Name: 2003 Custom Carolina Layton Express “Carry On”
Brand: Custom Carolina
Price: 389900 USD
Availability: InStock

2003 Custom Carolina Layton Express – photo 1

Description

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.

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price: $389,900
Year: 2003
Make: Custom Carolina
Model: Layton Express
Designer: Carlton Layton
Condition: Used
Type: Express Cruiser, Sports Fishing Boats, Saltwater Fishing
Hull Material: Composite
Location: Beaufort, NCApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA: 40 ft (12.2 m)
Beam: 13.42 ft (4.09 m)
Draft: 3.67 ft (1.12 m)

Performance

Cruising Speed: 25 kn
Max Speed: 30 kn

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines: 2
Total Power: 1,000 hp
Total Hours: 9,400 hrs
Fuel Type: Diesel
Drive Type: Direct
Engine 1: Yanmar 6CXM-GTE2 · 500 hp · 4,700 hrs · Inboard · Direct
Engine 2: Yanmar 6CXM-GTE2 · 500 hp · 4,700 hrs · Inboard

Tankage

Fuel: 360 gal (1,363 L) · 1 tank
Fresh Water: 25 gal (95 L) · 1 tank
Holding: 10 gal (38 L) · 1 tank

Accommodations

Heads: 1

Full Details

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:

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

Tower:

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.

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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.