if you can overlook the "distinct" styling of these older model carvers, they built some of the toughest hulls and equipped them with the finest fittings appliances and propulsion systems. theyre the cadillacs of the great lakes
beautiful ship and so recognizable with our ship we have a bertram 55 of the same age we sail with the holidays through the Netherlands and we are still in love with the boat after 10 years Gr hans and hedwig
This boat strikes me as a good live aboard for a retired couple. The fact that it is gas and not diesel and that the range or the mileage is not the greatest, it is not much use than other than an occasional cruise but not for any extended journeys. But the ship is affordable but decidedly compact for it's size. Only accomadation for four. A lot of the length of the vessel is given over to the aft platform and there are no davits for a tender. So I see this as a live aboard ship in a slip.
I guess it depends on perspective. I have lived on it for several weeks at a time and it is definitely doable. It is a little to small for me to consider it for permanent. We have taken the boat as far north as Martha's Vineyard and as far south as Annapolis. It is fun on long journeys, and it goes 20 knots economically, so we get places fast.
Fabulous design just love it. Only thing that would concern me would be keeping the Bimini top waterproof. It's easy to have another sacrificial cover that goes right over the top. What do I know I'm just a novice?
We decided to take it off the market and my son uses it as a condo in the city, and we use it for quick trips on the river. It is still for sale, we just are not pushing it. We took it out a few days ago and had a blast. It is a fun boat.
Im looking to buy a carver 355 or 356 really like yours just wish it was closer to florida. I was really interested how much you would have to run the generator while anchored overnight. Have you ever had to run the stove while at anchor? Im trying to find out how this would be if I took it out over nights for a night or two every couple weeks. To bad its in the north I just dont want to try to sail it down from the north until I spent quiet a bit of time with it . I see you still have it listed
Hi. We have never anchored out overnight on the Carver. We certainly could - just never have. We usually day-anchored and went back to the marina. We run the generator on our Hatteras 4 hours on, then 4 hours off, while anchored.
Can you post a link to it. It might help others who may be interested. Although, I hope it might be available when I am ready to start looking with cash in hand
On the Carver we get about .8 mpg on plane, 3200rpms, at 20 knots. At hull speed, 9 knots, around 1500rpms, we get 1.5 mpg. At least that is what I recall. We spent most of the season on the Hatteras.
Yes, it is available. We have not listed it with a broker yet. A couple people have inquired but nothing is finalized yet. She is a great boat and we will miss her if she is sold.
I do not have it listed but it is still for sale. I have been using it as an AirBrb rental and it has a nice cash flow, so I haven't been pushing the sale. It is also fun to cruise around the Delaware when I do not feel like taking the big boat out. I had her out last week, and will be posting a video of us moving her to the new marina soon. However, if someone offers $50k I will definitely let it go.
wow I'm in love with the carver 355 just wish i could afford it I'd upgrade to solar power and electric engines so wouldn't have to worry about gas mileage LoL dang so Beautiful
I had exactly the same boat with twin diesels and loved it but had to sell it because of a divorce the court gave visitation rights to my ex where is your carver birth if it is still available
I found your videos because I'm actually in the market for a 355. Just curious if your thoughts on this model... likes/dislikes? What did you end up selling her for? Thanks!
We love our 355. I really like the way they handle and the systems are really straight forward. The 454s are the same motors I had in my old Pontiac, so I understood them. The visibility is good, it goes 20 knots and still gets decent millage, and there is plenty of room for guests. You really can't go wrong with the 355. The only reason we decided to sell ours was to get a bigger boat. We bought a Hatteras 58MY. But, I often miss the carver. It is so much fun to drive. Ours is still for sale, if you are in our area, and it is in great condition. Either way, I definitely recommend this model for layout, economy, and fun.
The only dislike I have is that the starboard engine is difficult to get to the impellars, unless you are skinny and not claustrophobic. And we have had some issues with our genset. However, that was really our fault for not turning it on a regular basis.
My wife is correcting me: the Carver can go faster then 20 knots. It just likes to eat a lot of fuel if you do. We have had her at 30 when we were in a hurry.
This was their first boat ever. No previous boating experience. They bought this knowing that if they liked the boating lifestyle they would go bigger. Which they did. Nothing about the boat made their decision to sell it.
We are currently boating down the east coast and have a hard time finding reliable wifi. The best bet is to contact us through our facebook page, "trying Not To Sink" and we can IM you.
