2003 Custom Carolina Layton Express Carry On
|Beaufort, NC
$395,000
Length40
Beam13.42 ft
Engine MakeYanmar
Engine Power1000 HP
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2003 40' Custom Carolina Express – "Carry On"
"Carry On" is a beautiful 40-foot Custom Carolina Express built in 2003 by Layton Boatworks in Edenton. The current owner has maintained the vessel with care, keeping her in excellent condition and ready for her next adventure.
Powered by twin Yanmar 500 HP diesel engines, she delivers the performance, reliability, and ride quality that Custom Carolina boats are known for. Her spacious cockpit provides ample room for serious offshore fishing, while the helm deck air conditioning ensures comfort on warm days.
Notable features include:
Twin Yanmar 500 HP diesel engines
Large, tournament-ready cockpit
Helm deck air conditioning
Full electronics package
Radar
Autopilot
Navigation electronics
Comfortable cabin accommodations for four
Well-equipped galley
Private enclosed head
Clean, well-maintained condition
Whether you're targeting offshore gamefish or enjoying a weekend cruise, "Carry On" offers the perfect balance of fishability, comfort, and Carolina craftsmanship.
If you're looking for a midsize express sportfisher that has been well maintained and is truly turn-key, "Carry On" deserves a spot at the top of your list.
"Carry On" is a beautiful 40-foot Custom Carolina Express built in 2003 by Layton Boatworks in Edenton. The current owner has maintained the vessel with care, keeping her in excellent condition and ready for her next adventure.
Powered by twin Yanmar 500 HP diesel engines, she delivers the performance, reliability, and ride quality that Custom Carolina boats are known for. Her spacious cockpit provides ample room for serious offshore fishing, while the helm deck air conditioning ensures comfort on warm days.
Notable features include:
Twin Yanmar 500 HP diesel engines
Large, tournament-ready cockpit
Helm deck air conditioning
Full electronics package
Radar
Autopilot
Navigation electronics
Comfortable cabin accommodations for four
Well-equipped galley
Private enclosed head
Clean, well-maintained condition
Whether you're targeting offshore gamefish or enjoying a weekend cruise, "Carry On" offers the perfect balance of fishability, comfort, and Carolina craftsmanship.
If you're looking for a midsize express sportfisher that has been well maintained and is truly turn-key, "Carry On" deserves a spot at the top of your list.
Disclaimer
We provide this yacht listing in good faith, and although we cannot guarantee its accuracy or the condition of the boat. The South Jersey Yacht Sales - CCM is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Bluewater Yacht Sales, LLC- Beaufort Office. She is subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice and does not imply a direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.
MANUFACTURER: Custom Carolina
BOAT TYPE: Express Cruiser
MODEL: Layton Express
HULL MATERIAL: Composite
YEAR: 2003
CATEGORY: Power
BEAM: 13.42 ft
LENGTH: 40 / 12.19 m
DRY WEIGHT: N/A
ENGINE 1
MAKE: Yanmar
MODEL: 6CXM-GTE2
FUEL: diesel
POWER: 500 HP
TYPE: Inboard
HOURS: 4675
LOCATION: N/A
DRIVE: Direct
PROPELLER TYPE: N/A
YEAR:
ENGINE 2
MAKE: Yanmar
MODEL: 6CXM-GTE2
FUEL: diesel
POWER: 500 HP
TYPE: Inboard
HOURS: 4675
LOCATION: N/A
DRIVE: N/A
PROPELLER TYPE: N/A
YEAR:
FUEL TANK CAPACITY: 360 gallons
FUEL TANK COUNT: 1
WATER TANK CAPACITY: 25 gallons
WATER TANK COUNT: 1
HOLDING TANK CAPACITY: 10 gallons
HOLDING TANK COUNT: 1
Cabin
- V-Berth Forward w/ Storage Underneath
- Port Side Hangine Locker
- Port and Starboard Sides Storage Drawers
- Teak and Holly Flooring
- Port Side Bench Style Seating w/ Storage Underneath
- Starboard Side Head
- Aft Area Galley
- Teaser Reels
- Reverse Cycle Heating and Air Conditioning
Galley
- Aft Salon Area Location
- Solid Surface Countertop
- Stainless Steel Fresh Water Sink w/ Hot and Cold Water Available
- Microwave
- Under Counter Refrigerator
- Storage Compartment Under Sink
Head
- Starboard Side Location
- Marine Head w/ Holding Tank and Overboard Discharge
- Fresh Water Sink w/ Hot and Cold Water Available
- Shower Arrangements (Sink Faucet Pull Out)
- Storage Area Under Sink
Helm Deck
- Port Side Bench Seating w/ Storage Underneath
- Reverse Cycle Heating and Air Conditioning
- Single Helm Chair
- Bench Style Seating Forward of Console w/ Storage Underneath
- Fiberglass Hard Top
- Full Helm Deck Enclosure
- Port and Starboard Side Storage Cabinets
Electronics
Main Helm:
Main Helm:
- Garmin 8616xsv GPS / Plotter / Sounder
- Garmin GMR 72nm Open Array Radar
- 2 Furuno FI-50 Digital / Multi-Function Displays
- Furuno GPS/WAAS Navigator
- ICOM VHF Radio
- Simrad Autopilot
- Sitex STT-110 Digital Sea Water Temp. Gauge
- ACR Remote Spotlight
- Fusion Stereo System
- Garmin GPS / Plotter / Sounder
- Icom VHF Radio
- Autopilot
- Compass
Mechanical
- Twin 500hp Yanmar Diesel Engines
- Single Lever Engine Controls
- Cabin Area Reverse Cycle Heating and Air Conditioning
- Helm Deck Reverse Cycle Heating and Air Conditioning
- 3 Bilge Pumps
- High Water Alarm
- Bronze Thru Hulls
- Dripless Shaft Logs
- Engine Room Fire Suppression System
- 6 Gallon Water Heater
- Trim Tabs
- Fresh Water System
- Racor Fuel Filters
- Oil Change System
- Hynautic Steering
Electrical
- Westerbeke 7.6kw Diesel Generator (300 hours)
- 30amp Shore Power
- Shore Power Cord
- Charles Battery Charger
- Battery Selector Switches
- Battery Parallel Switch
- 3 8D Batteries
- 110v & 12v Electrical System
- 2 Reel Outlet Plugs Under Gunnels (1 per side)
- Underwater Lights
- Cockpit Courtesy Lighting
- Overhead Helm Deck Lighting
Deck
- Tower w/ Full Controls
- Canvas Buggy Top on Tower
- Bench Seating in Tower
- Canvas Covers for Tower Seating and Helm Station
- Fiberglass Hard Top Helm Deck
- Full Helm Deck Enclosure
- Outriggers
- Center Rigger
- Aft Spreader Lights
- Cockpit Courtesy Lighting
- Release Rocket Launcher
- 6 Rod Holders on Tower Legs (3 per side)
- Raw Water Wash Down
- Fresh Water Wash Down
- 8 Flush Mounted Rod Holders in Gunnells (4 per side)
- Transom Fish Box
- Transom Door
- Port Side Forward Cockpit Ice / Storage Box
- Starboard Side Forward Ice / Storage Box
- Port and Starboard Forward Cockpit Storage Compartments
- Teak Covering Boards
Recent Service
- Engine Oil and Filter Changed Sept. 2025
- Generator Oil and Filter Changed Sept. 2025
- Props Tuned Sept. 2025
- Heat Exchangers Tested and Cleaned Sept. 2025
- New Batteries Sept. 2025
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine 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.
Engine 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. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
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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