Owned by the Fricke family for more than 20 years, Fish Tale Boats has been ranked among the top dealerships in the country from respected boat builders such as Chaparral, Grady-White, and Robalo. The company services Southwest Florida boats from its locations at 15581 S. Tami…
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Fish Tale Boats is located at 15581 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers, Florida, 33908. They serve buyers in Fort Myers, Florida and surrounding areas.
Fish Tale Boats 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 Fish Tale Boats 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 Fish Tale Boats 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 Fish Tale Boats in Fort Myers, Florida? 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 Fish Tale Boats which models suit the waterways near Fort Myers, Florida.
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 Fish Tale Boats.
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 Fish Tale Boats 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. Fish Tale Boats should be able to walk you through the paperwork.
Marine financing has unique terms. Here is what to know before financing a boat through Fish Tale Boats in Fort Myers, Florida.
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 Fish Tale Boats — 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 Fish Tale Boats to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
Fish Tale Boats is a boat dealer in Fort Myers, Florida 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 Fort Myers, Florida can browse the full inventory at Fish Tale Boats, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at Fish Tale Boats 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 Fish Tale Boats 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 Fish Tale Boats directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local boat dealer in Florida 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 Florida 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. Fish Tale Boats is in the Searchshop boat dealer directory serving Fort Myers, Florida and surrounding areas. Browse other boat dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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At a Glance
Owned by the Fricke family for more than 20 years, Fish Tale Boats has been ranked among the top dealerships in the country from respected boat builders such as Chaparral, Grady-White, and Robalo. The company services Southwest Florida boats from its locations at 15581 S. Tamiami Trail in Fort Myers, 2540 Davis Blvd. in Naples and Bonita Bay Marina in Bonita Springs.
I’ve recently purchased a Grady White 375 freedom from Maximilian Short at the FishTale Grady White dealership. My entire experience working with the Sales, Service and delivery team has been exemplary. Each and every person that interacted with me throughout the process is top notch. My GradyWhite is the nicest boat I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned 13 boats over 40 years. The quality of the GW 375 freedom can only be matched by the outstanding team at Fish Tale boats. ***** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Max in the service department at Fish Tale Boats is an outstanding marine mechanic. I run a Grady-White 375, and when you own a boat of that size and caliber, details matter. Max handled everything with precision and professionalism. He replaced one of the TVs, fixed a door latch, replaced a windshield wiper, repaired my helm seat, and corrected an issue with my trim tabs. These weren’t major overhauls — they were the kinds of details that make a big difference when you’re out on the water. He made sure everything was done right. Fish Tale Boats continues to prove why they are an exceptional Grady-White dealer. Their service department is professional, responsive, and high quality from top to bottom. I will always be a customer of Fish Tale Boats and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a first-class dealership and service team!
New to the area and driving through FtMyers came across Fish Tales. Did a little research and then went in to look at Bay Boats. First time boater and Max was the salesman. Not pushy, very knowledgeable and very helpful. Didn’t rush my decision and Max and the team set me up with a sea trial/demo. They walked me thru the process and it was very thorough and at my pace. They set me up with a some lessons with their on staff captain. Highly recommend Fish Tail boats for a great experience and a fair price. Max was fantastic!
Was looking for a preowned boat , but ended up with a great promotion on a brand new Chaparral from Fish Tale. Max Short help us through a smooth and easy prosess, and delivered a few days later right at our dock in Cape Coral. Definitely going to buy there again. Mr Short took great care of us -!
I recently purchased a 2012 Grady-White from Connor at Fish Tales Boats. It was a great experience and Connor was very informative and helpful the entire way. Thanks again! Happy New Year guy's!
David Russo was our salesman and I couldn’t have asked for a better guy. David delivered the boat, and walked us through the whole boat while touring the harbor. Lots of gadgets, lights, gallons, trim tabs, upper lower driving stations, Jack plate, lights, graphs, motor, etc. Almost overwhelming yet I’ve owned boats all my life. Very quick to respond on questions after the before the sale, after the sale and still on follow ups. This is a big investment for me and if your thinking of fulfilling your dream, call David Russo you will be in good hands!! Stay tuned for the service side….and safe boating!!!
