Welcome to Collins Marine! Serving the Western New York area with pride, integrity and quality since 1953. Collins Marine specializes in Chaparral and Robalo boats who have been honored for ten years in a row with the NMMA CSI award for excellence in customer satisfaction. Cha…
Collins Marine works with financing partners to help buyers secure loans for boats and watercraft. Contact Collins Marine to ask about current financing promotions, available lenders, and whether pre-qualification is available. You can also use Searchshop's built-in payment estimator on any listing to model monthly payments before reaching out.
Collins Marine is located at 4444 River RD, Tonawanda, New York, 14150. They serve buyers in Tonawanda, New York and surrounding areas.
Collins Marine specializes in boats and watercraft. Browse their full inventory on Searchshop to see all available listings with year, make, model, photos, and pricing.
You can contact Collins Marine through the contact form or reveal their phone number on their Searchshop profile page. Include the year, make, and model you are interested in for a faster response.
Many boat dealers accept trade-ins as part of a purchase. Contact Collins Marine directly to ask about their trade-in program, how they value trade-in units, and how a trade-in would apply toward your next boat purchase.
Buying a boat from Collins Marine in Tonawanda, New York? Use this guide to evaluate any listing before you commit.
Match the boat to your waters
Pontoons and deck boats suit calm lakes. Deep-V hulls handle chop on larger lakes and coastal water. Center consoles are versatile for fishing. Ask Collins Marine which models suit the waterways near Tonawanda, New York.
Inspect the hull carefully
Look for stress cracks, blistering, or repairs on fiberglass hulls. Check the transom for soft spots by pressing firmly — a solid transom feels rigid. Osmotic blistering costs thousands to repair.
Check engine hours
Inboard and outboard engines are typically rated to 1,500–3,000 hours. Low-hour engines with service records are worth more. Ask to see oil change and winterization records for any boat at Collins Marine.
Request a sea trial
Test the boat on the water before buying. Run it at full throttle. Listen for unusual noises. Check that the throttle and steering respond smoothly. Reputable dealers like Collins Marine will accommodate this request.
Verify title and registration
Ask for the current title and confirm the hull identification number (HIN) matches. Check for any liens with your state boating agency. Collins Marine should be able to walk you through the paperwork.
Marine financing has unique terms. Here is what to know before financing a boat through Collins Marine in Tonawanda, New York.
Typical Loan Terms
10 to 20 years for larger boats. Smaller boats are typically financed over 5 to 10 years.
Down Payment
10% to 20% is standard. Some lenders require more for older vessels.
Pro Tip
Get pre-approved by your bank before visiting Collins Marine — it gives you a rate to compare against dealer financing.
Marine lenders (USAA, SunTrust, Essex Credit) specialize in boat loans and often offer better rates than general banks. Get a pre-approval before visiting Collins Marine to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
Collins Marine is a boat dealer in Tonawanda, New York listed on Searchshop. Browse their full boats and watercraft inventory, view detailed photos, compare prices, and get in contact directly from this page. Searchshop aggregates boat dealer listings across the country so you can compare stock and pricing in one place before you visit or call.
Buyers in and around Tonawanda, New York can browse the full inventory at Collins Marine, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at Collins Marine shows year, make, model, condition, mileage or hours, and current asking price. Use the monthly payment estimator on any listing to model financing before stepping on the lot.
The inventory at Collins Marine is updated regularly on Searchshop. Each listing shows high-resolution photos alongside the year, make, model, trim, and price. Mileage, condition notes, and available options are listed on each vehicle detail page. A built-in loan calculator lets you estimate your monthly payment based on purchase price, down payment, and loan term before you call or visit. Save listings you like to compare them side by side. If a unit you are interested in is no longer showing, contact Collins Marine directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local boat dealer in New York has practical advantages. Local dealers handle state title, registration, and sales tax in-house. Warranty and service work are easier to coordinate nearby. Local dealers carry inventory suited to the region — boats suited to local waterways and seasons. Visiting in person lets you inspect and test ride before you commit. Use the Searchshop dealer directory to compare New York boat dealers by city, brand, or inventory.
Use the contact form on this page to ask about a specific listing, request more photos, or schedule a visit. Include the year, make, and model for a faster response. Ask about trade-in valuations, financing promotions, and upcoming inventory. Collins Marine is in the Searchshop boat dealer directory serving Tonawanda, New York and surrounding areas. Browse other boat dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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At a Glance
Welcome to Collins Marine! Serving the Western New York area with pride, integrity and quality since 1953. Collins Marine specializes in Chaparral and Robalo boats who have been honored for ten years in a row with the NMMA CSI award for excellence in customer satisfaction. Chaparral and Robalo are committed to quality; offering limited lifetime hull and 5-year premium level limited component warranty. Chaparral is #1 in the national market share 18'-34'. Quality first, Luxury standard. Collins Marine offers the best value on the water.
I have been a customer of Collins for many years. I can't say enough about them. Thier work is excellent. We trailer our 20ft boat. But they treat everyone equally. Doesn't matter if you slip a 50 footer. They are extremely busy but somehow make time for everyone. Thanks for over 20 years of professional service. Hopefully we will get many more years from you and our Larson. Chris.
ZERO STARS THIS PLACE IS OUT FOR THEIR OWN POCKET AND DOESNT CARE ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS!!!!! BEWARE IF YOU DOCK HERE!!!! NICE UP FRONT BUT SNEAKY AND DECEITFUL IN REALITY! We got into an accident and our boat was totaled they charged us $1556.21 to winterize trash just because we needed it taken out of the water! When I called them to ask how much it would typically be to tow the boat and remove it they told me that would be $400… we had a positive balance of $880.00 with them and so they would have owed us $480.00 back however Zack stated that because they did the work to winterize the boat they are just wiping everything clean so nobody owes anyone anything. WHO IN THEIR RIGHT MIND WOULD WINTERIZE SOMEONE ELSES BOAT WITHOUT THEIR PERMISSION!!! Just wanted to update that nobody asked us if they could winterize it they took it upon themselves so they could steal money from us!
Excellent customer experience. John Zimdahl is proactive, a great communicator and made the buying experience a total pleasure. He provided pictures and video's of the predelivery work being done and even help arrange transport to our marina. I highly recommend John and Collins Marine!!!
First year storing the boat there, huge 5 foot gash on the side of our boat. "Couldn't" fix it until later that winter while storage. They fixed it, looked great. Decided to go with them again. This year, out of storage .... another huge dent on our rear thrust vextor engine fin and yet another gash into our gel coating underneath. Husband decided against having them fix it this time though because of last years headache with many phone calls and no immediate results. Definitely not going there this year for winter storage. What a shame.
I cant say enough positive about Collins marina. They represent the entire Boating package. With over 30 years experience, Sales manager John Zimdahl is extremely knowable and helpful! The marine is conveniently located on the upper river with a beautiful view of the Grand Island bridge, minutes to either downtown, NT canal or west river. There is a nice steel break wall for calm docking. The gas dock is deep water, with very reasonable prices. From sale and service Collins has it covered. I can't imagine going anywhere else for my boating needs.
