1987 Carver Mariner 3297 – Spacious Liveaboard & Cruiser

Classic Aft Cabin Comfort with Huge Interior Volume

Beautifully laid out and exceptionally roomy, this 1987 Carver Mariner 3297 offers one of the most functional cruising and liveaboard layouts in its class. With wide side decks, a spacious flybridge, aft cabin accommodations, and classic Carver styling, this vessel is ideal for Great Lakes cruising, floating cottage life, or extended weekends aboard.

The photos show a bright and inviting interior with updated soft goods, clean accommodations, and a very usable flybridge entertaining space.

Highlights & Features

Spacious Liveaboard Layout

• Large aft cabin with island-style berth and excellent storage
• Bright salon with comfortable seating and generous headroom
• Convertible dinette and roomy galley layout
• Flybridge seating area ideal for entertaining

Mechanical & Systems

• Twin Mercruiser inboard power
• Generator-equipped electrical panel system (Onan 6.5 generator - not functioning)
• Dual 115V shore power setup
• Trim tabs
• Battery system shown in photos
• Engine room photos available

Exterior Features

• Spacious flybridge with full enclosure
• Wide side decks for safe movement around the vessel
• Large aft deck with hardtop coverage
• Swim platform with boarding ladder
• Modified-V hull provides stable cruising characteristics

Manufacturer Specifications

• Year: 1987
• Make / Model: Carver Mariner 3297
• Length Overall: 32’3”
• Beam: 12’4”
• Draft: 2’9”
• Weight: 12,000 lbs
• Bridge Clearance: 10’10”
• Fuel Capacity: 192 gallons
• Fresh Water: 92 gallons
• Waste Capacity: 40 gallons
• Hull Type: Modified-V
• Deadrise Aft: 6°

Broker Remarks

The Carver Mariner series has long been known for delivering tremendous interior space and practical cruising comfort in an easy-to-manage package. This 3297 shows extremely well in the photos, with a warm interior feel, inviting flybridge, and a layout that makes it easy to imagine spending extended time aboard.

Whether you are looking for:

• A Great Lakes cruiser
• A comfortable liveaboard
• A family cottage alternative
• Or a floating condo with excellent entertaining space

…this Carver deserves a serious look.

Shown by appointment only.