issues sailing this down to Jacksonville, Florida if I were lucky enough to have bought her.

@user-hy7kq8gw2g 6 месяцев назад

Good

@clifbradley 2 года назад

I'd love it, but I can't afford it. Maintenance alone, even as a libeaboard would kill me.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I'd love it too. I work from home, have a Husky, and a grand baby that stays with us a lot too, otherwise we would probably have made an offer for this one. My wife isn't a big boat fan and even she was hooked in seconds when stepping onboard 🤠

@johnbaggus9966 2 года назад

Garnock reviews anything to do with the river garnock?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

You can take the man out of Ayrshire, but can't take Ayrshire out the man 😉 I was born and raised in Scotland until I moved to Florida in 2008 at the age of 24.

@johnbaggus9966 2 года назад

@@GarnockReviews 😂 been out of Scotland for 35 years , but I do miss North Ayrshire 😢 I grew up in Dalgarven next to the garnock

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I had many lunches at the Dalgarven Mill as a kid. Still have nightmares from those roosters roaming around outside like they owned the place 😜

@mchurch3905 2 года назад

Wonder what a diesel engine conversion would set you back?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I'm not sure to be honest. A lot would depend also how much was to be replaced. Could it keep the same tanks and transmission etc 🤔 I'd imagine the costs would be considerable that it's probably easier and more cost effective to just buy a diesel boat instead.

@KINGSBLACKBELT Год назад

$100,000

@zekelucente9702 Год назад

What was behind the curtain behind the settee?

@GarnockReviews Год назад

It's just leading out to the cockpit area and the sliding glass door etc. Well spotted though

@chucksellers6991 Год назад

Find another one at that price and in that condition and...SOLD!

@GarnockReviews Год назад

I wish I could clone this one for sure! I did film something similar for not too much more $$$ ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-snjvyrODDfA.html

@user-ji4rw9tv8t 4 месяца назад

What a great boat for $80,000, I'm looking for a carver40'can you assist me with my seach

@GarnockReviews 4 месяца назад

I filmed this one recently that may be of interest ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-k1OSPSmjWnY.html

@chrisp3913 2 года назад

How much is the monthly slip cost?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

It varies based on location but ballpark, probably around $500 per month.

@KINGSBLACKBELT Год назад

in Australia around $125 k if get it here

@lloydlyiamMusicChannel 2 года назад

is there a way to get this to east africa?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Years ago I helped with many crazy deliveries. I helped arrange a boat to be flown out from Scotland to Kazakhstan, arranged delivery of a boat under its own power from Scotland to Greenland, and arranged delivery of a workboat from Scotland to Ghana to name but a few. It is possible to deliver this boat from South Carolina to East Africa, but the delivery will likely cost as much as the boat itself. It would be far better to try and source something closer to home for this one

@viperbaron1 2 года назад

What would it cost for a slip for this boat, if used for a live-abord? Insurance costs? Operating costs? e-mail me please. Thank you.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Can you email me at Boats@GarnockReviews.com and I can reach out to you?

@mariogiurlani8048 2 года назад

are the motors diesel ?

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Twin Crusader 454 XLI MP 7.4 Litre gas engines. 330hp each with around 900 hours on the clock

@GB-go6gp 2 года назад

For the person/people who pays for this gorgeous boat, please let me know if you need any help hooking it up to my truck 😉

@sharonbraselton3135 2 года назад

Saw a 1997. Xarv 44 4 feet bg then this. Nit uch dhfencer

@johnnyh5969 2 года назад

Did u sell it???

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Last I knew she was under contract but I don't believe it's 100% sold just yet. It got A LOT of attention, especially at this price point 😉

@jasonoliveras4928 2 года назад

Alright Let’s cut to the chase $30,000 And I need it on lake Las Vegas Monday

@butchkaminsky9470 Год назад

No AC?

@GarnockReviews Год назад

I can't recall the details, but this one was fully air conditioned 😉

@jomon723 Год назад

Fishing.....haha

@mariogiurlani8048 2 года назад

can we change to diesel engines,gasoline engines marinas are very dangerous

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I'm sure it's technically possible. However, the costs involved in replacing the engines and potentially gearboxes and shafts, would make it a very expensive project.

@KINGSBLACKBELT Год назад

they are safe ...until a spark

@JohnBaxter-kn5zf 6 месяцев назад

My property taxes keep going up(twice in 1 year)I'm selling out buying a 45'-50' & live aboard the boat..

@GarnockReviews 6 месяцев назад

I don't blame you at all. I'd love to live on a boat, but right now, it's not practical for my family, but never say never 😉

@JohnBaxter-kn5zf 6 месяцев назад

@@GarnockReviews just me & 2 dogs

@raypeters4525 2 года назад

WHAT LANGUAGE IS HE SPEAKING ??????

