1987 Custom Carolina Island Boatworks 34 Express

"MOBY"

$169,995USD
$230,810 CAD
Kilmarnock, Virginia, United States
34'length
1987year
1cabins
1heads
PowerUsedWoodDiesel

1987 Custom Carolina

Overview

The 34' Custom Carolina Express Sportfisherman, Moby, originally built for the owner of Island Boatworks, has undergone extensive upgrades in recent years. Major 2024 updates include a completely new full interior, new Garmin electronics, and a fully refurbished tower with new powder coating. Additional highlights include twin Cummins 330hp engines (new in 2002, rebuilt in 2017), Simrad Autopilot, a full Strataglass Enclosure, and updated bridge bench seat and helm chair cushions. Well-maintained and continually improved, Moby is turnkey and ready for her next owner.

New Hardtop and Refurbished Tower with Controls

New Garmin Electronics

New Fusion Stereo with JL Speakers and AMP

New Lumitec LED Lighting

New Lumitec LED Lighting 

The 34' Custom Carolina Express Sportfisherman, Moby, originally built for the owner of Island Boatworks, has undergone extensive upgrades in recent years. Major 2024 updates include a completely new full interior, new Garmin electronics, and a fully refurbished tower with new powder coating. Additional highlights include twin Cummins 330hp engines (new in 2002, rebuilt in 2017), Simrad Autopilot, a full Strataglass Enclosure, and updated bridge bench seat and helm chair cushions. Well-maintained and continually improved, Moby is turnkey and ready for her next owner.


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Specifications

Dimensions

Length Overall34' 0"
Beam12' 5"
Draft2' 6"

Details

Year1987
ManufacturerCustom Carolina
ModelIsland Boatworks 34 Express
CategorySport Fishing
TypePower
Hull MaterialWood

Accommodation

Cabins1
Heads1

Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Cruise Speed28 Knots
Max Speed32 Knots

Tank Capacities

Fuel220 gal
Fresh Water50 gal
Holding12 gal

Registration

HIN/IMOIBR000030687

Engines

Engine 1Cummins 6BTA5.9M
InboardType
330HP
246KW
595Hours
Engine 2Cummins 6BTA5.9M
InboardType
330HP
246KW
595Hours

Full Details

Accommodations

As you step below, the first door to port opens to a private head with a vanity and sink. Forward of the head is a separate, dedicated stall shower. The galley is positioned to starboard and features ample storage, including both above- and below-counter drawers and lockers, as well as a stainless-steel sink. The large forward V-berth offers comfortable bunks and drawer storage for two. All lighting and outlets are both 110V and 12V. The interior is beautifully trimmed in teak hardwood, and all soft goods are tastefully finished to complement the Classic Carolina style.

Electronics

Lower Helm

  • Dual Garmin Touchscreen Display
  • Dual Icom VHF Radios
  • Simrad Auto-Pilot 
  • Fusion Stereo System with Bluetooth and JL Speakers
  • Glendening Controls

Upper Helm: 

  • Single Garmin Touchscreen Display 
  • Icom VHF Radio
  • Glendening Controls


Fishing Equipment

  • Tuna Tower w/ Hardtop Refurbished 2024
  • Controls in Tower
  • Lee Outriggers
  • Lee Center Rigger
  • Tackle Center w/ Drawer Storage
  • Fish Box
  • (4) Rod Holders in Cover Boards
  • (6) Rod Holders in on Tower Legs (3) Port Side (3) Starboard Side
  • Built-in Cooler/Drink box


Electrical

  • 12 Volt Electrical System
  • 110 Volt Electrical System
  • (2) 8D Batteries
  • (2) Battery Selector Switches
  • New 40 Amp Battery Charger
  • Electric Panel in Salon
  • 30 amp Shore Power
  • Cockpit Spreader Lights
  • New LEDNavigation lights
  • New LED Anchor light
  • Bonded electrical system


Mechanical

  • Twin 330hp Cummins New in 9/2002
  • Engine Rebuild 2017
  • New Shafts & Props New in 9/2002
  • ZF Gears w/ 1.5 to 1 Ratio
  • Single Lever Controls
  • Dripless PSS Shafts New in 9/2002
  • Halon 1301 System
  • Racor Fuel Filters
  • Freshwater Cooling System
  • Oil X-Changer Oil Transfer System
  • Bennett Trim Tabs
  • Hydraulic Wheel Steering
  • Instant Flow Hotwater System
  • Shurflo 3.5 gpm Freshwater Pump
  • (2) Rule Bilge Pumps
  • Fuel Shutoff Valves
  • Raritan Rotary Air Conditioning
  • Rule Shower Pump


Recent Upgrades

2024-2025

  • Refurbished Tower with New Hardtop
  • New Curtains
  • New Lumitec LED Lighting 
  • New Garmin Upper and Lower Electronics
  • New Garmin Radar
  • New Transducer
  • New Underwater lights
  • New Battery Charger
  • New Softgoods
  • New Starboard Transmission
  • New Engine Belts
  • Recent Engine Service 


2021

  • New Autopilot
  • Power steering assist pump
  • New belts & tensioners
  • Heat exchangers cleaned
  • Aquatraction Cockpit floor, Helm, and Stateroom


2020

  • Soda blasted bottom 5 coats of Interprotect 2000 (Duffie Boatworks)
  • New oil change pump
  • New belt tensioners
  • Bottom strake installed by Duffie Boatworks
  • Sirius XM Satellite Radio
  •  Two new Icom VHF
  •  Two new gear coolers 
  • Trim tabs replaced by Duffie Boatworks


2018

  • New countertops
  • New enclosure


2017

  • Engines rebuilt ( new blocks, heads, aftercoolers, water pumps, injectors, turbos, pistons, bearings) 
  • Bilge pumps replaced 
  • Shower sump replaced
  • Head replaced 
  • New exhaust hose
  • Water intake hoses


Exclusions

While every effort has been made to list all pertinent equipment aboard Moby, some personal items remain on board. Prospective buyers should assume that any item not specifically included in this listing will not convey at closing. Please direct any questions regarding specific items to the listing broker.

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