MAJOR 149K PRICE REDUCTION ON THIS SUPER CLEAN YACHT!!! Owner says SELL NOW!! Only 20 minutes from NOLA Airport and easy to see....Call today to arrange viewing of this outstanding vessel!

“Decked Out” is a great opportunity to purchase a well-loved and well-founded Marquis Motoryacht in excellent condition! Owners’ change of life plans leads to their parting with what has been their pride and joy and great escape platform! Their stewardship of this award-winning Motoryacht has consisted of excellent maintenance, continuous upgrades and aesthetic improvements which have resulted in a vessel arguably better than new! The “key features” list below says it all and should tell you not to miss this one (please read entire list)! She is only a 30 minute ride from the New Orleans International Airport so call Ron and make your arrangements to see her asap. You will NOT be sorry!

Key Features

• New and upgraded headliner in salon for more up to date feel (2022)
• New Teak tanning platforms on bow interchangeable with original tanning pads (2022)
• All new furniture in salon!! (2022)
• New backup camera system (2022)
• New Bluetooth sound system in flybridge (2022)
• Mirrored window tinting on all portholes (2022)
• Complete compounding and waxing of entire house and hull (2022)
• New bottom paint job (2022)
• Upgraded navigation software (2022)
• New ice maker in flybridge (2022)
• All new fenders with covers! (2022)
• Full sized Blaze 316 marine grade Stainless steel gas barbecue (2022)
• New captains chair on flybridge (2022)
• New smart TV’s in salon and master stateroom (2022)
• New stainless steel swim ladder (2022)
• Ceramic heat tint on lower helm windshield (2022)
• 2,000 hour Complete engine service performed on optional MTU 12v2000 1350 hp engines (May 2022)
• Props balanced and polished (2022)
• All zincs recently replaced (2022)
• Polished deck plates engine room (2022)

Design and Build Overview, Layout Walk-Thru and Highlights

Carver brought in renowned naval architect Donald L. Blount for advice on hull lines and performance. It tapped Ward's Marine Electric, a company with a great history of its own, to specify the electrical, control and navigational systems for the yachts. And after looking worldwide, Carver enlisted the Venetian design team of Carlo Nuvolari and Dan Lenard for the exterior styling. The Italian duo also laid out the interior arrangement and worked with A La Mer on the décor.

The use of a team with this depth of experience is common for the world's largest custom superyachts, where cost is no object, but it is a bit unusual for a production boat company such as Carver to carry planning to this extent. The result is worth whatever Carver invested, for the Marquis 65 went well beyond my expectations. Built entirely in Wisconsin with uncompromising attention to the preferences of American buyers, the yacht is an exceptional combination of styling, accommodation and performance that has an undeniable Italian flair, yet is heir to the tradition of spacious comfort pioneered over the years by the Carver Mariners.

One can board the 65 Marquis via the stern rather than the side bulwark gate, across a sizable platform that can be dropped to water level for swimming or even lower for launching and retrieving a small tender. Up a few steps, and you arrive at the curved stainless-framed glass salon door, where you'll find a little something extra: a screen. Blessed as this land of ours is with mosquitoes, black flies and no-see-ums, the screen is very sensible, and it rolled effortlessly into place.

Beyond the entry lay an uninterrupted vista that took in the salon, dining room, galley, pilothouse and the horizon ahead. It is not easy to keep such a space from looking long and narrow, especially when a yacht carries full side decks, but the designers achieved it through a combination of several techniques. First, there is an abundance of windows along the sides of the house, expanding the apparent width of the room. Second, partial dividers-the port one holding the galley's refrigerator/freezer and the starboard one serving as a base for the open glass stairs to the flying bridge-visually differentiate the salon from the remainder of the deck. Finally, the pilothouse helm area is elevated slightly, providing a better view for the captain, who sits centerline on a comfortable Stidd helm chair, and his guests, who can relax nearby on the circular settee forward of the galley.

The feeling here, and throughout the Marquis, is one of refined modernity. There are no sharp corners, with joinery-edge moldings and bulkhead knuckles displaying large radii that are attractive and safe at sea. All woodwork is cherry with a deep, high-gloss finish. Veneer grain patterns are well matched, and many countertops are cut from burl to offer visual contrast.

The dining table is a work of art in itself, in appearance and function. The oval tabletop has a starburst veneer pattern, with Nuvolari and Lenard's trademark curved diamond in the center, a theme echoed in the saloon overhead and the backs of the dining chairs. The tabletop is mounted on a sturdy, fixed center post, but it slides outboard to create a wider passageway fore and aft when not in use.

