Just amazing. I was looking for a specific motor that most shops were running me around on. With Boat Specialists, I was able to get confirmation that I was making a good choice and talk to someone th... See more
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I thought I would get better service & pricing from a Marine outfitter if it were closer to my home town & state. Kodiak, Alaska. That wasn't the case. Neither Washington or Oregon state marine outlet... See more
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I was a bit nervous about taking advantage of a great boat deal from Boat Specialists, being 3100 miles away... But, Kyle made it all easy by doing all the paperwork and arranging my purchase of a ne... See more
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I bought a Highfield Rib and 9,9 Merc. Prices were great and so was the service. I picked up my boat in Ventura, so I saw their operation and met the staff. They have a big, well stocked showroom, and... See more
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Founded in Ventura, CA, in 1976, Boat Specialists has provided outstanding service, competitive pricing, and an excellent selection of boats and outboard motors to the boating community. Boat Specialists is an authorized dealership for all the major boat, outboard, and trailer brands, including Sea Fox, Barletta, Zodiac, Yamaha, Honda, Achilles, AB, Avon, Mercury, Tohatsu, Torqeedo, and more. With locations in Southern California and the San Francisco Bay, and over 50,000 square feet of showroom and warehouse space, we are able to offer our customers the very best selection of boats, outboards, trailers, parts, and accessories at unbeatable prices!
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2900 Golf Course Drive., 93003, Ventura, United States
- 805-644-6290
- info@boatspecialists.com
- www.boatspecialists.com
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Reply from Boat Specialists
Thank you, Laszlo, for your business and the 5-star review!
Very customer oriented
Very customer oriented. Online and over the phone, they make sure it's right.
May 17, 2025
Reply from Boat Specialists
Thank you, Jamaal, for your business and for taking the time to leave a review!
Mercury 9.9 Prokicker
Outstanding price, quick shipping and merchandise arrived in excellent condition.
June 6, 2025
Reply from Boat Specialists
Thank you, Ed, for your business!
Quick
Quick, easy purchase. Fast delivery! Motor runs great! Didnt get to use it right away, but everythings perfect.
April 13, 2025
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Thank you, Mark, for choosing Boat Specialists!
Reply from Boat Specialists
Thank you, Deborah, for the positive review. Happy boating!
Boat plug Bailer
Boat plug Bailer got here quickly one of only places I could find that sells the one I needed
May 23, 2025
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Thanks, Jeff, for your business!
Customer service was excellent
Customer service was excellent. Response for questions I had was excellent and fast and got the ball rolling quickly.
May 6, 2025
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Thank you, Jon, for choosing Boat Specialists. We're happy to hear that you had a good experience with our team!
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Thank you, Craig, for your business!
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Thank you, Ray, for choosing Boat Specialists!
Great on-line shopping experience.
Good description of the item (Zodiac dinghy) on the website. Staff were helpful in placing the order. Quick delivery and follow-up with a bill-of-sale.
April 21, 2025
Reply from Boat Specialists
Thank you, Ken, for your business!
Uneven costumer service
It was easy getting the boat. However my sales associate (Jenny) wasn't very receptive and didn't answer my questions. I had to call and get another sales rep (Kyle?) to answer
March 31, 2025
Reply from Boat Specialists
Glad to hear Kyle was able to answer your questions. We appreciate the feedback and thank you for your business!
Very good friendly and fast delivery…
Very good friendly and fast delivery motor came in good condition and started up on first pull
March 22, 2025
Reply from Boat Specialists
Great to hear and thank you for your business!
Purchase and Shipping
The purchase and shipping went so smooth. The product selection was outstanding.
March 31, 2025
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Thank you, Bernard, for your business!
great 👍 one week and i have my motor
great 👍 one week and i have my motor ! good communication!
March 22, 2025
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Thank you, Anton, for your business!
Easy online ordering and finding part
March 13, 2025
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Thanks, William, for choosing Boat Specialists!
Great communication I knew exactly what…
Great communication I knew exactly what was going on throughout the purchase
March 2, 2025
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Thank you, Mike, for your business!
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Thank you for your business!
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for choosing Boat Specialists!
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Thank you, Wes, for your business!
Great product fast shipping.
Great product.
Super fast shipping.
Another easy transaction.
January 24, 2025
Reply from Boat Specialists
Thanks, Ben, for your business!
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