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1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
- Jobofly
- Scurvy Dog
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1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
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- CYO Supporter
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- Vessel Info: 1989 Carver 3807 Aft Cabin
- Location: Ontario, Canada
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
Interesting, I don't recall having seen an inboard version of that model and vintage. The ones I've seen were sterndrive versions. I know some had the older Volvo dual prop Volvos which are difficult to find some parts for now.
Hopefully one of the members can offer up some model related concerns above those inherent to all makes and models. It goes without saying that when it becomes one of the final few on your list that it's wise to get a survey.
- RGrew176
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- Vessel Info: 2022 Stingray 182 SC
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
2022 Stingray 182 SC
2004 Past Commodore
West River Yacht & Cruising Club
- Cooler
- Admiral
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- Joined: May 22nd, 2018, 12:09 pm
- Vessel Info: 1995 Carver 330 Mariner
Twin 350XL Crusaders
Home port: Menominee, MI - Location: Green Bay, WI
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
( All weather people have to say this on air, near lakes )
- Jobofly
- Scurvy Dog
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
Cooler wrote:Source of the post Far fewer inboards of this model compared to I/O powered. It has V-drives, and the Crusader engines are best in class IMO. If you were really looking for a Mariner, based on your boating style, this Express is not even close in cabin space. The condition of this boat is really a matter of previous owner care & maintenance. Absolutely get a survey done by a surveyor of your choice, and a mechanical inspection by a qualified mechanic. How many hours are on the boat? Where are you located? I would try to connect with the previous owner(s) and see how they ran the boat. Here is a link for some info. er https://carveryachts.blob.core.windows. ... 6/1997.pdf
Thanks for that! The boat has 1280 hours. I boat in the finger lakes so all fresh water. I am looking for a boat that my family can enjoy the lake and slip in comfortably on weekends. There are 4 of us and a medium sized dog. I will absolutely get a survey done on it after i do a walk thru. Is that a lot of hours on the engines if they were well maintained? I am not familiar with crusader engines but from what i have read is that they are great engines that last a long time.
- Cooler
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Twin 350XL Crusaders
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
( All weather people have to say this on air, near lakes )
- mjk1040
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- Vessel Info: 1998 355 AC/MY "Deja Vu"
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
I'd Rather Be Boating!
1989 Sea Ray Seville
1986 Carver Mariner 32'
1990's Thompson 22' Cuddy Cabin
1990's 4Winns 245 Vista Cruiser
1980's Thompson 19' Open Bow
- Cooler
- Admiral
- Posts: 1547
- Joined: May 22nd, 2018, 12:09 pm
- Vessel Info: 1995 Carver 330 Mariner
Twin 350XL Crusaders
Home port: Menominee, MI - Location: Green Bay, WI
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
( All weather people have to say this on air, near lakes )
- Jobofly
- Scurvy Dog
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
mjk1040 wrote:Source of the post Are you looking at Don Wilson's boat at Beacon Bay? I would not worry about the hours, I torn down 1986 Crusaders with 1300 hours and they were incredible inside. Your going to need a great trailer and truck to haul that unit. If we sold our 355, I was thinking of down sizing to that boat. I think's a deal @ $26K. Only down side I see is that the 5.7L/350's like there fuel. But I'm sure with a little intrigue, one can find their sweet spots for optimum fuel consumption.
Yes i am! I am hoping to go look at it soon. do you know if it is in good shape?
- mjk1040
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Re: 1997 Carver 310 Mid Cabin Express
I'd Rather Be Boating!
1989 Sea Ray Seville
1986 Carver Mariner 32'
1990's Thompson 22' Cuddy Cabin
1990's 4Winns 245 Vista Cruiser
1980's Thompson 19' Open Bow
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