Cream colors were selected for the carpets and overheads aboard our test boat, along with lighter colors for the leather chairs and settees, but décor and some other design elements are largely up to the buyer. Kim Riley, Carver's director of communications, and Randy Peterson, manager of propulsion and systems engineering, explained that while Carver does not offer customization of the Marquis 65, the company would consider reasonable "special options" in addition to the extensive list of "owner preference items" that forms part of the yacht's specifications.

TEST CAPTAIN’S FEEDBACK:

"The Marquis 65 is a dream under way, both at sea and in tight quarters. She rides like a much larger yacht, yet handles like one much smaller. We ran at speed through some confused slop offshore, and her quick response to the rudders and trim tabs hoisted the bow easily as we turned into the seas and passed a boat 30 feet longer having a much tougher time of it. We had bow and stern thrusters, which are nice but not necessary, and did not have stabilizers. Frankly, I didn't miss them-I assumed they were fitted and operating until I looked for the controls. Our test boat carried an optional crew cabin abaft the engine room, but the Marquis 65 is well within the capabilities of a skilled owner-operator. To me, half the pleasure of this yacht would be in driving her."

Accommodations

Main Salon:

Upon entering the salon through the finely crafted curved stainless steel and glass salon doors, you will find a beautiful contemporary interior. The salon features wooden floors throughout, with ample overhead and indirect LED lighting with rocker light switches, The gorgeous satin gloss handcrafted wood lighted cabinetry complements the coffee table and large settee couch to port and the custom cabinetry with built-in Hi-Low TV system to starboard.

• Large Frameless Windows
• Coffee Table
• Handcrafted Wood Interior Throughout
• ALL NEW LEATHER SALON FURNITURE!! (SEE PICTURES)
• New leather queen sleep sofa
• Salon Entertainment Center with new pop-up LCD TV
• Recessed Lights with Dimmers
• Varnished Wood dining table with room for six guests forward
• Electric Side Entry door to Catwalk Starboard of main deck
• Green Glass-tread stairwell up to flybridge for convenient weatherproof access

Galley:

• Generous and practical Granite counter tops
• Stainless steel sink
• Single lever faucet with pull out sprayer
• Stove 3-Burner cooktop with stainless back splash and exhaust hood
• Convection microwave (KitchenAid)
• Refrigerator/freezer upright double door stainless steel
• Dishwasher/Miele stainless steel
• Trash compactor
• Coffee maker built-in 10-Cup (KitchenAid)
• Ample over and under counter cabinets
• Granite flooring

VIP Stateroom:

• Forward location with En-Suite head
• Beautiful cherry woodworking
• Queen Island Berth
• Mirrored Headboard
• Flat Screen TV
• (2) Opening Portals with Screens
• Overhead Lights
• (2) Large Mirrored Cedar Lined Closets
• Under Berth Pull-Out Storage Drawer
• Cherry Wood Storage Cabinets
• Bomar Overhead Hatch, Lockable with Screen
• Independent digital control Heat/AC

VIP Head:

• En-Suite and totally private to VIP stateroom
• Two Cherry Wood Access Doors
• Tecma Electric Head
• Separate Shower Stall
• Mirrored Marble Vanity with Undermount Sink
• Rocker Light Switches, Overhead Lights
• Exhaust Fan

Master Stateroom:

• Full Beam Master Suite for luxurious and expansive feeling
• Plenty of overhead and indirect lighting for variable ambiance control
• King Size Berth with Innerspring mattress
• Dual Nightstands
• (10) Dimmable ceiling halogen mini spotlights
• (4) Accent wall sconce lights
• Large cedar lined walk-in closet equipped with full size Bosch Washer and Dryer
• Generous closet hanging space with shoe rack
• Dedicated cabinet for laundry supplies in closet
• En-Suite lounge seating
• Double bow front 8-Drawer cherry chest of drawers
• Flat screen TV and entertainment system on wall above chest
• His and Hers en-suite heads with Large vanities and mirrors
• Tecma Electric heads
• Separate stall shower/tub
• Digitally controlled individually zoned Heat/AC
• Ample cabinet and drawer storage
• Designer Decor
• 6’8” Headroom!!

