2002 Knight & Carver 70 Motor Yacht Boat in Wilmington, NC 28401 US
Built in 2002
70 Motor Yacht
2 Engines (2x CAT)
70 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Built by San Diego's renowned Knight & Carver Yacht Center and designed by legendary naval architect Tom Fexas, MAR JON represents the pinnacle of West Coast custom yacht construction. Benefiting from an extensive refit-highlighted by a zero-hour rebuild of her commercial-grade Caterpillar 3412E (1,400 hp) mains-she delivers uncompromising reliability and turn-key performance. Her near-21' beam creates an open, luminous interior volume typically reserved for 80-foot vessels, while boasting an enviable combination of a 1,200 NM range and a 25-knot top speed. MAR JON is a rare offering of true ocean-going capability, modern system upgrades, and timeless American craftsmanship.
MAR JON is a custom 70’ motor yacht built to true ocean-going standards by the renowned Knight & Carver Yacht Center in San Diego, CA. Designed by Tom Fexas with build oversight by Art Bollinger, she pairs pedigree American craftsmanship with unmatched seakeeping, safety, and comfort.
A comprehensive 2020 bow-to-stern refit brings her into class with late-model yachts of her size. Thanks to an expansive 20’7” beam, she boasts interior volume and deck space rivaling most 80-foot vessels. Featuring full walk-around side decks, high bulwarks, and active stabilization, she is exceptionally stable, safe, and equally suited for owner-operators or cruising with a professional crew.
Key Highlights & Upgrades
- Rebuilt Commercial-Grade Power: Twin Caterpillar 3412E (1,400 hp each) remanufactured by Caterpillar to zero-hour specifications in 2020 (<400 hours since rebuild) with deep-sump oil pans and jacket-cooled aftercoolers.
- Twin Caterpillars: annual service completed 10/26.
- Extended Cruising Range: 2,400-gallon fuel capacity delivering over 1,200 NM of range.
- Exceptional Stability & Handling: Naiad active fin stabilizers (rebuilt fins) paired with a new Wesmar twin-blade electric bow thruster.
- Redundant Power & Systems: Dual generators (Westerbeke 32 kW & Northern Lights 25 kW), 1,500 GPD Sea Recovery watermaker, waste treatment plant, and Parker Racor fuel polisher.
- Modern Bridge & Electronics: Dual-helm glass bridge powered by a custom Super Logics CPU, Time Zero navigation, integrated Maretron monitoring system, Furuno radar, Simrad AP60 autopilot, and satellite communications.
- Updated Audio/Visual: Smart TV's throughout the vessel, all directly tied to STARLINK. Starlink installed new 1/26
- Dometic A/C: Salon unit replaced 10/26, all units serviced and descaled annually. Crew quarters runs as a standalone unit with individual pump and intake.
- Haul Out 7/26: new barrier coat bottom paint, painted running gear, new thru-hull fitting for main A/C.
Accommodations & Layout
- 3-Stateroom / 3-Ensuite Layout:
- Master Stateroom: Full-beam midship retreat featuring a walk-in closet with direct engine room access, desk, sitting area, and an ensuite head with a large walk-in shower and separate toilet compartment.
- VIP Stateroom: Forward queen berth with electronic lift storage, overhead foredeck hatch, ample storage throughout and private ensuite head.
- Port Guest Stateroom: Twin side-by-side single berths, dedicated hanging locker, ample storage throughout and private ensuite head.
- Private Aft Crew Quarters: Generous self-contained crew cabin accessed via the transom, featuring a queen berth plus additional bunk, desk, galley amenities (microwave/refrigerator), private head/shower, and foul-weather gear stowage.
Main Deck & Interior Living
- Salon & Galley: Satin-finish cherry joinery with an open, family-friendly layout accessed via weathertight Freeman sliding doors. Includes an L-shaped settee, concealed TV lift, trash compactor and a full wet bar with wine storage.
- Chef's Galley: Granite countertops, Wolf 4-burner induction cooktop, Viking convection/microwave, Sub-Zero refrigeration and freezer drawers, and a Miele dishwasher.
- Pilothouse Dinette: Raised U-shaped dinette seating six around a handcrafted cherry table, positioned alongside the lower helm for panoramic cruising views.
- Dedicated Laundry: Companionway laundry center equipped with stackable Miele washer and dryer units.
- Soft Goods & Carpet: salon and galley softgoods new as of 2024
Deck & Exterior Living
- Protected Walk-Around Decks: Safe, secure transit with high bulwarks, custom hawse pipes, and boarding doors port and starboard.
- Aft Deck Entertaining: Covered aft cockpit featuring a custom 7’ high-gloss mahogany dining table that seats up to 10 guests. Soft goods reupholstered as of 2024
- Flybridge: Isinglass-enclosed flybridge with dual Stidd helm chairs, loveseat, split U-shaped lounge seating, wet bar/sink, and a fold-down TV from the hardtop. Soft goods reupholstered as of 2024
- Tender & Water Sports: Nautical Structures EZ 1500 davit, custom extended swim ladder, swim platform staple rails, and a dedicated scuba tank locker.
- Maxwell Windlass vwc4000: installed new 8/24. Bruce 50kg anchor.
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.
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/26 | Initial price | $1,395,000 |
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