2017 Custom Carolina French Yachts Custom Express Sportfish
$1,895,000
Boat in Miami, FL 33143 US
Built in 2017
French Yachts Custom Express Sportfish
2 Engines (Caterpillar, Caterpillar)
54 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Composite
The "Flying B" is a 2017 54 ENX built by French Custom Yachts in Stuart, Florida, she offers a bridge/salon combo that is open to the action during the day while allowing an open social space for guests weather fishing or cruising. The bridge can also be closed up into a private entertainment space with LCD privacy glass on aft windows for entertaining at night. This boat was built to the highest standards in yacht construction today. The 54 ENX is fully epoxy composite with a "one piece" construction approach, the hull is infused with toughened epoxy and post cured, Monocoque construction provides the stiffest overall boat, Integral tank construction, cored stringer system and honey combed walls and soles for weight savings are just a few of her attributes. "Flying B " is powered by reliable CAT C-18 Acerts featuring a SeaKeeper 9 Gyro 2024, and custom hydraulic carbon fiber outriggers. Every system on the boat is state of the art and engineered for easy operation and minimal maintenance allowing for an owner operator to run the boat easily. Recent survey on hand and available upon showing of vessel.
Entering into the large helm area through an electric faux finished door, you notice the well thought out helm with abundant seating that offers incredible visibility whether cruising or fishing. The helm offers some of the same creature comforts of down below featuring a Subzero refrigerator/freezer, ice maker, and 43" LG TV, custom u-shaped lounge seating with electric hi-low teak table that lowers and converts to additional berth, down 3 steps into the main cabin you will notice the head located to starboard and aft, the galley is to port, a large couch is to starboard, you access the VIP stateroom aft to port and features 2 large over/under berths. The master stateroom is located all the way forward with a centerline queen berth.
- Teak and Holly satin finished flooring throughout
- Large couch with custom footrests that convert to dinner trays to starboard, rod storage under couch
- Full galley to port
- SubZero refrigerator/freezer drawer style
- Kenyan 2 burner cooktop
- Haier 1500w stainless steel microwave oven
- 55" LG flat screen TV
- LED lighting throughout
- Fusion MS-AV755 DVD/stereo head unit
- Abundant cabinet storage throughout
- Custom Granite countertops throughout galley
- Large stainless sink with Moen faucet
- Cruisair A/C controls
- Centerline queen berth with storage below
- Hanging lockers on port and starboard sides
- Large custom hatch overhead of berth
- Storage lockers overhead outboard
- Satin finished Teak and Holly sole
- 30" LG flat screen curved TV
- LED lighting throughout
- Fusion MS-AV755 stereo/DVD player
- Cruisair A/C controls
- Larger over/under bunks, storage below bottom bunk
- Satin finished Teak and Holly sole
- Hanging locker
- Additional storage locker below upper bunk
- Access to below deck systems
- LED lighting throughout
- Cruisair A/C controls
- Satin finished Teak and Holly sole
- Custom fabric wall coverings
- Tecma white porcelain head
- Custom granite countertop
- Large white undercounter sink
- Large walk-in shower
- Stainless Steel Moen shower fixture
- LED lighting throughout
- Mirrored medicine cabinet
- Full Garmin electronics suite
- Release Marine helm chair
- Brown Ultra Leather upholstery throughout
- Teak and Holly sole, rod storage forward of helm
- Custom tackle center aft, Dometic sticks displays
- Sink with disposal, port side aft with tackle storage beneath
- Custom electric helm pedestal
- U-Line clear ice maker, starboard side
- SubZero drawer style refrigerator/freezer combo
- Bench seating to the left of helm, storage below
- Bench seating to starboard aft with storage beneath
- Samsung 43" flat screen TV on starboard side
- Large U-shaped forward seating with custom teak table that electrically lowers and converts to an additional berth
- Helm features 3 air handlers for abundant A/C at the helm
- 3 Garmin 7616
- GPS chartplotter
- Sounder with chirp transducer
- 12kw, 72 mile radar, XHD2 radar (New 9/2025)
- Garmin autopilot
- Fusion MS-AV755 stereo/DVD player
- 4 - 8" JL audio coax speakers in helm
- 2 - 10" JL audio subwoofers in cockpit
- 2 - 6.5" JL audio coax speaker in cockpit
- Flir thermal imaging camera
- 2 Garmin VHF radios
- ACR spotlight URP-102
Tower Electronics
- Garmin 7612 GPS plotter/sounder/radar
- Garmin autopilot
- Garmin VHF radio
- Twin CAT displays
- Flir controller
- Lumitec LED spreader lights, tri color LED lights throughout
- Full teak cockpit with teak covering boards
- Faux finished bulkhead
- Large refrigerated box in port mezzanine seat
- Large ice chipper dump on port side mezzanine step
- Refrigerated drink box in starboard mezzanine step
- Starboard tackle center
- Fresh and salt water washdowns
- 2 deep drop/kite reel outlets
- Blue LED rope lighting
- Breakaway transom door
- Large access hatch to lazarette, Seakeeper access
- Multiuse storage in mezzanine steps
- Miya Epoch US-9R teaser reels with remotes
- Custom white carbon fiber outriggers
