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Bluewater Summer Cruise Returns to the Middle Bay
Ask any of the Bluewater staff or our customers about their favorite boating experiences, and you will likely hear some similar themes that include Bluewater’s annual Summer Cruise. For many years running, this has been Bluewater’s premiere event, taking place each...
2015 Grady White 37
Matt Serafin was my salesperson that assisted me in buying a used GradyWhite 376 Canyon. He introduced me to the owner's captain who had taken careof the boat for years. Matt helped with a few items that we negotiated. Hewas very professional and effective. Thanks...
The Artemis is Rebuilt to the nines After a Sizzling Summer Incident
In July of 2018, the Darby family and Captain Chucky Moore were fishing the Edisto Billfish Tournament in South Carolina, when their beloved boat, Artemis, was struck by lightning. The bolt’s surge ravaged the electronics, tower and many onboard systems. Although...
Totally Professional
I am very impressed with your operation. Based on my experience a team is very responsive and totally professional. With regard to Daryl Brower, he’s focused, professional and extremely knowledgeable. For example, during the sale process he concluded that the boat...
Impacts of Coronavirus on the Boating Industry
It is hard to overstate the influence that the COVID-19 pandemic has wrought on our everyday lives. As in many facets of our society, boating industry leaders have been forced to make a series of agonizing judgement calls—attempting to forge a path that balances public safety with staying in business.
Sabre’s Storied 50-year History and Unwavering Success
Sabre Yachts officially got its start in 1970 building small production sailboats in Southeastern Maine. Before that time, founder Roger Hewson was working in his family's construction company when he decided to design and build his first boat: a wide, blunt-nosed...
29 Sea Ray 1998
I appreciate your attention to my purchase – I know the dollar amount is low end for you but that was not reflected in your service, so thank you for your offer to meet the transporter - I don’t know these people and would like to have you there to meet them and see...
Personal Service
When looking to purchase a boat, the best decision my husband and I made was to choose a Broker with Bluewater Yachts. The personal service we received from Jake was amazing. He worked diligently to find us the boat of our dreams but it did not stop there. When we...
Bad Habit
Vera, all of the loan process was phenomenal! Bluewater’s entire team deserves a pat on the back! Rate was great and start to finish it was a pleasant process. I flew down to Florida with my running papers for my ride home. Even after I got home when I needed my...
Easy and Stress Free
"Hank, I truly appreciate all your effort in selling our boat recently. You certainly made it quite easy and stress free. It seems to me that recreational boating is coming alive more than ever. On a recent visit to the Ft. Pierce Inlet we observed massive amounts of...
2020 Palm Beach Boat Show
The Palm Beach International Boat Show will be postponed due to widespread global health concerns. Read the full statement.Palm Beach International Boat Show March 26-29, 2020 | Palm Beach, FloridaThe 2020 Palm Beach International Boat Show is sure to be one to...
Buying Opportunities at the Bay Bridge Boat Show
Following Governor Hogan’s press conference placing Maryland in a State of Emergency and halting all major events, the Annapolis Boat Shows has placed a temporary hold on the Bay Bridge Boat Show. Read the full announcement.The Bay Bridge Boat Show April 17-19, 2020 |...
A Shout Out to Hank
I need to give a screaming shot out to Hank Sibley for working hard with me for 6 months! Not only to find the perfect boat in my price range, but to work hard for the best deal possible, he protected me through the entire process and I know he made decisions that...
The Best Brands Take Over Miami
Miami International Boat Show & Miami Yacht Show February 13-17, 2020 | Miami, FloridaThe Miami International Boat Show will be hosted at the Miami Marine Stadium on Virginia Key. This show will feature new models from Valhalla Boatworks, Regulator and Jupiter...
Bluewater is Hiring Skilled Marine Service Techs for our Yacht Yards
Step Out of the Ordinary and into the Extraordinary! Bluewater’s service network manages repairs, maintenance, refits and retrofits on hundreds of yachts each year and our team of craftsmen, tradesmen and fabricators regularly find solutions to an owner and captain’s...
