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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BlueChip Yacht Sales
Charleston, SC
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Longshore Boats
2650 Clements Ferry Rd, Charleston, SC 29492-7742
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
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MarineMax Charleston
152 Sportsman Island Dr, Charleston, SC 29492-8021
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm
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Mid-Atlantic - South Carolina - Charleston
152 Sportsman Island Drive, Charleston, SC 29492
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm
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On The Water Boat Sales
1809 S Mayflower Dr, Charleston, SC 29412-3911
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Rogue Motion
2026 Herbert St, Charleston, SC 29405-9362
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm
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Rogue Motion
65 Sycamore Ave, Charleston, SC 29407-6774
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm
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Seel's Outboard
1937 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407-6250
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Coastal Yacht Management
8 Hunter Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-3716
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm
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HHI Boathouse
405 Squire Pope Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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The Boathouse - Marine Sales and Service
405 Squire Pope Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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MarineMax Greenville
14 Burty Rd, Greenville, SC 29605-4802
Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
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Mid-Atlantic - South Carolina - Greenville
14 Burty Road, Greenville, SC 29605
Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
Irmo 2
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Captain's Choice
10439 Broad River Rd, Irmo, SC 29063-9686
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
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Ray Clepper Boating Center
10439 Broad River Rd, Irmo, SC 29063-9686
Tue-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-4pm
Seneca 2
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WaterSports Central
466 W North 1st St, Seneca, SC 29678-3139
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Watersports Central Upstate
10126 Swansea Ln, Seneca, SC 29678-2961
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Captain's Choice Marine
3216 Highway 378, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29070-8999
Tue-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-4pm
Bluffton 1
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Longshore Boats Bluffton
52 Cecil Reynolds Dr, Bluffton, SC 29910-5109
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm
Charleston, SC 1
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Coastal Carolina Yacht Sales
145 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403, Charleston, SC, SC 29403
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9:30-1pm
Clover 1
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MarineMax Lake Wylie
310 Blucher Cir, Clover, SC 29710-7082
Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
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Provisions Marine
3218 Highway 72 221 E, Greenwood, SC 29649-9771
Lake Wylie 1
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Mid-Atlantic - South Carolina - Lake Wylie
310 Blucher Circle, Lake Wylie, SC 29710
Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
Manning 1
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Meares Marine
2058 Lakshore Dr, Manning, SC 29102
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Seel's Outboard
2910 N US-17, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466-8958
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Duncan's Boats
4350 Bridge View Dr, North Charleston, SC 29405
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The Boathouse - Okatie
5279 S Carolina 170, Ridgeland, SC 29936
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm
Salem 1
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Keowee North Marine
15597 N Highway 11, Salem, SC 29676-3204
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
Six Mile 1
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Keowee Sunset Marine
900 Gap Hill Rd, Six Mile, SC 29682-9411
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
Sumter 1
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Davis Marine Management
120 Landscape Ln, Sumter, SC 29150
Sunset 1
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Singleton Marine - Lake Keowee
7700 N Highway 11, Sunset, SC 29685
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
West Columbia 1
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Mid-Carolina Marine
718 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169-7348
Mon-Fri 8:30-5, Sat 9:30-1
Also in South Carolina
- New Boat Dealers76
- Boat Dealers with Service & Repair73
- Used Boat Dealers66
- Boat Dealers Offering Financing59
- Boat Dealers with a Parts Department50
- Boat Dealers Offering Marine Loans and Financing28
- Center Console Boats for Sale and Service21
- Boat Dealers with On-Site Storage15
- Boat Dealers Accepting Trade-Ins and Buyouts15
- Boat Financing and Marine Loan Options15
- New and Used Fishing Boats for Sale11
- Pontoon Boat Dealers9
- Boat Winterization and Shrink Wrap6
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 South Carolina are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 32 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 32 marine services in South Carolina on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.