Carver Owners Forum

Good people of Carver-dom.
Just retired in May, have owned many smaller boats since the 70s, now moving up. Currently have a Sea Ray 38 aft cabin I'm going to sell. I'm looking at the Voyager line as I think they represent the high end esthetic class and still maintain some vintage elements of style. Will likely end up with the 530, but also looking at the 45/46 and the 56/560, although I can't for the life of me understand why the 56 was built. Maybe they already had a 56' mold?

One thing I know I'm going to have, or add is that cool automated remote control setup. If anyone has experience getting it installed, and using it, drop me a note with any advice. I will need to add a stern thruster first, and then the controller. My wife is semi-disabled and not able to do a lot of helping with lines. But - we love to get out on the boat, which means a fair amount of single person dockage.

Any other advice vis-a-vis Carvers and the Voyager line is welcome as well.

Welcome aboard. Good luck with your search and keep us posted.

Welcome to the neighborhood! Where on Earth will you be searching? There are a number of those models in the Great Lakes area, all freshwater vessels. Like Viper says, keep us posted. Although the Great Lakes area is vast, somebody will likely know the vessel you are checking out. Good luck! er

Welcome aboard!

Welcome aboard!!

OK, I've now looked at five 53's, one 56 and two 45's. I've definitely 'settled' for the 53. The interior staircase just screams 'you have arrived'. Only thing missing is the helicopter pad.

I found two with the hyd swim step that lowers. Sweet option. The build quality of the swim step is not as good as Carver in general but appears to be strong enough. Rated for 600Lbs. Maybe make an offer soon.

Winter boat shopping is fun. No pressure.

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!!

We are looking forward to pictures once you find your Carver. Welcome Aboard.

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My favorite model is the 53 Voyage “Sky lounge”. It has no lower helm and that allows for a really sweet lounge setup in its space. I cannot imagine using a lower helm where visibility so limited.