I can't recommend Boat Specialists enough! I just had them swap out my damaged 200 hp Yamaha…read moreoutboard with a brand new blemished Yamaha 200 hp outboard, and the service was impeccable! Erik and Pablo run a top notch business to say the least. If you live near Richmond, and need someone to service your boat, definitely take it here! After the seamless installation of the new engine, they even took the time to power wash and scrub the entire boat inside and out! I will definitely be using Boat Specialists for all my future boat maintenance needs, and so should you.

Highly educated people in Boat Specialists Dealership. Superb and exceptional service. Above and…read morebeyond. Home runs and touch downs. All around. Highly appreciated and Highly recommend. For anyone who buying a boat or looking to get work done. These people needs a Standing ovation . They also work with me on the process of buying a boat AKA 2025 GRADY WHITE FISHERMAN 257 and all the upgrades and work that they did. Special thanks to the whole team of Boat Specialists in Richmond Ca. Super appreciated and super satisfied. Highly recommend to friends and family.

Anders is very knowledgeable and an expert dealer / installer for Victron electronics -- highly…read morerecommended!

Ander's is the best marine vendor we've ever worked with! We have a 1987 sailboat in the bay that…read morewe have fixed ourselves over the years due to costs and/or the ability to outsource sufficient help. We heard about Anders through other sailors in our marina and decided to give him a try and we are so glad we did. While he is super busy (because he's the best) it was well worth the wait. Once we got our refrigerator serviced, he was very communicative and on task with any follow-up questions or issues and he's just a very nice guy in general. We highly recommend :)

These guys are great! They fixed my brand new Merc Bravo-1 Labbed prop, after I pulled a…read moreboneheaded move (left prop on engine cover, then later opened engine hatch). It's a very thin SS prop, and this couldn't have been easy. But these guys know they're doing! Due to the fall, one of the blades got bent. They fixed the blade, checked the pitch, balanced my prop and then polished it. And their prices are very reasonable. This place has new owners. I think they've been there ~1 year. A couple of young guys, with fantastic attitudes, and very customer friendly. They both have lots of experience working on props. So, I'd recommend just paying attention to reviews for the last year or so. I'd HIGHLY recommend them. I think you'll agree if you visit them with any prop issues...

Amazing service and knowledge and would definitely recommend them for all your prop and shaft needs!read more

Parking is difficult and it is a rough neighborhood. The missing letter from the sign on the wall…read moreand the customer-bashing spilling over from the other room were a little off-putting. Expect to pay more than you will anywhere else. Plus side=lots of parts.

both 2024 and this summer 2025...timing belt and then regular annual service...both techs were…read moreknowledgeable and communicated well...service was excellent...got to get in their cue or it can be a tad long wait...they must be good...we'll be back next year for certain...Don Aspen 32 power cat Volvo D3...

I made a call to Ken because I needed a Yamaha generator. He was very nice on the phone and had…read morewhat I needed. He directed me to his new location in Richmond, CA (he is no longer in Marin). We made arrangements for me to pick up the generator at his new address (651 South 15th Street, Richmond CA 94804). At first, I wasn't sure I was at the correct location because I was looking at a dirt lot with a truck parked on it. But yes, that is where he is located. I now have what I need and know who I can count on for future service/purchases. Four stars only because he doesn't take credit cards and doesn't have an office (yet!) as he is still in the process of settling into his new location. Happy to upgrade to 5 stars when he gets it all together. Love his dogs!

Buyer beware !!!!…read more This man is not to be trusted !!!! I purchased a motor on this mans recommendations and when it didn't even fit my boat he wanted nothing to do with me the next day. His emails changed at every turn, he even went against his prior advice in past emails ? Of course this was after the sale and now I have a motor sitting unused in my garage. My motor has never touch water and now I am at a loss. I would highly warn anyone doing business with this shady character - and watch out for the sketchy dogs too !!!!! I have been in contact with Yamaha and am filing a formal complaint against this establishment

I recently had my Moore 24 at Gilles' shop to have a few repairs and modifications done. Gilles…read morewas a pleasure to work with and his fiberglass guy Denise is a wizard. #1 Toe rails. They look great. The contour fits the boat and is high enough to provide good traction without being imposing. Beautiful execution and design. #2 Misc repairs. Denise did an incredible job repairing an old inspection port and compass hole that needed filling. I couldn't even see the transition in paint until he pointed it out to me. #3 Barney post. Gilles and Denise designed a custom barney post to replace the thwart where the main is currently attached. This opens up the cockpit and makes it much easier to move around in the boat. Wow. Great design and a total beast construction wise. While it is still pretty light to pick up I am convinced I will probably be able to lift the boat by the barney post. It is made from an old carbon/kevlar spinnaker pole section and a number of custom bits. Very very nice. #4 Various soft padeyes and delrin inserts. I've used these all over my boat to install hardware (turning blocks, twings, etc...). Replacing so much stainless junk on my boat with these bits from Gilles is a big part of how I pulled 115# off a 2000# boat. Highly recommended. These guys are the best. Oh yeah, every single project has come in on time and on or under budget.

Very helpful and patient. I took my Waverunners in for a quote but decided to hang onto them until…read morethe weather got cold again to allow them enough time to do a quality repair so I haven't seen the final work yet. The quote process was easy and pricing was fair. I will definitely come back for the actual work based on the initial service level.

VJ work schedule is all about when THEY GET READY to work on your boat. No timely execution or plan…read morefor multiple major engine projects that could not be finished on time. Their communication is broken with no information being utilized in either direction. Their pricing is predatory with additional charges, exorbitant charges added later. Mechanical work was incomplete and sloppy requiring rework. Pass through charges and transportation to work shop typical predatory, high double tap on outside work and max two way travel charges. Tech broke integral fuel line @ disassembly and wrote up complete fabrication, (lie). There is no reason to pay top dollar and be training their menial labor to train/play mechanic. Avoid this yard

Detailed, knowledgeable, provided updates timely and friendly team. Ryan is easy to work with and…read moresaved me from my previous hellacious mechanic boatyard experience that messed my boat up with nothing but issue after issue for 7 months with no end insight and no plan to correct their mistakes. Thanks Ryan! You can't go wrong with PPM!

Ryan did an over the top job dialing in my wakeboard boat for the summer. He exceeded my…read moreexpectations regarding service and did it in a timely manor! Not only do they do a killer job and are knowledgeable BUT they now also carry my fav detailing products (BOAT BLING)! Thanks Guys!