Master Head:

• Upscale and luxurious materials and craftsmanship
• His and her baths flank a centerline tub
• Clear glass enclosure can be rendered opaque instantly at the flip of a switch
• Abundant Stowage
• Multiple drawers and a locker to starboard
• Large Vanity with Mirrors and Lights
• Exhaust Fans
• Overhead Lights
• Mirrored Ceiling
• Tecma Electric Head
• Medicine Cabinets with Shelves and Sea Fiddles
• Dual Entry Shower Stall with Tub
• Many more upscale appointments and features

Guest Stateroom:

• Port guest stateroom with En-Suite bathroom and head (also used as a Day Head)
• Twin Berths with underneath drawer storage and twin reading lights
• Cherry night table between berths
• Flat Screen TV with entertainment system
• Hanging Cedar Lined Closet
• Beatiful Cherry Wood high quality woodwork throughout
• Recessed Lighting
• Opening Portlight with Screen

Crew Quarters:

• Accessed through transom door
• Single Berth
• Head with Sink, Vanity and Shower
• Air Conditioning and Heat
• Access to Mechanical Room Housing Kohler 19KW Generator and Other Equipment

Deck and Hull

• Hydraulic Swim Platform with Dingy Cradle
• Water Tight Access Door into Crew's Quarters and Engine Room on Transom
• Bow and Stern Thrusters
• Dual Electric Trumpet Horns
• Molded Non-Skid Surfaces
• Fiberglass Bulwark
• Engine Room Intake Vents
• Large Bench Seat and Custom Cockpit Table with Covers on Aft Deck
• Engine Access Hatch in Cockpit Floor
• Forward Sunpad with Covers
• Windshield Cover
• Electric Side Entry Door to Catwalk to Starboard
• Maxwell 4000 Concealed Remote Anchor Windlass, Foredeck Pedals with SS Covers
• Capstan Docking Winches Port and Starboard Aft Cockpit
• Cockpit Docking Station with Engine and Thruster Controls
• Overhead Lighting on Aft Deck
• Dual SS Transom Entry Gates, Port and Starboard
• Cockpit Washdown System
• Full Walk-Around Decks
• Foredeck Fender and Line Lockers

Entertainment Bar

• Entertainment Bar
• Refrigerator
• Ice Maker
• Sink
• Electric Grill with Ample Storage below
• Stereo System
• Large Dinette with Custom Cherry Wood Table Top
• Newer Whole Bridge Enclosure Installed new in 2021

Flybridge and Flybridge Helm Electronics

• Display for Plotter/Radar/Fish Finder/Autopilot/Data Display/VHF Radio/Stereo System
• Display for Cameras viewing aft and engine room
• Garmin large touchscreen GPS GPSMAP 7612 with integrated radar
• Intercom Phone
• Icom VHF radio
• Rudder angle indicator
• Bow and Stern Thruster Controls
• Spotlight Controls
• Trim tab controls and position monitor
• Simrad autopilot control
• Fusion Bluetooth sound system control
• Dual MTU engine monitoring displays
• Low Profile Hardtop - Will clear low bridge on Great Loop!!
• Air Conditioning and Heat with digital controls

Pilothouse Helm Station/Lower Helm

• Display for Plotter/Radar/Fish Finder/Autopilot/Data Display/VHF Radio/Display for Cameras viewing aft and engine room
• Intercom Phone
• Bow and Stern Thruster Controls
• Spotlight Controls
• Trim tab controls and position monitor
• Engine Displays
• Water and Waste Tank Monitors
• Deluxe Stidd Helm Chair
• Couch Seating next to helm
• Centerline Garmin Touch Screen GPSMAP 7612 Chartplotter with integrated Radar
• (2) MTU LCD engine displays
• MTU electronic engine controls
• Garmin Manual control panel
• Garmin 4” GPH LED autopilot panel
• Fusion Apollo RA770
• Simrad Autopilot control
• Icom 504 VHF
• Sidepower bow and stern thruster controls
• Trim tab controls with digital indicator
• Key switches and start/stop buttons
• Leather helm seat on swivel base
• Dual fuel tank gauges
• Beautiful gloss wood helm wheel
• Wiper/washer controls - 3 individual units
• Bilge pump switches with indicator lights for 5 pumps
• Remote Windlass control
• Windshield defogger controls
• Rudder angle gauge
• Ritchie compass
• Red night Navigation overhead light
• Storage cabinets
• Large crawl in doghouse for equipment access

Lower Helm

• Centerline Garmin Touch Screen Combo Chart plotters GPS MAP 7612xsv’s
• (2) MTU LCD engine displays
• MTU electronic engine controls
• Garmin Manual control panel
• Garmin 4” GPH LED autopilot panel
• Fusion Apollo RA770
• Icom 504 VHF
• Sidepower integrated bow and stern thruster controls
• Trim tab controls with digital indicator
• Key switches and start/stop buttons
• Leather helm seat on swivel base
• Dual fuel tank gauges
• Beautiful gloss wood helm wheel
• Wiper/washer controls - 3 individual units
• Bilge pump switches with indicator lights for 5 pumps
• Remote Windlass control
• Windshield defogger controls
• Rudder angle gauge
• Ritchie compass
• Red night Navigation overhead light
• Storage cabinets
• Large crawl in doghouse for equipment access

