Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Carolina Classic 28 Express 2000 vs Carolina Classic CC 28 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Carolina Classic 28 Express 2000 vs Carolina Classic CC 28 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Carolina Classic 28 Express 2000 carries a rated maximum of 330 hp. Engine data for the Carolina Classic CC 28 2007 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Carolina Classic CC 28 2007 carries 29 gallons versus 22 gallons in the Carolina Classic 28 Express 2000. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Carolina Classic 28 Express 2000 and Carolina Classic CC 28 2007 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail28.00 ft
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 5 in
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet28
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Meters8.66
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inches341
Draft [max] - Detail2.50 ft
Draft [max] - Detail30 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inches30
Draft [max] - Inches3
Beamnot available
Beam10 ft. 6 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches126
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise24℃
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailWindshield: 7 ft. from waterline Tower: 12 ft. from waterline
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters3.66
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches144
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Liters832.79
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1097.77
Engine makeMercruiser
Engine makenot available
Horsepower330 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeinboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardTwin D4 260 Volvo diesel
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailGas: 290 gal. Diesel: 220 gal
Operational Info
Cabins1
Cabinsnot available
Water capacity3
Water capacity30 gal
Holding tank capacity - Gal15
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters56.78
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeCarolina Classic
Modelnot available
ModelCC 28
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2007
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass