About This Vessel
This 2003 Custom Carolina 40 Layton Express, measures 40 ft, and is located in Beaufort, North Carolina, powered by 2x Yanmar 6CXM-GTE2 500.00HP.
2003 40' Custom Carolina Express built by Layton Boatworks in Edenton NC. Current owner has done a nice job keeping her in great shape. She is powered by twin 500hp Yanmar Diesel engines. She offers a large cockpit for the serious fisherman, helm deck air conditioning, full electronics package w/ radar and autopilot along with a well-appointed cabin space w/ sleeping arrangements for 4, a nice size galley and a private enclosed head.Looking for a midsize express that has been well maintained and is in ready to go shape? "Carry ON" needs to be on your list. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
Cabin
V-Berth Forward w/ Storage UnderneathPort Side Hangine LockerPort and Starboard Sides Storage DrawersTeak and Holly FlooringPort Side Bench Style Seating w/ Storage UnderneathStarboard Side HeadAft Area GalleyTeaser ReelsReverse Cycle Heating and Air Conditioning
Galley
Aft Salon Area LocationSolid Surface CountertopStainless Steel Fresh Water Sink w/ Hot and Cold Water AvailableMicrowaveUnder Counter RefrigeratorStorage Compartment Under Sink
Head
Starboard Side LocationMarine Head w/ Holding Tank and Overboard DischargeFresh Water Sink w/ Hot and Cold Water AvailableShower Arrangements (Sink Faucet Pull Out) Storage Area Under Sink
Helm Deck
Port Side Bench Seating w/ Storage UnderneathReverse Cycle Heating and Air ConditioningSingle Helm ChairBench Style Seating Forward of Console w/ Storage UnderneathFiberglass Hard TopFull Helm Deck EnclosurePort and Starboard Side Storage Cabinets
Electronics
Main Helm:Garmin 8616xsv GPS / Plotter / SounderGarmin GMR 72nm Open Array Radar2 Furuno FI-50 Digital / Multi-Function DisplaysFuruno GPS/WAAS NavigatorICOM VHF RadioSimrad AutopilotSitex STT-110 Digital Sea Water Temp. GaugeACR Remote SpotlightFusion Stereo SystemTower:Garmin GPS / Plotter / SounderIcom VHF RadioAutopilotCompass
Mechanical
Twin 500hp Yanmar Diesel EnginesSingle Lever Engine ControlsCabin Area Reverse Cycle Heating and Air ConditioningHelm Deck Reverse Cycle Heating and Air Conditioning3 Bilge PumpsHigh Water AlarmBronze Thru Hulls Dripless Shaft LogsEngine Room Fire Suppression System6 Gallon Water HeaterTrim TabsFresh Water SystemRacor Fuel FiltersOil Change SystemHynautic Steering
Electrical
Westerbeke 7.6kw Diesel Generator (300 hours)30amp Shore PowerShore Power CordCharles Battery ChargerBattery Selector SwitchesBattery Parallel Switch3 8D Batteries110v & 12v Electrical System2 Reel Outlet Plugs Under Gunnels (1 per side)Underwater LightsCockpit Courtesy LightingOverhead Helm Deck Lighting
Deck
Tower w/ Full ControlsCanvas Buggy Top on TowerBench Seating in TowerCanvas Covers for Tower Seating and Helm StationFiberglass Hard Top Helm DeckFull Helm Deck EnclosureOutriggersCenter RiggerAft Spreader LightsCockpit Courtesy LightingRelease Rocket Launcher 6 Rod Holders on Tower Legs (3 per side)Raw Water Wash DownFresh Water Wash Down8 Flush Mounted Rod Holders in Gunnells (4 per side)Transom Fish BoxTransom DoorPort Side Forward Cockpit Ice / Storage BoxStarboard Side Forward Ice / Storage BoxPort and Starboard Forward Cockpit Storage CompartmentsTeak Covering Boards
Recent Service
Engine Oil and Filter Changed Sept. 2025Generator Oil and Filter Changed Sept. 2025Props Tuned Sept. 2025Heat Exchangers Tested and Cleaned Sept. 2025New Batteries Sept. 2025
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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.