Carver Owners Forum

We are in the process of buying a 2000 Trojan 440 Express (by Carver). A survey is being done next week. We're hoping that everything goes well. I would also like what the Carver family here thinks of this boat, I know that's a loaded question because of each's own opinions and preference .... but take it easy on me, I'm new here.
I am a dIY with a mechanical engineering and fabrication background. This is our 6th boat in 30 years of boating. We are actively involved in the Coast Guard Auxiliary where I'm a coxswain.
We are in the Southcoast of MA (Buzzards Bay).

Best Regards
Tony & Alice

Totally love that boat. Built like a brick house. While at a marina, a 440 came in to tie up at a wall. The captain was nervous as he had hit a penciled 36 ft post at full plane in Lake Michigan. He thought he may have damaged the hull. End result? Nothing. Just a minor scuff in the bottom paint where the post made contact. Hull is solid, no coring. First time I saw a boater drink a martini at 7:AM. He was really shaken up. Really comes down to how the engines and drives were maintained. I would get a good mechanic to do a mechanical survey also. Lot of people looking for that model, but there are not a lot around for sale. Testament to owner satisfaction. Good luck. Let us know how the survey(s) come out. er

Welcome aboard!
Nice boat.

Welcome aboard. Hope everything goes well for. Keep us posted.

Welcome aboard

Welcome Aboard. Hope all works out well for you. Enjoy the boat. Trojans are great boats.

Thank you all for the good wishes. I'll post details after the survey (Dec 7th)

Welcome and good luck!!!!!

Welcome aboard and good luck!

Update ; survey went well and they accepted our offer ... WOW what a great running and handling boat (Cummins 8.3 450hp). I was very impressed with the performance, going fast and slow. Going thru the documentation buying process now and should close before the end of the year.

Merry Christmas everyone