2023 Carolina Skiff 17 LS

This 2023 Carolina Skiff 17 LS is a fiberglass center console built for shallow-water cruising and fishing. At 17 feet 6 inches long with an 8-foot beam, it weighs 1,700 pounds dry and draws approximately 7 inches, making it manageable for solo launching yet spacious enough for six people. Power comes from a single 90-horsepower Suzuki outboard. The boat carries 30 gallons of fuel and features an 18-gallon stern livewell.

The open deck layout prioritizes functionality and easy movement. The self-bailing design keeps maintenance simple, while molded storage compartments, a removable 70-quart cooler seat, and a trolling motor battery storage area keep gear organized. The helm features a stainless steel steering wheel with tilt adjustment, binnacle shifter, and an instrumentation panel showing speed, fuel, voltage, and engine RPM. Six flush-mounted rod holders line the interior, and stainless cup holders are built into the coaming pads.

Construction is all fiberglass and composite with a high-density foam transom and fiberglass grid system. The deck features molded-in nonslip surfaces and includes stainless hardware throughout—bow eye, dual stern eyes, four flip-up cleats, and grab rails. A quick-disconnect windshield, marine horn, and LED bow and stern lights round out the exterior. The molded-in anchor locker has a tie-off cleat, and bow storage includes overboard drains. Diamond-pleated coaming pads add finish to the seating areas.

The boat has approximately 4 hours of engine time and includes a trailer.