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title: Top 6 Long Island Boat Dealers: Navigating Your Best Options on the Water
description: Discover the top Long Island boat dealers for every boater's needs, from first-time buyers to seasoned captains, with a focus on service, support, and premium brands.
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# [Top 6 Long Island Boat Dealers: Navigating Your Best Options on the Water](https://blog.strongsmarine.com/lifestyle/top-6-long-island-boat-dealers-navigating-your-best-options-on-the-water)

 Written by [Courtney Benediktsson](https://blog.strongsmarine.com/lifestyle/author/courtney-benediktsson) | Feb 5, 2026 6:29:59 PM

Whether you’re buying your first boat, upgrading to a larger vessel, or looking for reliable service and support, Long Island offers options for every need and budget.

### Long Island has one of the most active and diverse boating communities on the East Coast. With access to sheltered bays, open ocean, and world-class cruising grounds, boaters here rely on dealers who understand local waters, evolving boating needs, and long-term ownership. Below is a look at several well-established boat dealers on Long Island - each serving a different type of boater and what they are known for.

### [**Strong’s Marine** - Long Island’s Comprehensive Marine Leader](https://strongsmarine.com/boats-for-sale?brand=Cruisers+Yachts%2C&condition=New%2C)

Founded in 1945, Strong’s Marine has been serving Long Island and the broader Tri‑State boating community for decades with a full range of **new and pre‑owned boats and yachts**. They operate from multiple locations including Mattituck, Southampton, East Hampton, Port Washington, and more.

 

With over [**80 years of experience**,](https://strongsmarine.com/80-years) Strong’s Marine has become one of Long Island’s most trusted names in boating. Founded in 1945 and still family-operated today, Strong’s brings **multi-generation expertise** to every sale and service.

 

**What Sets Them Apart:**

- [**Extensive inventory:**](https://strongsmarine.com/boats-for-sale) From sport boats and fishing vessels to luxury yachts, Strong’s Marine offers one of the most diverse selections on Long Island. 
- Premium Brands: Featuring premium brands such as [Cobalt](https://strongsmarine.com/cobalt-boats), [Pursuit](https://strongsmarine.com/pursuit-boats), [Regal](https://strongsmarine.com/regal-boats), [Grady‑White](https://strongsmarine.com/grady-boats), [Cobia](https://strongsmarine.com/cobia-boats), [Cruisers Yachts,](https://strongsmarine.com/cruisers-yachts-mattituck-ny)and [Fairline](https://strongsmarine.com/new-fairline-yachts-for-sale-long-island-boat-dealer), Strong’s Marine offers a lineup that spans everything from family-friendly day boats to offshore fishing machines and luxury motor yachts. 
  
  This depth of choice allows them to match first-time buyers and growing families, as well as seasoned captains stepping into larger or more specialized vessels, with the right boat for how they want to enjoy Long Island’s waters.
- [**Multiple locations:**](https://strongsmarine.com/boat-dealer-locations-ny)With several Long Island Sound and bayfront locations across the region, Strong’s Marine serves both North and South Fork boaters with convenient on‑water access points.
- [Total Care Commitment](https://strongsmarine.com/boat-service-repair-total-care-ny)**:** Beyond sales, Strong’s provides a holistic ownership experience including captain’s lessons, maintenance support, fuel prep, and safety packages to ensure confidence on the water. 
- **Specialized services:** Their [**Strong’s Yacht Center** i](https://strongsmarine.com/yacht-sales-center)s a regional hub for larger vessels and is the only authorized Cruisers Yachts warranty service center in the Northeast. 
- [Experienced Team](https://strongsmarine.com/boat-dealer-meet-the-team-ny)**:** Generations of boating knowledge mean customers get honest guidance from people who know the water and the industry inside and out.
- [**Full-Service Support:**](https://strongsmarine.com/boat-service-repair-ny) Their service departments, parts inventory, and winterization offerings help boaters keep their vessels in peak condition year-round.

## [Whether you’re a first‑time buyer or seasoned yachtsman, Strong’s emphasis on support, service, and depth of offerings makes them a standout choice.    ](https://strongsmarine.com/boats-for-sale?brand=Cruisers+Yachts%2C&condition=New%2C)

## **Great Bay Marine **

Located near some of Long Island’s best cruising grounds, **Great Bay Marine** offers a comprehensive range of services for both new and experienced boaters.

### Why Boaters Like Great Bay:

- **Inventory:** From smaller bowriders to larger cruisers, they carry a broad selection of models.
- **Maintenance & Repair:** Full service, from routine tune-ups to extensive repair work.
- **Community Focus:** Great Bay prides itself on building strong relationships with customers over years of boating.

Great Bay Marine serves boaters looking for a **practical, service-oriented dealership** with a strong local reputation.

### **Brands Offered**

- Monterey, Crownline, Robalo, Steiger Craft, Blackfin, and Viaggio

They are particularly well known for their presence in the fishing and family boating market and for offering maintenance and repair services alongside sales.

 

## SI Yachts

SI Yachts is known for working with buyers seeking **luxury yachts and higher-horsepower vessels**, with an emphasis on performance and upscale design.

### **Brands Commonly Represented**

- **Viking Yachts, Princess Yachts, Prestige, Absolute, Valhalla Boatworks, Pardo Yachts, Scout**

SI Yachts appeals to experienced buyers who are comfortable navigating the yacht market and are often upgrading or trading within the luxury segment.

 

 

 

**Hampton Watercraft & Marine**

 

Located in Eastern Long Island, Hampton Watercraft & Marine emphasizes a smaller, more personalized dealership experience.

### **Typical Brand Offerings**

- Boston Whaler, Tiara Yachts, BRIG Rigid Inflatable Boats, Key West, Navan
- Select pre-owned inventory

This approach suits buyers prioritizing localized knowledge and one-on-one service.

 

 

**Great Oak Marina**

 

Great Oak Marina blends boat sales with marina services, appealing to boaters who prefer a centralized, dockside ownership experience.

### **Brands Represented**

- Four Winns, Finseeker, Mercury Repower Services

 

 

 

**Dave Bofill **

 

Dave Bofill Marine is best known for its long-standing focus on a single brand.

### **Brand Focus**

- Chris-Craft

This specialization serves buyers already committed to the Chris-Craft lineup.

 

## [**Choosing the Right Dealer on Long Island**](https://strongsmarine.com/testimonials)

Each of these dealers serves a distinct role in Long Island’s boating ecosystem. Some focus on specific brands, others on luxury brokerage, others on localized service and marina support and others may offer a more comprehensive approach for a one stop shop.

For boaters who value:

- long-term support,
- access across multiple regions,
- the ability to compare brands,
- and continuity throughout ownership,

starting with a dealership that has **scale, longevity, and infrastructure already in place** can make the buying and ownership experience more seamless.

 

 

[*Strong's Marine Locations Across Long Island*](https://strongsmarine.com/boat-dealer-locations-ny)

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[Strong's Marine](https://strongsmarine.com/) has been a family owned business since 1945. In 2013, Strong's Marine acquired the marina in Mattituck, now known as Strong's Water Club & Resort. Strong's Marine has four locations in Mattituck including the flagship location at Mattituck Bay, Strong's Yacht Center, Strong's Main Road and of course the Strong's Water Club & Resort. You can find Strong's Marine across Long Island at our numerous locations including Port Washington, Freeport, Southampton, Mattituck, and Cutchogue

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