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Boats for Sale and Marine Inventory in North Carolina

26 of the 270 boat dealers we track in North Carolina have boats for sale in stock. Full listings for every city are on the North Carolina page.

26dealers
19cities
270dealers statewide

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.

Mooresville 3

  1. Carefree Boat Sales at Lake Norman

    1479 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117-9099

    New boatsUsed boatsService dept
  2. 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

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancingStorage
  3. 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

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancing

Cedar Point 2

  1. Crystal Coast Consignment Boat Sales

    1095 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point, NC 28584-8021

    M-F 9:30-4:30

    Used boats
  2. Hey Dude Marine Inc

    1127 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point, NC 28584-8023

    Used boatsService deptFinancing

Cornelius 2

  1. MarineMax Lake Norman

    9209 Westmoreland Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031-7813

    Sales Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancing
  2. Mid-Atlantic - North Carolina - Cornelius

    9209 Westmoreland Road, Cornelius, NC 28031

    Sales Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancing

Morehead City 2

  1. Ccc Boat Donation & Resale Program

    3807 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557-2908

    Financing
  2. Grand Slam Consignment Boat Sales

    2500 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557-3925

    Used boats

Wilmington 2

  1. Bellhart Marine Services

    6821 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405-9724

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptFinancing
  2. Saltwater Marine

    6130 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412-2707

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-11am

    New boatsService deptParts

Wrightsville Beach 2

  1. Heritage Yacht Sales

    3 Keel St, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480-1708

    Used boatsFinancing
  2. Mid-Atlantic - North Carolina - Wrightsville Beach

    130 Short Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

    Mon-Sat 9am-6pm

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancing

Beaufort 1

  1. Beaufort Yacht Sales

    300 Front St, Beaufort, NC 28516-2147

    Used boats

Belmont 1

  1. Sailaway Bay Marine

    2330 South Point Rd, Belmont, NC 28012-7790

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm

    Used boatsService deptFinancing

Broadway 1

  1. NC Wake Boats

    Broadway, NC

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancing

Denver 1

  1. Carolina Boat and Trailer

    580 N NC-16, Denver, NC 28037-8245

    Used boatsService deptStorage

Elizabethtown 1

  1. White Lake Marine

    6485 US-701 N, Elizabethtown, NC 28337-6475

    Tue-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-2

    New boatsUsed boatsService dept

Flat Rock 1

  1. Barry Capps Marine Service

    521 Oak Grove Rd, Flat Rock, NC 28731-9777

    Mon-Fri 8:30-5

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsStorage

Gastonia 1

  1. New Hope Marine

    3717 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056-8423

    Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 10-2

    New boatsService deptParts

Holly Ridge 1

  1. Bay Slayers Llc

    1105 E Ocean Rd, Holly Ridge, NC 28445-8721

    Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat by appt

    New boatsUsed boats

Moravian Falls 1

  1. James Wilson Sales

    3756 S NC Highway 16, Moravian Falls, NC 28654-9428

    Mon-Sat 9am-6pm

    New boatsService dept

Nebo 1

  1. Skyline Lake James

    2678 Harmony Grove Rd, Nebo, NC 28761-9786

    Mon-Sat 9am-6pm

    New boatsService dept

New Bern 1

  1. United Yacht Sales of the Carolinas

    134 Craven St, New Bern, NC 28560-2150

    Used boats

Smithfield 1

  1. Collins Inc

    4620 US Highway 70 E, Smithfield, NC 27577

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptPartsFinancingStorage

Southport 1

  1. Mike Stidham Yachts & Brokerage

    606 W West St # 106, Southport, NC 28461-3850

    Used boats
Verify title status before buying: Ensure pre-owned vessels have a clear title free of marine liens, as encumbered ownership transfers can delay state registration by 4 to 8 weeks.

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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.