I like that you started engines. Other showings rarely or never do that.
if you can overlook the "distinct" styling of these older model carvers, they built some of the toughest hulls and equipped them with the finest fittings appliances and propulsion systems. theyre the cadillacs of the great lakes
beautiful ship and so recognizable with our ship
we have a bertram 55 of the same age
we sail with the holidays through the Netherlands
and we are still in love with the boat after 10 years
Gr hans and hedwig
This boat strikes me as a good live aboard for a retired couple. The fact that it is gas and not diesel and that the range or the mileage is not the greatest, it is not much use than other than an occasional cruise but not for any extended journeys. But the ship is affordable but decidedly compact for it's size. Only accomadation for four. A lot of the length of the vessel is given over to the aft platform and there are no davits for a tender. So I see this as a live aboard ship in a slip.
I guess it depends on perspective. I have lived on it for several weeks at a time and it is definitely doable. It is a little to small for me to consider it for permanent. We have taken the boat as far north as Martha's Vineyard and as far south as Annapolis. It is fun on long journeys, and it goes 20 knots economically, so we get places fast.
I like Carvers because they never build ships that are cookie-cutter or similar designs of other boats. Seems every boat looks the same nowadays.
Congrats on selling her! I’m a little jealous...
We sold it to a nice family. I am teaching them how to operate her this weekend.
I just purchased a 1999 Carver 356. Slight upgrade from the 355. Love the integrated swim platform and the molded steps instead of a latter.
We liked that as well.
I wanted a searay but after looking at this beauty 😍😍😍😍
There seem to be a lot of these Carver 355 out there. Great boat.
NICE,,USE THAT BLOWER
Fabulous design just love it.
Only thing that would concern me would be keeping the Bimini top waterproof. It's easy to have another sacrificial cover that goes right over the top. What do I know I'm just a novice?
We water proofed it every spring and it worked well.
must be long gone now, but nice boat for K55
We still have it. We rent it out as an AirBrb.
From the comments it seems it has not sold yet. It would be a nice video to see whats happened to this over the last year.
We decided to take it off the market and my son uses it as a condo in the city, and we use it for quick trips on the river. It is still for sale, we just are not pushing it. We took it out a few days ago and had a blast. It is a fun boat.
Nice boat good price
We agree!
gl kids shes a nice one
Thanks!
55,000 Not a bad price,,What is the slip fee
Im looking to buy a carver 355 or 356 really like yours just wish it was closer to florida. I was really interested how much you would have to run the generator while anchored overnight. Have you ever had to run the stove while at anchor? Im trying to find out how this would be if I took it out over nights for a night or two every couple weeks. To bad its in the north I just dont want to try to sail it down from the north until I spent quiet a bit of time with it . I see you still have it listed
Hi. We have never anchored out overnight on the Carver. We certainly could - just never have. We usually day-anchored and went back to the marina. We run the generator on our Hatteras 4 hours on, then 4 hours off, while anchored.
She is very nice looking.
Thanks. She is a very good boat. We will miss her when she is sold.
Where is she located at? Is she listed on any of the websites?
I am interested, but just a day dreamer until a project completes.
She is on Yachtworld.
Can you post a link to it. It might help others who may be interested. Although, I hope it might be available when I am ready to start looking with cash in hand
She is just north of Philly at Neshaminy Marina.
www.yachtworld.com/boats/1995/Carver-355-Motor-Yacht-3110775/Offsite/NJ/United-States#.WZ2v0ih95PY
Cool boat. Did you say .8 and 1.5 miles per gallon? I'm more familiar with diesels for sailboats than powerboats. Thanks
On the Carver we get about .8 mpg on plane, 3200rpms, at 20 knots. At hull speed, 9 knots, around 1500rpms, we get 1.5 mpg. At least that is what I recall. We spent most of the season on the Hatteras.
Very Nice !!
Just a tip don't say 40ft and 65ft the only people who would say that are marinas charging by the ft.
Jim G got that right Jim👍🍺
Just a tip , he's describing a boat for sale. Don't you think someone would like to know that information smart ass?
Hi, just found your videos and looking, your boat is beautiful, still available? 1/22/20
Yes, it is available. We have not listed it with a broker yet. A couple people have inquired but nothing is finalized yet. She is a great boat and we will miss her if she is sold.
Would like to take a look but dealer hasn’t called back...where is it now?
We have no dealer. It is not currently listed. She is currently at Penn's Landing in Philly.
Trying Not To Sink still selling it?
