1996 Carver 455 Aft Cabin Brochure - Specifications - For Sale

Welcome aboard the Carver 455 Aft Cabin, a yacht designed to combine residential comfort, entertaining space, and dependable cruising performance. Our goal with the 455 was simple: Deliver the livability of a waterfront condominium with the mobility of a true cruising yacht. At nearly 46 feet overall with a wide 15’4” beam, she provides exceptional interior volume while maintaining efficient handling and performance.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Entering the Salon: Stepping through the sliding door from the aft deck, you enter a salon intentionally positioned forward of the galley — uncommon at the time but highly practical. Salon Features: Panoramic windows for natural light - Maple wood interior joinery - Generous seating for entertaining - Headroom 6’6” - The result is a bright, open atmosphere rarely found in yachts under 50 feet.

Proceeding forward and down: VIP Guest Stateroom - Large forward cabin - Excellent storage - Direct access to guest head

Forward Head: A standout feature for this class: Full bathtub/shower combination - Vanity and enclosed head - Residential comfort uncommon in mid-size yachts

Aft Master Stateroom: Now we arrive at the signature feature of the 455. Located aft for privacy and quiet operation, the master spans the vessel’s full beam. Walk-around aft-facing queen berth - Transom windows with water views at anchor - Sitting area/settee - Extensive drawers and hanging lockers - The aft-facing bed was intentionally designed so owners could enjoy the view directly behind the yacht — a uniquely Carver experience.

Ensuite Master Head - Separate shower stall - Vanity and enclosed toilet compartment - This layout makes long-term living aboard exceptionally comfortable.

• Layout:  Three Cabins / Two Heads Layout, see attached drawing
• Air Conditioning: (4) Webasto FCF Platinum reverse-cycle units with digital controls, date unknown but not original
• Ports: Opening and Fixed
• Hatches: Opening
• Cabin Sole: No maintenance, synthetic laminate
• Dinette Table: To Port
• Settee(s): To Starboard
• Cushions: Fair to Good condition
• Master Cabin: Aft with Centerline Queen Berth, en suite head
• Guest Cabin: Forward with Centerline Full Berth, en suite head
• Guest Cabin: To Port, aft of fwd guest cabin, storage or can be converted to office
• Engine Access Compainonway Steps: Rebuilt to be lighter, unfinished wood
• Headroom: 6'6"
• Boat Smells: None
• Interior Wood: Fair condition, reflective of a 1996 model
• Interior Vinyl: Fair condition, reflective of a 1996 model
• Interior Cabin Sole: Good condition, replaced before the current seller
• Guest Head: Marine electric toilet, sink with tub/shower
• Master Head: Marine electric toilet, sink with separate shower

GALLEY

Immediately adjacent to the aft deck: U-shaped galley layout. The galley aft so owners could: Serve guests easily on deck - Reduce traffic through living areas - Improve social flow onboard

• Stove/Oven: Electric 3-burner cooktop
• Refrigerator/Freezer: Full-size, front-loading, 115V
• Refrigerator/Freezer: Free-standing on aft deck, 115V
• Icemaker: Aft deck galle/bar, 115V
• Microwave Oven: GE Convection
• Sink: Stainless steel
• Water: Hot & Cold
• Water Heater: 115V
• Cabinets: Yes

ELECTRONICS

• Plotter: Garmin MFD, 2023
• Speed/Depth: Garmin, 2023
• Radar: Garmin, 2023
• AIS: SiTex added in 2023
• VHF: Standard Horizon Explorer, 2023
• Loud Hailer: Standard Horizon, 2023
• Stereo: Yes, with speakers, 2023
• Compass: Yes
• TV: Salon
• TV: Master Cabin
• Autopilot: Inoperable
• Camera System: Still in the box, not installed
• Alarm System: Still in the box, not installed

ELECTRICAL

• 12v system: Yes
• 110v system: Yes
• Generator: Westerbeke 12KW with 2800 hrs, with Soundshield
• Battery Charger: Victron Quattro II Charger/Inverter 120 Amp / 3000 Watt, 7/2025
• Batteries: (5) AGM batteries (2x200Ah House, 2xEngine & 1 Genset) added in 7/2025, in lieu of only (2) 8D,
• Battery Cables: Replaced and properly secured, 7/2025
• Shore Power: 50 AMP service, with ABYC breaker added in 2023
• Interior Lights: Yes
• LED: Electrical panel and flybridge, added in 2023
• Nav Lights: Yes
• 12v Outlet(s): Yes
• Flybridge: Toggle switches added and rewired in 2023
• Galvanic Isolator: Added in 2023

DECK & HULL

Swim Platform & Transom Entry - As you step aboard from the molded swim platform, you’ll notice: Integrated transom boarding steps - Wide, secure access to the aft deck - Designed for effortless boarding from dock or tender - This molded design reduces maintenance while improving safety underway.