- Pipewelders hydraulic outrigger controls
- Pipewelders custom brushed anodized aluminum tower
- Release Marine battle saddle, teak finish
- Large transom live well with see through plexiglass
- 2 large in deck fish boxes with macerators
- Twin Caterpillar C-18 Acert engines with 860 hours
- Onan 21.5kw generator
- Twin Dometic 48000 BTU chiller
- Victron Energy 24v 3000 watt inverter/charger combo
- Victron Energy 24v battery charger
- Single Charles ISO boost boxes
- Sea Star electric assist steering
- Frigibar ice chipper
- Dometic KRA 450X refrigeration compressor
- Fire Boy automatic fire system
- A/C and D/C breaker panels
- Custom underwater exhaust
- Blue Sea system breakers and battery switches
- LED lighting throughout
- 3 engine room cameras
- Dometic Delta T engine room fans
- Twin Racor fuel filters, 2 per engine
- Dometic Sea X-change 1,200 gpd watermaker
- Head Hunter fresh water pump
- 5 rule 4000 gph 24v bilge pumps
- Seakeeper 9 in lazarette, New in 2024
The “Flying B” is a 2017 54 ENX built by French Custom Yachts in Stuart, Florida, she offers a bridge/salon combo that is open to the action during the day while allowing an open social space for guests weather fishing or cruising. This boat was built to the highest standards in yacht construction today. The 54 ENX is fully epoxy composite with a “one piece” construction approach, the hull is infused with toughened epoxy and post cured, Monocoque construction provides the stiffest overall boat, Integral tank construction, cored stringer system and honey combed walls and soles for weight savings are just a few of her attributes. “Flying B“ is powered by reliable CAT C-18 Acerts featuring a SeaKeeper 9 Gyro 2024, and custom hydraulic carbon fiber outriggers. Every system on the boat is state of the art and engineered for easy operation and minimal maintenance allowing for an owner operator to run the boat easily.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/11/26 | Price decreased | $1,895,000(-2.8%) |
| 2/5/26 | Initial price | $1,949,950 |
Overview from around the web 2017 Custom Carolina French Yachts Custom Express Sportfish
Customers praise the 2017 Custom Carolina French Yachts Custom Express Sportfish for its exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, reflecting the high standards of Custom Carolina builds
They highlight the boat’s powerful performance and smooth handling, making it ideal for serious sportfishing adventures. The spacious and well-designed cockpit provides ample room for fishing activities, while the comfortable and stylish interior offers a relaxing environment for extended trips. Reviewers also appreciate the quality of the onboard systems and electronics, which enhance both navigation and fishing efficiency. Overall, owners commend this model for blending rugged functionality with luxury, making it a top choice among sportfish enthusiasts.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2017 Custom Carolina French Yachts Custom Express Sportfish offers a range of advantages and a few considerations to keep in mind:
Pros
Custom Craftsmanship: Built with meticulous attention to detail, reflecting the renowned Carolina style known for durability and performance.
Sportfish Design: Optimized for serious fishing, featuring ample deck space and functional fishing amenities.
Powerful Performance: Equipped with robust engines that provide excellent speed and handling in various sea conditions.
Comfortable Layout: Includes well-appointed accommodations and a practical helm area, ensuring comfort during extended trips.
Quality Materials: Utilizes high-grade materials for longevity and ease of maintenance.
Cons
Size and Maneuverability: Depending on the specific size configuration, it may require experienced handling, especially in tight marinas or crowded waters.
Fuel Consumption: Powerful engines, while beneficial for performance, can lead to higher fuel usage.
Customization Costs: Being a custom build, initial purchase and maintenance costs might be higher compared to production sportfish models.
Limited Availability: As a custom yacht, finding one on the market may be less frequent, potentially affecting resale value.
Made For
The 2017 Custom Carolina French Yachts Custom Express Sportfish is designed for serious anglers and boating enthusiasts who demand exceptional performance, craftsmanship, and customization. Ideal for those seeking a high-quality sportfishing vessel, it caters to individuals who value offshore capabilities, spacious fishing amenities, and luxurious comfort. Whether you’re an experienced fisherman or someone who enjoys a premium boating experience with family and friends, this boat offers the perfect blend of functionality and style to meet your needs on the water.
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HMY North Key Largo is located at the exclusive Ocean Reef Private Resort Community. Our new office here represents the company's new yacht brands of Viking Yachts, Valhalla Boatworks, Princess Yachts, ECLIPSE, Two Oceans, Nimbus, and MJM. HMY at Ocean Reef also offers full professional yacht brokerage services. Some of the top used yachts available on the market are docked here today.
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