Yamaha’s “The Reliable Choice” Sales Event
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2020 Now through April 30th, take advantage of additional Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.) protection on eligible outboard engines. For engines up to 300 hp, receive two free years of Y.E.S. coverage on top of the standard three-year...
Bluewater is Your Custom Sportfish and Production Yacht Sales Leader
We don't plan to debate the differences and merits between a custom, cold-molded sportfishing boat and a quality production sportfisher - internet forums and fishing tournaments manage that already. What you need to know is that Bluewater is your Mid-Atlantic...
Meet the Regulator 24XO
In January of 2019, Regulator Marine shocked the boating community when they announced the launch of a completely different kind of center console, which blended the performance and stability of their offshore models with the shallow-water capabilities found in bay...
Wishing You a Cheerful Holiday Season as we Look Back on 2019
As 2019 comes to a close, we reflect on how grateful we are for all of our friends, industry partners & customers, old & new, that were a part of our 51st year, as we also remember our President, Jan Boone, who...
Searching for the “Bandit”
Milton Hess’s boating journey began in 1953 when his first boat arrived on the front porch – a 10-foot Chris-Craft runabout boat kit that he assembled himself. 60 years later, Milton and his wife, Carolyn, are cruising the Chesapeake Bay in their recently purchased...
Ended Up a Friend
Joe [Green], Beverly and I want to thank you for all the work you did to help us find the perfect boat. Your research on all the boats we looked at, provided the information I needed to make a decision. Also, we are still amazed at how your patience, energy and...
What is My Boat Worth?
Whether you are preparing to sell your boat, or you are just curious how boat value is calculated, this guide will help you learn what you can expect when you go to market. We receive hundreds of boat value requests every year, and we must consider several different...
Yamaha Why Wait for Spring Sales Event
October 1, 2019 - November 26, 2019 Double your Yamaha warranty protection with 6 years of coverage for nearly all outboards up to 300 hp now through November 26! All qualifying Regulator and Jupiter models powered by Yamaha Outboards from 150 to 300 HP will receive 3...
Back Cove Offers Outboard Power from a Clean-Sheet Design
It’s no secret that the popularity of outboard engines has skyrocketed over the last two decades. Leaps and bounds have been made in design, systems integration and computer technology that has allowed today’s outboard engines to be more efficient, more powerful,...
Top Notch
My Bluewater experience was top notch. I have known Hank socially for about 5 years. I contacted him last November to list my 32ft Carolina Classic, knowing that Winter is not the best time of year to be selling boats. Hank had a contract on my boat...
Viking Launches New Center Console Brand: Valhalla Boatworks
Viking CEO Pat Healey recently announced the creation of a new brand called Valhalla Boatworks at their winter VIP event and Miami Boat Shows. The mission of this company is to take the signature Viking quality that has been seen in their sportfishing and motor yachts...
Regulator Accelerate Your Options Sales Event
Now through November 30, receive up to $10,000 in optional upgrades with the purchase of in-stock and new build 2019 and 2020 Regulator models. Contact your Bluewater Yacht Sales representative to learn more!Receive up to $10,000 in Options On 31, 34, 34SS and...
A Growing Fellowship of Princess Yachts Owners
Steve Capalbo grew up on Long Island and enjoyed the area’s waterways as often as he could, including both sailing and powerboating. A 20-year veteran of the U.S. Army and former IBM Associate Partner, Steve is no stranger to travel. However, even in land-locked...
Responsive Before and After
Working with Hank has been great. He is very knowledgeable about the boat and has been very responsive both before and after the sale. I look forward to listing my older boat with him in the fall. Everyone from Bluewater has been great to deal with....
Collaboration between Princess Yachts, Pininfarina and BAR Technologies births the all-new R35
by Magnus Thiersmann What does it take for a large production luxury yacht builder to shift gears and unleash an innovative new concept boat on the public? The newest model from Princess Yachts was a top-secret endeavor from day one. The first demo boat remained...