Electrical

• Kohler 19kw Generator in sound shield
• DC-AC Inverter
• (2) 50A 110/220 shorepower cords on Glendinning Retractor reels
• 110/220V Ships service with corresponding circuit breakers
• 12V and 24V Ships service with corresponding circuit breakers
• GFI outlets where required

Engine Details and Mechanical Equipment

• Hydraulic Swim Platform
• Bow and Stern thrusters
• (2) MTU 12V 2000'S (1350 HP) fresh water cooled
• 4-Zone AC/Heat units
• Dual Glendining Cable Masters
• Dual 50 Amp Shorepower Cords
• Battery Isolators and Battery Switches
• (8) Group D Batteries, (1) Group 31 for Generator
• AC/DC Panel to Port in Salon
• Hydraulic Swim Platform
• Engine Room Access form Hatch in Cockpit Sole with 3-Step Access Ladder, or through crew's quarters
• Diamond Plate Catwalk in Engine Room, Stand-Up Headroom
• Galvanic Isolator
• Oil Changing System
• Ship's Systems Control Panels in Engine Room

Deck

• Full bridge hard top with enclosure (new 2021 Eisenglass)
• Aft Deck chairs with cushions
• Recessed Maxwell 4000 windlass
• Stainless plow type anchor with 400' of 3/8" chain
• Fresh and salt water wash downs
• (4) Lockers on bow for fenders and lines
• (2) Lockers on stern for fenders and lines
• Walk way on both sides of vessel
• Side deck gates
• Engine room transom pantograph door
• Engine room aft deck day hatch
• Underwater lights
• Exterior courtesy lighting
• Hydraulic swim grid with custom tender chalks and remote wireless control

Exclusions

2019 Northstar Axis RIB 13’ Tender (with new Teak flooring) with a low-hour 50 HP EFI Yamaha engine!!!

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator 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.

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.

2005 Marquis 65 Flybridge MY

Distinguished for its upscale Italian design and superyacht-style amenities, the Marquis 65 Motor Yacht was launched by Carver in 2004, a year after the success of the Marquis 59. Designed from the ground up by a world-renowned team of naval architects and yacht designers famed for their award-winning superyacht work, including Donald L. Blount (hull and performance); Nuvolari and Lenard (exterior and interior design, with A La Mer décor), and Ward’s Marine Electrical (electrical, control, and navigational systems). The Marquis 65 features sleek aerodynamic lines emphasized by the sweep from windshield to aft bridge deck and up to radar arch and hardtop. And her unibody construction—deck, house, sole, is solidly engineered for rigidity—no squeaking, leaks, or torquing. DECKED OUT’s sweeping lines make her appear much longer, and CAD design technology has enabled her designers to optimize the interior volume for headroom, storage space, and comfortable ergonomic living areas.

Exterior areas are optimized for outdoor entertaining and relaxing, especially the flybridge, which is climate-controlled for year-round cruising comfort. A four-sided enclosure was new in 2022, along with updated electronics and stereo system. Bridge entertainment center features a curved wet bar with two bar stools, fridge, icemaker (new 2022), and storage under the hardtop. Main seating is a curved settee with table opposite bar on portside. A large standalone full-sized Blaze 316 marine grade stainless-steel gas (propane) barbecue grill is on the starboard side of bridge aft deck open area along with movable deck chairs. Spiral glass stairs lead down to main salon, or aft molded stairs lead down to cockpit with built-in seating along transom and table for outdoor dining or relaxing. The bow area features new (2022) sunpads for lounging and the option to use the older sunpad arrangement that is still in good condition.

Access to the main salon is via magnificent curved mirrored glass sliders are framed by stainless-steel tracks and feature a screen to keep bugs out. DECKED OUT’s interior is an elegant, timeless style with the architectural details and high-end materials associated with superyachts! Well matched cherry veneers add richness throughout the interior and contrasts beautifully with the cream color leather sofas, barrel chairs, and carpet. A free-standing dining table that seats six, features the signature N & L starburst motif in the surface. Bright and airy with large windows to visually expand the interior’s open floorplan, yet well designed to define specific areas—galley, dining, salon, lower helm). Lower-level accommodations are opulent without ostentation, designed to maximize comfort.

DECKED OUT is a pleasure to drive and easily owner operated as she has upgraded navigation electronics, bow and stern thrusters, trim tabs, and responsive steering.