Liberty Marine Center is your single source for New & Used Boat & Motor Sales, Service & Storage! Involved in the boating industry since 1974 owner, Steve Kreutzer established Liberty Marine Center on the belief of "Building A Reputation On Customer Satisfaction". Liberty Mar…
Liberty Marine Center works with financing partners to help buyers secure loans for boats and watercraft. Contact Liberty Marine Center 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.
Liberty Marine Center is located at 32322 IL-83, Grayslake, Illinois, 60030. They serve buyers in Grayslake, Illinois and surrounding areas.
Liberty Marine Center 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 Liberty Marine Center 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 Liberty Marine Center 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 Liberty Marine Center in Grayslake, Illinois? 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 Liberty Marine Center which models suit the waterways near Grayslake, Illinois.
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 Liberty Marine Center.
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 Liberty Marine Center 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. Liberty Marine Center should be able to walk you through the paperwork.
Marine financing has unique terms. Here is what to know before financing a boat through Liberty Marine Center in Grayslake, Illinois.
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 Liberty Marine Center — 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 Liberty Marine Center to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
Liberty Marine Center is a boat dealer in Grayslake, Illinois 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 Grayslake, Illinois can browse the full inventory at Liberty Marine Center, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at Liberty Marine Center 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 Liberty Marine Center 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 Liberty Marine Center directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local boat dealer in Illinois 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 Illinois 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. Liberty Marine Center is in the Searchshop boat dealer directory serving Grayslake, Illinois and surrounding areas. Browse other boat dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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At a Glance
Liberty Marine Center is your single source for New & Used Boat & Motor Sales, Service & Storage! Involved in the boating industry since 1974 owner, Steve Kreutzer established Liberty Marine Center on the belief of "Building A Reputation On Customer Satisfaction". Liberty Marine is a full service dealership providing customers with everything needed for boating. Whether purchasing a new or pre-owned boat, looking for quality maintenance service, or a storage facility Liberty Marine Center is the place for you.
I run my boat in Lake Michigan where safety is top priority. Liberty has taken care of my boat for 10 years. I know I can always count on them to make sure everything is working as it should. Having a boat is expensive, but I can always count on an honest assessment and honest price from whoever I'm talking to. I wouldn't consider taking my boat anywhere else.
Been bringing my boat here for service a few years now...highly recommend!
I called Liberty Boat Sales Thurs. May 30, 2019. I believe his name was Brian (could’ve been Bruce) answered and directed me to Steve when inquiring for service on my Mercury 9.9 hp 4 stroke motor. I explained to Steve that it doesn’t go into forward gear. I told him I think it is the dog clutch or spring and that I took the lower unit off and tried to remove the propeller shaft but needed a special tool. I asked him if they rent the tool. He told me they don’t and they charge $125 an hour, to bring it in and we probably can fix it in an hour. I told him I was off Tue and I’ll bring it in then. Tue I go in and Kyle tells me that they can look at it but it will be $125.00/ hour, but that they can’t look at it until sat. I explained that I need the boat for the weekend and if they can look at it Friday. He agreed and reiterated it will cost $125. I agreed on the basis of what Steve told me that they “probably can fix it in an hour”. LONG STORY SHORT I PAID LIBERTY $125 TO TELL ME WHAT I ALREADY KNEW AND TOLD THEM FROM THE BEGINNING! Friday when I picked up the boat, Steve tells me that it is in the gear box that they have to take it apart (I knew that, that is why I inquired about the tool). He said they can’t work on it until next week and charged me $125 to take the cowl off and inspect the gear shift and cables. An hour really???? Here is where I don’t think that Steve was “Building a Reputation on Customer Satisfaction”. I asked if any of that cost will go towards the repair. He said “no that it took an hour” to inspect it. Steve has lied to me twice now. When he denied that he said “probably can fix it in an hour” and “it took an hour”. I really can’t find myself bringing my boat back to people that seem to enjoy taking advantage of me. If you are going to charge me to inspect it then inspect it thoroughly and tell me what is wrong. I don’t need to know what is not wrong! I think if they want to build a reputation they should bend the rule a little and accommodate me. First of all when I told them that I thought it was the dog clutch they should have gave me an appointment to fix it not just look at the gear shift. Even Brian said when I came in Tue. “I wish he wouldn’t tell them that” (probably fix it in an hour), “I’M STAYING OUT OF THIS ONE”, he said. Lesson Learned
Bought my first boat from Steve and Jim over here and from start to finish it was nothing but pure 100% satisfaction. I purchased an awesome boat for an amazing deal to start! But the way they take care of you is better than expected and they went the extra mile for me every step of the way. They not only test drove the boat at my convenience with no hesitation but before I had to even ask for a few repairs they already said they would take care of it before final purchase and they kept their word. They even winterized it for FREE! Even a couple of months later when I decided to call them about my trailer they immediately took action to make sure it was fixed and supplied me with new tires. I manage a Chevy dealership and our #1 goal is customer satisfaction so the small things really go noticed. These guys are great over here and I would recommend everyone looking for a boat or to repair or winterize their current one, come see Steve and Jim at Liberty Marine. Thanks again Guys. See you soon
Can’t say enough good things about my experience at Liberty Marine. Steve was able to complete some trailer repairs for me with a very quick turnaround. I’m now trailering my boat without worry and can’t wait to hit the water. Thanks again. Highly recommended!
