This section lists licensed marine dealerships across the United States that accept used boats as trade-ins toward new or pre-owned vessel purchases. These facilities conduct on-site physical appraisals, engine diagnostics, and title verification to establish fair market trade values. Preparing your vessel's maintenance logs and title paperwork prior to contacting a dealer helps accelerate the appraisal process.
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FLX Marine - Canandaigua
2121 State Route 332, Canandaigua, NY 14424-8203
Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 9am-4:30pm
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Seager Marine
811 S Main St, Canandaigua, NY 14424-2223
Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
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Seager Marine Inc. - Sales & Service
21 Parrish St, Canandaigua, NY 14424-1703
Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
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Summerland Yacht Sales
44888 State Route 12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607-3182
Mon 9:30am-6pm, Tue 9:30am-6pm, Wed 9:30am-6pm, Thu 9:30am-6pm, Fri 9:30am-6pm, Sat 9:30am-6pm, Sun 9:30am-6pm, Mon 9:30
Carmel 1
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Stewart Marine
330 Overlook Ct, Carmel, NY 10512-3901
Tue-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm
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Spellmans Marine
262 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY 11946-4118
Tue-Sat 8am-5pm
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Kehl's Family Boating Center
541 W Montauk Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757-5532
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm
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Strong's Yacht Center
5780 W Mill Rd, Mattituck, NY 11952-2078
Rushford 1
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Seager Marine Rushford
8917 Willow Rd, Rushford, NY 14777-9719
Mon 8am-5pm, Tue 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-5pm, Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Mon 8am-5pm, Tue 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-5pm, Thu
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Spellmans Marine Inc
23 Rampasture Rd, Southampton, NY 11946-3108
Tue-Sat 8am-5pm, Sun-Mon Closed
Union Springs 1
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FLX Marine
21 Basin St, Union Springs, NY 13160
Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 9am-4:30pm
Also in New York
- New Boat Dealers82
- Used Boat Dealers70
- Boat Dealers with Service & Repair70
- Boat Dealers Offering Financing39
- Boats for Sale and Marine Inventory31
- Boat Dealers with On-Site Storage30
- Boat Dealers with a Parts Department29
- New and Used Fishing Boats for Sale23
- Boat Winterization and Shrink Wrap20
- Pontoon Boat Dealers15
- Center Console Boats for Sale and Service15
- Boat Dealers Offering Marine Loans and Financing11
- Boat Financing and Marine Loan Options5
Good to know
How do marine dealers calculate a boat's trade-in valuation?
Dealers base trade estimates on J.D. Power (NADA Guides) marine valuation data, recent regional sales comps, hull condition, and total engine operational hours. Trade-in values typically run 10% to 20% below retail market listings to factor in dealer reconditioning and resale costs. Professional mechanical inspections take 45 to 90 minutes on average.
What paperwork is required to trade in a boat and trailer?
You must present the original vessel title, current state boat registration, separate trailer title or registration, and valid government ID for all listed owners. Complete maintenance records, transferable warranty paperwork, and spare keys can add $300 to $1,500 to the overall valuation.
Can I trade in a boat that still has an unpaid loan balance?
Yes, marine dealers regularly handle lien payoffs with lenders on your behalf. If the boat's appraised value exceeds your remaining loan balance, the positive equity applies directly toward your down payment; negative equity must be paid out-of-pocket or refinanced into the new vessel contract.
How to register a boat?
Boat registration is handled by state natural resources or motor vehicle departments upon submitting proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and required registration fees. After processing, you will receive official registration numbers and validation decals to display on your hull. Marine agencies across New York are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 11 local resources to guide your purchase.
How to get a boating license?
Obtaining a boating license generally requires completing an approved safe boating course online or in person, followed by passing a knowledge exam. Upon passing, state authorities issue a boater safety education card valid for life. Explore 11 marine services in New York on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.