Carver 396 Motor Yacht

2000 Carver 396 Motor Yacht – Excellent Opportunity & Aggressively Priced

Overall Condition
Mechanically and structurally, this Carver 396 is sound and reliable. With some cosmetic attention, she can easily be transformed into a clean, modern, incredibly spacious cruiser or liveaboard.
This is a chance to pick up a well?respected, timeless Carver model at a price that leaves room for upgrades and personalization.

This 2000 Carver 396MY presents an exceptional opportunity for a buyer looking to customize a well?built, spacious motor yacht. Priced aggressively to allow the next owner to put their personal touch into her, this model is often considered a “floating condo” thanks to its generous interior volume, bright salon, and two?stateroom, two?head layout.
Despite needing cosmetic updates, this 396 offers solid bones, strong mechanical performance, and major systems that operate as they should—a rare find at this price point.

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? Highlights & Mechanical Notes
• Twin Volvo 7.4 GI gasoline engines — strong runners, fire right up, and perform as expected.
• Kohler generator — ideal for nights at anchor and extended stays aboard.
• Forward & aft A/C units replaced by current owner; salon unit is original.
• Forward shower sump needing replacement but scheduled for replacement by owner’s mechanic.
• Water heater shows age indicating it may need attention in the future.

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? Interior Layout
The 396’s interior is where it truly shines:
• Massive full?beam salon with panoramic, two?tier windows flooding the space with natural light.
• Two private staterooms, each with their own ensuite head—excellent for extended cruising or liveaboard use.
• Spacious galley, open to the salon for an airy, condo?like feel.
Cosmetic Notes:
The vessel will need:
• Headliner Needs Replacement and its condition is reflected in the price.
• Carpet replacement. Will need replacement as its original and showing wear.
• Original electronics, offering a great opportunity for the buyer to modernize with systems of their choice.

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? Exterior & Deck
The flybridge and aft deck offer ample seating and entertaining space, with good visibility and easy movement throughout.
• Wide side decks on both port and starboard sides provide safe and simple access to the bow.
• Great layout for cruising, relaxing, and hosting guests.

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Bottom Condition & Buyer Incentive
The bottom is maintained regularly, but a recent dive indicated it is due for bottom paint. To ensure transparency and help the right buyer move forward, the seller is offering:
→ Buyer Incentive (Pick One):
• Price reduction at survey/haul?out, OR
• Up to $1,200 cash at closing (ideal for financed buyers) to go toward bottom paint.
This is disclosed upfront to make the process smooth and give buyers confidence in the value