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1997 Carver 500 Cockpit Motor Yacht
$155,000
Boat in St. Petersburg, FL US
500 Cockpit Motor Yacht
2 Engines (Cummins, Cummins)
50 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
1997 Carver 500 - Well-Maintained, Updated, and Priced for a Prompt Sale
This 1997 Carver 500 offers the space, comfort, and cruising capability the model is known for, backed by a long list of recent upgrades that make it truly turn-key. The vessel has been actively maintained, modernized, and kept in regular use. Due to the declining health of the current owner, the family is seeking a timely sale, giving buyers an excellent opportunity on a well-equipped motor yacht.
Notable Upgrades & Recent Improvements
• Suzuki 15hp 4-Stroke Outboard - purchased new in April 2024; approx. 25 hours
• 2006 Achilles 12' Tender - great condition
• WHYNTER Ice Maker (2025) - 23 lbs/day output
• Frigidaire Air Fry Oven & Microwave (June 2025) - brand new
• Magic Chef Under-Counter Refrigerator - recently installed
• Magic Chef Upright Refrigerator/Freezer (May 2024) - new
• Equator Induction Stove Top (May 2024) - new
• WARN Winch (2024) - upgraded
• Two New Engine Propellers (2024)
• New Hatches Throughout the Vessel
• Brand-New Bow Thruster Batteries
This Carver 500 is ready for its next owner and stands out thanks to its continual upgrading and excellent liveaboard or cruising potential. A strong opportunity for anyone seeking a clean, updated vessel in this size and price range.
This 1997 Carver 500 offers the space, comfort, and cruising capability the model is known for, backed by a long list of recent upgrades that make it truly turn-key. The vessel has been actively maintained, modernized, and kept in regular use. Due to the declining health of the current owner, the family is seeking a timely sale, giving buyers an excellent opportunity on a well-equipped motor yacht.
Notable Upgrades & Recent Improvements
• Suzuki 15hp 4-Stroke Outboard - purchased new in April 2024; approx. 25 hours
• 2006 Achilles 12' Tender - great condition
• WHYNTER Ice Maker (2025) - 23 lbs/day output
• Frigidaire Air Fry Oven & Microwave (June 2025) - brand new
• Magic Chef Under-Counter Refrigerator - recently installed
• Magic Chef Upright Refrigerator/Freezer (May 2024) - new
• Equator Induction Stove Top (May 2024) - new
• WARN Winch (2024) - upgraded
• Two New Engine Propellers (2024)
• New Hatches Throughout the Vessel
• Brand-New Bow Thruster Batteries
This Carver 500 is ready for its next owner and stands out thanks to its continual upgrading and excellent liveaboard or cruising potential. A strong opportunity for anyone seeking a clean, updated vessel in this size and price range.
Nominal Length
50ft
Length Overall
49.33ft
Beam
15.33ft
Max Draft
7.67ft
Drive Up Draft
4.58ft
Cabins
3
Heads
2
Fresh Water Tanks
100gal
Fuel Tanks
300gal
Holding Tanks
40gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Cummins
Total Power
450hp
Engine Hours
1900
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1997
Drive Type
direct
Engine 2
Engine Make
Cummins
Total Power
450hp
Engine Hours
1900
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1997
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/26 | Initial price | $155,000 |
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