Aft Deck — The Social Center - Welcome to one of the defining features of the Carver 455. The aft deck was engineered as an outdoor living room: Hardtop protection - Wing doors leading to side decks - Wet bar with sink, refrigerator, and ice maker (typical configuration) - Seating designed for entertaining underway or at anchor - Because the galley sits directly inside forward of this space, food and drinks flow naturally between interior and exterior entertaining areas — a signature Carver layout innovation.

Flybridge & Helm - Moving up the molded steps to the bridge: Centerline helm with excellent sightlines - Companion seating and lounge areas - Storage beneath seating - Designed as a second living space rather than just a helm station

• Hull Color: White
• Deck Color: White
• Draft: 4'7"
• Canvas: Windshield and Stratglass, replaced in 2024
• Cushions: Flybridge and custom bow cushion replaced in 2023
• Hard Tops: Topsides Awlgrip 2/2026
• Aft Deck Bar: Water, icemaker & storage
• Swim Platform: Large platform with ladder
• Cockpit Shower: Yes
• Anchor: Viking 25KG, 150' of chain, 150' of rode, all replaced in 2023
• Windlass: Electric windlass & chain counter, replaced in 2023
• Dinghy: Bris 10' air bottom, 2025, not registered
• OB Engine: 5HP Mercury Propane 2024 
• Dockside Water: Yes
• Spotlight: Yes
• Bottom: Paint removed down to gel coat, 40 blisters repaired, barrier coat and bottom painted in 2/2023. The bottom is maintained by diver every 2 months

MECHANICAL

• Engine: Cummins 6CTA (420C) 420 HP with 2400 hrs, starboard
• Engine: Cummins 6CTA (420C) 420 HP with 2400 hrs, port, removed, partial overhaul (no records), repainted with an estimated 150 hrs since
• Air Conditioning: Salon 30,000 BTUs, Fwd 13,000 BTUs, Aft 16,000 BTUs, and Flybridge 16,000 BTUs
• Air Con Flush Connection: Aft and Salon, garden hose fitting to all freshwater or acid flush with ease, added in 2023
• Air Conditioning: Portable units in aft and salon are used to reduce power consumption while at the dock, or to be used while the vessel is out of the water
• Washer/Dryer: The current seller has not used them, date unknow but not original to the vessel
• Prop: (2) four-blade
• Steering: Hydraulic
• Water Heater: 115V
• Bilge Pump(s): Replaced in 2023
• Oil Change Pump: Reverso installed in 2022
• Filter(s): (2) Engine Racor 900MA with Gauges and (1) Genset Racor
• Oil & Filter: Changed 5/2025
• Impeller: Changed 5/2025
• Macerator Pump(s): Replaced in 2023
• Water Tank(s): 160 gallons
• Fuel Tank(s): 464 gallons
• Holding Tank(s): 80 gallons
• Gauges: Upgraded to Seaview Marine Diesel Gauges in 2023
• Tank(s) Monitoring: Maretron NMEA Monitoring, added in 2023
• Fire Suppression: Fireboy installed in 2023
• Freshwater Pump: Replaced in 2023
• Raw Water Pump: Port Engine, replaced in 2025
• Aft Head Black Water Hose: replaced in 2023
• Guest Head: Raritan Elite Macerator Electric Toilet, freshwater installed in 2023
• Master Head: Electric Toilet with Macerator, freshwater
• Trim Tabs: Currently inoperable
• Horns: Replaced in 2022
• Spare Parts: Yes

Efficient Cruise Speed: 11 knots at 1600 RPMS, estimated 6-8 gph per engine

Efficient Fast Speed: 16 knots, estimated 15-18 gph per engine

Top Speed: 24 knots, estimated 22-25+ gph per engine

The 1996 Carver 455 Aft Cabin was created for owners who wanted:

• True live-aboard capability
• Separate private staterooms
• Entertaining space equal to larger yachts
• Easy owner operation
• Condo-style comfort afloat

She became one of Carver’s most recognizable aft-cabin layouts because it successfully blurred the line between yacht and waterfront home.

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.