This directory lists marine dealerships and certified boat brokers offering new and pre-owned vessels for purchase. Listed facilities maintain physical inventory on site, ranging from aluminum fishing craft to pontoon and center console boats. Before visiting, verify whether the dealer provides structured sea trials, transparent prep fees, or direct marine financing options.
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Carefree Boat Sales at Lake Norman
1479 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117-9099
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Race City Marine
1192 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117-9064
Mon 8am-5pm, Tue 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-5pm, Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
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Wake&Water
1177 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117-9064
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm
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Crystal Coast Consignment Boat Sales
1095 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point, NC 28584-8021
M-F 9:30-4:30
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Hey Dude Marine Inc
1127 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point, NC 28584-8023
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MarineMax Lake Norman
9209 Westmoreland Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031-7813
Sales Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5
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Mid-Atlantic - North Carolina - Cornelius
9209 Westmoreland Road, Cornelius, NC 28031
Sales Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5
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Ccc Boat Donation & Resale Program
3807 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557-2908
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Grand Slam Consignment Boat Sales
2500 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557-3925
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Bellhart Marine Services
6821 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405-9724
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm
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Saltwater Marine
6130 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412-2707
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-11am
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Heritage Yacht Sales
3 Keel St, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480-1708
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Mid-Atlantic - North Carolina - Wrightsville Beach
130 Short Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm
Beaufort 1
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Beaufort Yacht Sales
300 Front St, Beaufort, NC 28516-2147
Belmont 1
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Sailaway Bay Marine
2330 South Point Rd, Belmont, NC 28012-7790
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm
Broadway 1
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NC Wake Boats
Broadway, NC
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Denver 1
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Carolina Boat and Trailer
580 N NC-16, Denver, NC 28037-8245
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White Lake Marine
6485 US-701 N, Elizabethtown, NC 28337-6475
Tue-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-2
Flat Rock 1
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Barry Capps Marine Service
521 Oak Grove Rd, Flat Rock, NC 28731-9777
Mon-Fri 8:30-5
Gastonia 1
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New Hope Marine
3717 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056-8423
Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 10-2
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Bay Slayers Llc
1105 E Ocean Rd, Holly Ridge, NC 28445-8721
Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat by appt
Moravian Falls 1
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James Wilson Sales
3756 S NC Highway 16, Moravian Falls, NC 28654-9428
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm
Nebo 1
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Skyline Lake James
2678 Harmony Grove Rd, Nebo, NC 28761-9786
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm
New Bern 1
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United Yacht Sales of the Carolinas
134 Craven St, New Bern, NC 28560-2150
Smithfield 1
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Collins Inc
4620 US Highway 70 E, Smithfield, NC 27577
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm
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Mike Stidham Yachts & Brokerage
606 W West St # 106, Southport, NC 28461-3850
Also in North Carolina
- New Boat Dealers87
- Boat Dealers with Service & Repair70
- Used Boat Dealers65
- Boat Dealers with a Parts Department43
- Boat Dealers Offering Financing42
- Pontoon Boat Dealers20
- Center Console Boats for Sale and Service19
- New and Used Fishing Boats for Sale19
- Boat Dealers with On-Site Storage17
- Boat Dealers Offering Marine Loans and Financing14
- Boat Winterization and Shrink Wrap11
- Boat Financing and Marine Loan Options11
- Boat Dealers Accepting Trade-Ins and Buyouts6
Good to know
What additional dealer fees should I expect when buying a boat?
Beyond the advertised sales price, buyers typically pay dealer prep fees ($500 to $1,500), manufacturer freight charges ($1,000 to $3,500 on new models), state registration fees ($100 to $500), and local sales tax (4% to 10%). Always request a written, itemized out-the-door price quote prior to signing.
What are the standard down payment and loan terms for boat financing?
Marine lenders generally require a 10% to 20% down payment for standard boat loans. Financing terms span from 10 to 20 years for loan amounts exceeding $25,000, with fixed interest rates typically between 6.5% and 10.5% for applicants with credit scores of 680 or higher.
Is a marine survey mandatory when purchasing a used boat?
While not legally required by states, marine lenders and insurance companies regularly require a professional marine survey for used vessels older than 5 to 10 years or priced above $25,000. Comprehensive surveys cost between $15 and $25 per foot of vessel length.
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 North Carolina are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 26 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 26 marine services in North Carolina on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.