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

English 🤦‍♂️

@j.thomas7128 Год назад

What??? Note, dock fees, and basic maintenance can't be more than $1200/mo. Just one weekend charter a month would not only cover the cost of this business opportunity, but be profitable.

@GarnockReviews Год назад

There's a growing number of boats being used for Air BnB or similar to help either cover costs, or in some cases make a profit. This one is now sold, but I bet you could cover your costs easy doing something like that in the right location

@j.thomas7128 Год назад

@@GarnockReviews lets face it. Nobody will want to cruise any distance in a boat of this weight and displacement with gas engines (hence why it was so cheap). But, local charters that barely log three hours of runtime or don't even leave the dock...win! The AirBnB thing scares me since many marinas have disallowed that type of 'subletting' and some have even banned partying on your own boat in your own slip. With dockage becoming harder to find, i don't know that I'd be willing to risk my space by having AirBnB clients at the marina unescorted and unsupervised. At least with a 'charter' that doesn't leave the dock, a person that's vested is always supervising. But, everyone has their own definition of risk and risk/reward.

@ironichumorist 9 месяцев назад

these carvers are not attractive, but they sure are practical and roomy.

@GarnockReviews 9 месяцев назад

I agree they don't exactly exude Italian elegance, but they make fantastic liveaboard cruisers. It's early days, but I may be getting onboard another Carver in a couple of weeks' time. I won't say no if given the option 😎

@chrisjohnson6765 2 года назад

Doubtful that a 25 year old boat with 1000 hours on gas engines doesn’t have big ticket bills about due.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I'd always recommend a professional survey and engine inspection, regardless if which boat it is. However, at face value, I'm not aware of any major issues with this boat at all. The engines start first time every time, you see them running with no smoke, no signs of major leaks etc. This one is great value for money 🤠

@frankbottoms8655 2 года назад

Gas engines are for “ski boats”…

@deanhobson4495 Год назад

That’s a ridiculous price for a boat that’s 26 years old

@GarnockReviews Год назад

Sorry Dean, this one is now sold and had a long list of people lined up to make an offer if the deal fell through. Even this video alone has over 60k views, 100 comments, and hundreds of likes. Out of curiosity, hypothetically speaking, if you were to make an offer, what sort of price do you think this one should have been for sale for?

@jascan1489 2 года назад

Gas engines, yuck. That's a .4mpg special. Like most Carvers. Terrible loop candidate, that's a leave at the dock and air bnb special.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

I honestly can't comment on the exact fuel consumption, for both gas and diesel on this one. However, it is worth pointing out both the fuel and the servicing costs more with diesel. You would need to factor in all costs before getting a clear answer on which is cheaper. Curious, what makes you think this isn't a good boat for extended cruising such as the loop?

@jascan1489 2 года назад

@@GarnockReviews The biggest reason I have against big inboard gas engine boats is. Back in the early 80's when I was a kid, my dad had a 35' Bertram with twin gas engines. We got on the boat one morning to go offshore, I was hauling ice to the coolers and just had gotten on the boat. My dad came in behind me and turned on the main battery switch. About a second later there was an explosion and blew the engine covers off the cockpit, my old man was thrown out the boat and landed on the dock. Some neighbors ran over to get him, and get me out of the boat, and help get the fire out. After it was over, they found the mechanical fuel pump on one of the engines was dripping gas and filled the bilge with vapors, and one of the battery wires was loose and the 12v fridge turned on when the battery switch was turned on, and the loose connection caused a spark in the battery box in the bilge and caused the explosion. To this day I dispise, and will never sleep on a boat with 300 gallons of gas on board. My dad was very meticulous with maintenance and safety, would never crank the engines without lifting the hatches and checking for gas smell, and run the blowers. Even with all that, still had a bad accident that would have never happened with a diesel powered boat. Also the mpg on that boat was terrible, his next boat was a 42ft Hatteras with twin Detroits, and even though those old 2 stroke diesels weren't known for fuel mileage, it still would use 100 gallons less fuel on a ledge trip than the old Betram.

@GarnockReviews 2 года назад

Sorry you and your Dad went through all that, and glad to read he was ok. When I was a kid, my Dad had a Princess 38 with twin diesel inboards. We went to go out one time and for whatever reason, the seacock for the port engine was closed. When we put the power on leaving the marina, we burned out the impeller and the boat filled full of smoke. Fortunately, we cut the engine quickly and got the boat back without issue. To this day, even if it's a commercial passenger boat, I get jitters the first few mins leaving a marina or dock. Crazy how that stuff stays with you.