WELCOME TO MAKE WAKE MARINE We don't just work on the water – we live to be on the water and understand your needs. One of the few shops anywhere on the Gulf Coast with an engineer on staff. If you can dream it, we can bring it to reality.
Make Wake Marine works with financing partners to help buyers secure loans for boats and watercraft. Contact Make Wake 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.
Make Wake Marine is located at 8470 US Highway 98, Fairhope, Alabama, 36532. They serve buyers in Fairhope, Alabama and surrounding areas.
Make Wake 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 Make Wake 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 Make Wake 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 Make Wake Marine in Fairhope, Alabama? 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 Make Wake Marine which models suit the waterways near Fairhope, Alabama.
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 Make Wake 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 Make Wake 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. Make Wake 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 Make Wake Marine in Fairhope, Alabama.
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 Make Wake 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 Make Wake Marine to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
Make Wake Marine is a boat dealer in Fairhope, Alabama 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 Fairhope, Alabama can browse the full inventory at Make Wake Marine, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at Make Wake 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 Make Wake 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 Make Wake Marine directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local boat dealer in Alabama 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 Alabama 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. Make Wake Marine is in the Searchshop boat dealer directory serving Fairhope, Alabama and surrounding areas. Browse other boat dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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WELCOME TO MAKE WAKE MARINE We don't just work on the water – we live to be on the water and understand your needs. One of the few shops anywhere on the Gulf Coast with an engineer on staff. If you can dream it, we can bring it to reality.
Bradley made my first-time boat buying experience easy! I had PLENTY of questions and he addressed all of them before I had to take off. Great customer service & a great deal on a Pontoon too!
Such a seamless experience with the guys at Make Wake! Bradley and Andy took great care of us throughout our entire purchase. Their communication and service far exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend them for all your boating needs!
Best guys in town. No hard sale, super nice and knowledgeable. Got a great deal and new friend. They have earned a repeat customer and a regular for all my service and boat needs.
Make Wake Marine is was fantastic. Very efficient and professional. I love that they communicated with me via text to coordinate the scope of the work, as well as updates on completion. Very easy! Also competitively priced. And they got the work done quickly, so I could get my boat back in the water ASAP.
Bradley was our salesman and made the whole process seamless from beginning to end!! Even the minor issues that we asked about were addressed without hesitation. The repair shop went out of their way to get our boat finished in time for the holiday weekend. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable and easy to work with. We would highly recommend Make Wake Marine to anybody in the market for a High Quality New or Used Boat.
