1997 Carver 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht

Twin Cummins 330 HP Diesels | Approx. 1,100 Hours | Two Staterooms | Two Heads

This 1997 Carver 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht offers an impressive combination of diesel power, cruising comfort, entertaining space, and liveaboard capability. Powered by twin Cummins 330 HP diesel engines with approximately 1,100 hours, this Carver provides a total of 660 HP along with the torque, efficiency, and dependability you want in a motor yacht of this size.

The 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht is especially desirable because of its incredibly versatile layout. You get the space and accommodations of a traditional aft-cabin motor yacht while still having a true stern cockpit and swim platform for easy access to the water.

Inside, the boat features two private staterooms, two heads, a spacious salon, full galley, dedicated dining space, and a large aft master suite. Outside, there is a protected aft deck, flybridge, spacious cockpit, and swim platform.

Whether you're looking for a Great Lakes cruiser, extended-weekend boat, entertaining platform, or comfortable seasonal liveaboard, the Carver 430 offers a tremendous amount of usable space.

TWIN CUMMINS DIESEL POWER

One of the biggest highlights of this 430 is its twin Cummins 330 HP diesel power package with approximately 1,100 hours.

These Cummins marine diesels provide a combined 660 HP, delivering the low-end torque and cruising characteristics that pair extremely well with a substantial motor yacht.

Diesel power is particularly desirable in a boat of this size for extended cruising, while the twin-engine configuration provides excellent maneuverability and additional control around the marina.

With approximately 1,100 hours, these engines have relatively modest recorded hours for marine diesels of this vintage.

PRIVATE AFT MASTER STATEROOM

The aft master is one of the standout features of the 430.

Rather than simply providing somewhere to sleep, Carver created a true private owner's suite with a large berth, excellent storage, and its own private head with shower.

The cockpit configuration also provides convenient access at the stern, helping make this layout considerably more functional than many traditional aft-cabin motor yachts.

FORWARD GUEST STATEROOM & SECOND HEAD

Forward is a separate guest stateroom providing private accommodations for family or friends.

A second head serves the forward accommodations and guests, giving the 430 a true two-stateroom, two-head layout.

Having sleeping accommodations at opposite ends of the boat provides excellent privacy when cruising with another couple, family, or overnight guests.

SPACIOUS SALON

The main salon takes full advantage of the Carver's wide beam.

Large windows bring plenty of natural light into the interior, while generous seating provides room for everyone to spread out and relax.

For extended weekends or longer stays aboard, the salon provides a genuine living area rather than simply a passageway between cabins.

FULL GALLEY & DINING AREA

The 430 features a full galley designed for extended cruising.

The layout provides refrigeration, cooking capability, sink with pressurized water, countertop space, cabinetry, and plenty of storage for provisions.

A dedicated dining area provides additional seating and makes the boat comfortable for meals, entertaining, or simply spending a rainy afternoon aboard.

HARDTOP AFT DECK

The hardtop aft deck creates another substantial living and entertaining area.

The hardtop provides protection from the sun and weather, while an enclosure can make this space useful during cooler spring and fall boating.

For Great Lakes cruising, having a protected outdoor area significantly increases the versatility of the boat throughout the season.

FLYBRIDGE

Above is the flybridge and upper helm.

The elevated helm provides excellent visibility while underway and when maneuvering around the marina. Additional bridge seating allows passengers to spend time with the captain while cruising.

Between the flybridge, aft deck, cockpit, salon, and accommodations below, there are numerous separate areas aboard for passengers to spread out.

FULL STERN COCKPIT

The cockpit is one of the biggest advantages of the 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht.

Many traditional aft-cabin motor yachts provide tremendous interior space but sacrifice convenient access to the water. The 430 gives you both.

The cockpit provides a practical area for:

• Swimming and water access
• Fishing
• Handling dock lines
• Boarding
• Entertaining
• Loading gear and provisions
• Relaxing close to the water

From the cockpit, the swim platform provides convenient access for swimming and boarding.

FACTORY DIMENSIONS & GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Year: 1997
Manufacturer: Carver
Model: 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht
Type: Cockpit Motor Yacht
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Nominal Length: 43'
Overall Length: Approximately 47'–48'
Beam: Approximately 14'1"
Draft: Approximately 3'4"–4'
Fuel Type: Diesel
Engines: Twin Cummins Diesels
Horsepower: 330 HP Each / 660 HP Total
Engine Hours: Approximately 1,100
Staterooms: 2
Heads: 2
Helm: Flybridge
Aft Deck: Hardtop
Cockpit: Full Stern Cockpit
Swim Platform: Yes

HIGHLIGHTS

• Twin Cummins 330 HP diesel engines
• 660 total horsepower
• Approximately 1,100 hours
• Two private staterooms
• Two heads
• Private aft master suite
• Private master head with shower
• Forward guest stateroom
• Spacious salon
• Full galley
• Dedicated dining area
• Hardtop aft deck
• Flybridge helm
• Generous bridge seating
• Full stern cockpit
• Large swim platform
• Excellent water access
• Approximately 14'1" beam
• Generous storage throughout
• Excellent entertaining layout
• Great extended-cruising platform
• Excellent seasonal liveaboard potential
• Well suited for Great Lakes cruising

A TRUE DIESEL-POWERED MOTOR YACHT

The 1997 Carver 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht delivers the accommodations of a large aft-cabin cruiser with the added versatility of a full cockpit.

With twin Cummins 330 HP diesels showing approximately 1,100 hours, two private staterooms, two heads, a spacious salon, full galley, hardtop aft deck, flybridge, cockpit, and swim platform, this is a boat designed for much more than an afternoon on the water.

For someone looking to cruise the Great Lakes, spend extended weekends aboard, entertain family and friends, or enjoy a comfortable home away from home at the marina, the Carver 430 offers an incredible amount of space and capability.

1997 Carver 430 Cockpit Motor Yacht
Twin Cummins 330 HP Diesels | Approx. 1,100 Hours
660 Total HP | Two Staterooms | Two Heads
Flybridge | Hardtop Aft Deck | Full Cockpit

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