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.
Moneta 2
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Goodhue Boat Company
1617 Crystal Shores Dr, Moneta, VA 24121-4573
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Goodhue Boat Company, Blackwater
400 Crazy Horse Dr, Moneta, VA 24121-3916
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Sports Marine Center
1071 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA 23602-7221
Norfolk 1
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Norfolk Marine Company
5221 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502-3414
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
Petersburg 1
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Chesdin Boat Sales
8724 Hickory Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803-1241
South Chesterfield 1
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Chesdin Boat Sales
8631 River Rd, South Chesterfield, VA 23803-3133
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Virginia Beach Watercraft Center
3716 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455-2922
Yorktown 1
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Dodd Marine
6326 George Washington Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23692-2164
Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-5pm
Also in Virginia
- Boat Dealers with Service & Repair38
- Used Boat Dealers37
- New Boat Dealers34
- Boat Dealers Offering Financing27
- Boat Dealers with a Parts Department19
- Boat Dealers with On-Site Storage15
- Boats for Sale and Marine Inventory12
- Center Console Boats for Sale and Service9
- Pontoon Boat Dealers8
- New and Used Fishing Boats for Sale8
- Boat Winterization and Shrink Wrap7
- Boat Dealers Offering Marine Loans and Financing6
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 Virginia are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 8 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 8 marine services in Virginia on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.