I do not have it listed but it is still for sale. I have been using it as an AirBrb rental and it has a nice cash flow, so I haven't been pushing the sale. It is also fun to cruise around the Delaware when I do not feel like taking the big boat out. I had her out last week, and will be posting a video of us moving her to the new marina soon. However, if someone offers $50k I will definitely let it go.
what is the abnb rate?
need a camera with a wider angle
wow I'm in love with the carver 355 just wish i could afford it I'd upgrade to solar power and electric engines so wouldn't have to worry about gas mileage LoL dang so Beautiful
I will like to get some info on the Carver 355. What are you asking for it? You can inbox me with the info... Thank you...
If I could afford it I would buy it 😏
Are only the 454 'XL' motors fuel injected from that year? Or did some come with carbureted 454's.
I really do not know.
nevermind I saw rate , ill be in touch
Where is the boat located? We are interested in speaking with you if it is still available.
It is currently docked at Penn's Landing in Philly, and it is still available. You can PM me on Facebook if you are interested in details.
I had exactly the same boat with twin diesels and loved it but had to sell it because of a divorce the court gave visitation rights to my ex
where is your carver birth if it is still available
We sold the Carver back in April. It is on the Jersey shore now.
Is this still available! If so I am interested. Thank you!
It was sold several years ago.
I found your videos because I'm actually in the market for a 355. Just curious if your thoughts on this model... likes/dislikes? What did you end up selling her for? Thanks!
We love our 355. I really like the way they handle and the systems are really straight forward. The 454s are the same motors I had in my old Pontiac, so I understood them. The visibility is good, it goes 20 knots and still gets decent millage, and there is plenty of room for guests. You really can't go wrong with the 355. The only reason we decided to sell ours was to get a bigger boat. We bought a Hatteras 58MY. But, I often miss the carver. It is so much fun to drive. Ours is still for sale, if you are in our area, and it is in great condition. Either way, I definitely recommend this model for layout, economy, and fun.
Trying Not To Sink do you have a link to your listing?
The only dislike I have is that the starboard engine is difficult to get to the impellars, unless you are skinny and not claustrophobic. And we have had some issues with our genset. However, that was really our fault for not turning it on a regular basis.
My wife is correcting me: the Carver can go faster then 20 knots. It just likes to eat a lot of fuel if you do. We have had her at 30 when we were in a hurry.
www.yachtworld.com/boats/1995/Carver-355-Motor-Yacht-3110775/Offsite/NJ/United-States#.Wb91HMh95PY
Still for sale.? Is it viewable at mesh? We are on dock 11. Looking to upgrade.
It is still for sale, but it is now located at Penn's Landing. It is in the water there. Pier 5.
Kept it 2 year and want to sell already. That scares me.
This was their first boat ever. No previous boating experience. They bought this knowing that if they liked the boating lifestyle they would go bigger. Which they did. Nothing about the boat made their decision to sell it.
Still for sale? Thanks.
Is this still available
No, but I know of a Carver 390 that will come on the market soon.
still for sale?
We ttook it off the market two years ago but will be putting it back on this summer.
Is it still available?
Yes it is.
May we have your contact information please?
We are currently boating down the east coast and have a hard time finding reliable wifi. The best bet is to contact us through our facebook page, "trying Not To Sink" and we can IM you.
Do you still have this boat available?
No, it has been sold. I posted a video of it a couple weeks ago.
sell it to me boy 👦🏽
I would pay 86.23 for this floating pile of the SS MINNOW
If you suck 2 more dix this week you can pay an even $100.00
Still available?
No, sold a few months ago.
2500 final offer
Lol but rude.
Is the carver sold yet ?
Not yet.
I'll give you a buck ninety five
Did you find the Hatteras on YachtWorld ?
Yes.We saw it there and visited it while we were looking at 53s.
Yes.We saw it there and visited it while we were looking at 53s.
Oops. Just noticed you were asking about the carver. Yes,we found it on yachtworld.
Just to show this is a democracy, there's one troll thumbs down. Not me. Funny. Sounds like jealousy.
Jujubar Williams I known people suck
Dems Dirty and un American !
@@rareform6747 You need help...
@@wildtimbrown Not today !
Boat still available?
Yes, I still own it.
How much are you renting it for
$135 per night.
Trying Not To Sink also would you allow cats on board
Sorry, not pets, or I would have trouble renting it to others and I am allergic to cats.
very cheap re upholstering job as seen, hope not all upgrades and maintenance on same par
They are actually slip covers that my wife made to protect the upholstery underneath.
Trying Not To Sink mine did the same thing need them for them late night wine spills lol