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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Erwin Marine Sales
3001 Kings Point Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37416
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Skier's Marine
4280 Bonny Oaks Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37406-1601
Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5
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Water Workz Marine
2100 S Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37311-7334
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Water Workz Marine
3201 Apd 40, Cleveland, TN 37311-8200
Memphis 2
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Memphis Boat Center
1920 Watson Rd, Memphis, TN 38111-7829
Tue-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-3pm, Mon/Sun Closed
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Skier's Marine
2420 Covington Pike, Memphis, TN 38128-6908
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun Closed
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Abernathy Marine
1704 W Main St, Union City, TN 38261
Tue-Fri 8:30-5, closed Mon
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Interstate 69 Marine
1704 W Main St, Union City, TN 38261-1548
Tue-Fri 8:30-5, closed Mon
Bristol 1
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CBK Watersports
195 Shady Ford Rd, Bristol, TN 37620-7935
Counce 1
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Marine Sales of Pickwick
9500 Highway 57, Counce, TN 38326-3623
Mon-Sat 8:30-5
Harrison 1
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WaterSports Central
6200 TN-58, Harrison, TN 37341-9537
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No Wake Marine Norris Lake
156 Launch Ln, La Follette, TN 37766-6549
Mon 8:30am-5pm, Tue 8:30am-5pm, Wed 8:30am-5pm, Thu 8:30am-5pm, Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm
Lebanon 1
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Mid Tenn Powersports
6050 Leeville Pike, Lebanon, TN 37090-8083
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm
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Modern Marine
1000 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203-4722
Also in Tennessee
- New Boat Dealers59
- Used Boat Dealers51
- Boat Dealers with Service & Repair48
- Boat Dealers Offering Financing38
- Boat Dealers with a Parts Department25
- Pontoon Boat Dealers19
- Boats for Sale and Marine Inventory18
- New and Used Fishing Boats for Sale18
- Boat Winterization and Shrink Wrap11
- Boat Dealers with On-Site Storage9
- Boat Dealers Offering Marine Loans and Financing9
- Center Console Boats for Sale and Service6
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 Tennessee are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 14 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 14 marine services in Tennessee on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.