At Marker 17 Marine, our pledge is to offer you the highest quality marine products and services at prices that you can afford. Our mission is to make your boating experiences magnificent and memorable. We're glad that you're here, and we promise to do our best to serve you bo…
Marker 17 works with financing partners to help buyers secure loans for boats and watercraft. Contact Marker 17 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.
Marker 17 is located at 7222 Market Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401. They serve buyers in Wilmington, North Carolina and surrounding areas.
Marker 17 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 Marker 17 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 Marker 17 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 Marker 17 in Wilmington, North Carolina? 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 Marker 17 which models suit the waterways near Wilmington, North Carolina.
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 Marker 17.
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 Marker 17 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. Marker 17 should be able to walk you through the paperwork.
Marine financing has unique terms. Here is what to know before financing a boat through Marker 17 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
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 Marker 17 — 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 Marker 17 to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
Marker 17 is a boat dealer in Wilmington, North Carolina 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 Wilmington, North Carolina can browse the full inventory at Marker 17, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at Marker 17 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 Marker 17 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 Marker 17 directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local boat dealer in North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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. Marker 17 is in the Searchshop boat dealer directory serving Wilmington, North Carolina and surrounding areas. Browse other boat dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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At Marker 17 Marine, our pledge is to offer you the highest quality marine products and services at prices that you can afford. Our mission is to make your boating experiences magnificent and memorable. We're glad that you're here, and we promise to do our best to serve you both on land and on the water!
Just purchased a new (to us) boat from Noah. He was super straight forward and easy to work with. We were from out of town, so he sent many pictures and videos, as well as water tested. We are very happy with our purchase!
Quick and easy! I am thankful for all the great information shared during this huge purchase for me. The continued support and professionalism makes it even better! Thank you, Harry and Noah, for always responding quickly to my messages! Thank you for you honesty and patience!
I live in Maryland and I found the perfect Chaparral 23 SSI OB. My sales representative Loren Nixon was great. Very helpful and knowledgeable of the chaparral features I drove down to Wilmington and Loren helped me getting the boat secured on the trailer and went over all the options . Thanks again Loren for the great buying experience
Was in the Market for a bigger boat during rough global inventory challenges in the boating industry. I have been eyeing Tidewater CC for a few years and finally made the commitment to purchase. From the moment I walked into the showroom, I was greeted by Nate. Immediately helpful from the moment I walked in. I discussed some concerns I had in selling my Sea Hunt, and he proactively gave me solutions and not problems...which some other boat salesmen gave me over the past couple years. We worked a deal and he kept in close contact with me during the entire trade-in and purchasing process. I can be overly inquisitive at times, but Nate showed me patience and top tier customer service with some of my dumb questions. But the great service didn't not stop at Nate, Ryan was extremely helpful through the finance process and worked hard to push my financing through at a time when banks are behind on funding. My old boat was paid in a timely manner and the finance company was quick to communicate. She also helped me through the registration process so that I didn't have to deal with the DMV. Apart from Sales and Finance, I had some minor concerns after delivery and Harry and his team in Service where very quick to respond and fix. Even took some time out of their personnel time to take the boat out on the water to verify. The electronics and options where all installed professionally with no issues. Lastly, I don't know the owner but I know through his team that he engaged with his customers and ensuring they are satisfied. There where many questions that I had and the team immediately mentioned the owner's passion to provide outstanding service. I don't normally write reviews, but I have been so satisfied with the team at Marker 17 that I wanted to take some time to communicate and give credit for the hard work they put in for me and my Tidewater 220 CC Adventure.
My wife and I bought a new 2020 Tidewater Bay Max 2110 from Marker 17 Marine, and had a great experience throughout the whole process. Blake, our sales consultant, was fantastic to work with and gladly answered any questions we had, whether in person or via text message. He was really patient as we checked out several different boats over the course of a couple days before making a final decision. At no point did we ever feel an ounce of pressure to buy. We haven't had Marker 17 do any work yet on the boat other than installing the GPS unit (which looks great, by the way), but I anticipate that we would have a similarly positive experience with their service department. We would definitely buy a boat from them again in the future.
