looking at a 96 350 express need help

troc · Post by **troc** » Mon Jul 18, 2011 9:50 am

Good Morning All
My wife and I are actively looking to purchase a a 96 350 express. It has crusader 454s and all the standard fare AC,6500w kohler gen set, radar etc. The boat seems to be in perfect mechanical condition, but I need help from you guys to help me with what you like /dont like about this make of boat. I have always had speed boats so any info would be appreciated Thank you Cort

RWS · Post by **RWS** » Mon Jul 18, 2011 12:23 pm

A 1996 model would be a Carver built Trojan, not a Lancaster, PA vintage, but built in Pulaski WI.

They produced a line of "Luxury Express Yachts" under the Trojan name for several years.

These were well made boats using quality construction techniques and good hardware.

They have little in common with the Lancaster Trojans built until the early 1990's

One thing to try would be to google "carver trojan express" for more info results and comparables.

RWS

wowzer52 · Post by **wowzer52** » Mon Jul 18, 2011 3:24 pm

If it is after 1992 it's a Carver built Trojan. You can also Google "Carver boat forum" and you'll get lots of places to get connected. good boats.

troc · Post by **troc** » Tue Jul 19, 2011 6:37 am

thank you guys all good stuff i will google what you suggested

kevinz · Post by **kevinz** » Tue Jul 19, 2011 7:23 am

I have a 95 350 express and love it. The Carver site is not active. I have not checked it in awhile.
The 350 express is great for the ICW and bayous in NW Florida. Not to good in following seas. (small rudders) It is a safe boat to walk around, lots of head room in the cabin. The engine room is tight with a pair of 454s, but routine maintance is o.k.
I don't like the door going to the cabin, it always needs adjustment, and I wish it had a shower stall, not just the glass doors.