With a legacy spanning over 60 years, SkipperBud's has been dedicated to fulfilling our customers' boating dreams and embracing their boating lifestyle. Extending across the Midwest to the West Coast, SkipperBud's proudly stands as the largest boat dealer in the region with ma…
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SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay is located at 705 Quarterdeck Lane, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, 54235. They serve buyers in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin and surrounding areas.
SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay specializes in boats and watercraft. Browse their full inventory on Searchshop to see all available listings with year, make, model, photos, and pricing.
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Many boat dealers accept trade-ins as part of a purchase. Contact SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay 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 SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin? 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 SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay which models suit the waterways near Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.
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 SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay.
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 SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay 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. SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay should be able to walk you through the paperwork.
Marine financing has unique terms. Here is what to know before financing a boat through SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.
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 SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay — 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 SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay is a boat dealer in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 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 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin can browse the full inventory at SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at SkipperBud's - Sturgeon Bay 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.
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At a Glance
With a legacy spanning over 60 years, SkipperBud's has been dedicated to fulfilling our customers' boating dreams and embracing their boating lifestyle. Extending across the Midwest to the West Coast, SkipperBud's proudly stands as the largest boat dealer in the region with marinas and stores located in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, Washington, and California. As your premier boating destination, we offer a comprehensive range of services and products to meet all your boating needs. From boat service and storage to rentals and sales, we cater to both seasoned boaters and newcomers, prov...
I got an amazing deal on a boat here and my sales rep Dustin was an absolute pleasure to work with. Truly, Dustin has been amazing. I flew in from California, and the boat was exactly as described. Dustin helped me with coordinating delivery. I'm very happy with the boat. However I'm leaving 2 stars because of David Garcia, who works in the finance/closing/document department. He's been an absolute nightmare to work with. He's terribly slow in communication, has to be asked/reminded to do something a dozen times and then be doesn't even do it right. I've been waiting over a month for him to transfer my motor warranty in my name and every time I ask him, he blows off the question. I've had zero communication about my title and registration and he passes the blame off on the title agent who I have zero communication with, so he has to be the liason on it. It's ruined the entire purchase experience and I would honestly suggest anyone think twice before working with Skipper Buds since he runs the admin side for pretty much all locations.
I had an amazing experience dealing with Mike Asher and the purchase of a 2019 Sea Ray 520 Sundancer. From the first phone call to our meetings in person Mike was professional, took his time to explain my questions and there was a lot of those lol. From the start of the process to the end Mike was great to deal with and the rest of the team at Skippers Bud Marina I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a new boat.
I felt compelled to leave a five-star and a positive comment after following one of your drivers towing a customers pontoon boat who had accumulated a small group of vehicles behind him while driving slowly and cautiously on county roads. He pulled off to the side in the first small town he could and let everybody by just to be courteous. That's a rare thing these days, very much appreciated, and reflects very highly on Skipper Bud's!
Affordable, resort style marina! Well designed, with all of the amenities a boater could ever wish for, with private bathrooms/showers! WooHoo! They even leave cleaner/sprayer in the shower, which was rare, and a great idea!
STAY AWAY! Do not purchase a boat from this place! The sales people are very nice promise you things and in the end do not deliver. They sold me a boat that was damaged. Which they concealed and are refusing to do anything about. I have emails, photos, phone conversations to prove.
