I had a great experience working with Efren Soliz while purchasing my Achilles inflatable boat. He…read morewas extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and patient with all of my questions. He also went above and beyond to help coordinate the shipping and make sure everything came together smoothly. I really appreciated his help throughout the entire process and would definitely recommend Efren!

You know, you can buy stuff from some no name company on the internet or you can work with local…read morecompanies that are Pros and know their products. These guys know their stuff and the prices are very competitive. Good job!

bought in boat running like new, but only needed impeller, He ask me how she runs, I said like a…read morewatch! He said everyone says that. should have known right then he's crooked, did work I NEVER ask for, and tried to charge $$$$$$ what a crook, liar, his own employees say he a scam

Scott installed new Susuki outboards on my Whaler - now it runs quieter and faster than ever. Plus…read morehe saved me thousands by accepting mu old two stroke engines as part of a Susuki rebate deal. Highly recommended.

From pick up to delivery, this company is right on! Affordable, done right, professional and very…read moreboat user friendly! Way to go guys! I have used local boat yards for along time, until I found The Boat Specialists! I would never use a boat yard again! They cannot compare or compete with them!

BUYERS BEWARE!!! Ive…read moreactually really wanted to write a positive review and held off since July 2025 to allow Boat Specialist to resolve all the issues Ive had with them. But today, after 6 months I'm at the end of my patience and since some of you are praising James Doer, then some of you know who manages the Service Department. I bought a brand new 2025 Ranger Tug R23 or at least I thought I did, but since there was crap in the holding tank when I received it, Im starting to think it was used. I paid for a Radar to be installed before it was delivered. When the boat was delivered to me in the Marina, immediately I discovered the radar I paid to have installed did not work. The water pump didn't work. I got 1 key when it should be 2. The holding tank had crap in it. The solar system charger didn't work. The outboard motor sat in the water in full lift and there was no bottom paint to protect it even when I paid for bottom paint to be applied to the boat. The excuse for that was the Buyer needed to ask for it...How would a Bulyer know the outboard motor wouldnt come out the water fully? The Service Dept agreed to trailer the boat back to fix the Radar and fix the water pump and all issues Ive identified and advised it can be done when the boat comes back in for the 20 hr breaking in service, which I agreed would be a good time. When it finally was picked up for service and returned 1 month later, the boat was returned but did not have the bottom paint on the outboard that I had agreed to pay additionally for. Before the boat was taken off their trailer, I spoke to James Doer who promised he would trailer it back to do the bottom paint as it should had been done before it was returned to me. So again he advised I can use my boat and then later he'll work out a time to trailer it back to finish the bottom paint that they had forgotten to have done. Few weeks later, Boat Specialist trailers my boat back to their shop to do the bottom paint on the motor and I also paid to have some service done on my Bow Thrusters and Windless Anchor... 3 weeks later my boat was returned from BS and put back into the water and as their delivery guy pushed us off from the dock, we discovered the Bow Thruster didnt work! It was supposed to be fixed, but again BS does NOT verify that repairs were actually completed. Again James Doer said he'll send a tech out in a few weeks to repair it. Yet again, I've been patient with Boat Specialist. I waited for the tech to come out and they did repair the Bow Thruster several weeks later. Just as I thought every issue had been resolved, there's more. What's the problem now? I just learned the 20 hr break-in service that was supposed to have been done the first time Boat Specialist trailered my boat back to fix the Radar and other issues was never done! My boat is at its 50 hr service alert and I now discovered Boat Specialist never did the 20 hr break-in. Is it fair from the multiple instances where this Service Department failed to complete work that they were suppose to do for me to say that the people managing it has FAILED and do not give a rip for our boats in their shop? I have asked that Boat Specialist do the right thing, but as he claimed that theres no written record that I asked for the 20 hr service to be done, he has decided to not recall that we spoke on the phone that I wanted the 20 hr break-in service...today he just conveniently forgot that request was made because he forgot to have it done months ago and returned my boat anyways. If the Service Department's performance is any measure of how Boat Specialist ensures their product is quality and their service is aimed to satisfy customers, then they have failed at least me... If I am that one unlucky person to have the WORST experience dealing with them... I whole heartedly hope you will not be the next. Or perhaps I am one of many... BUYER BEWARE!!!! GOOD LUCK. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND. Dont let the charm and smiles fool you.

So kind and personable. He was the only one who called back on the suggestion list from the RV park…read morewhen our heater broke . Although he quoted more before coming , he was so honest and charged less in the end when it was not a parts issue. He was accommodating to come later in day although it probably Made his job harder in the dark. He came later because we wanted to take the kids to the museum. He cared to ask whether we are for the area and gave suggestions of places to visit=rather than just wham Bam thank you ma'am business and fixing only on his mind. He is so nice and feels like a family friend after the visit. I would for sure recommend him. Honest and he fixed the issue. Really clean and complete work truck with all the parts . So professional but down to earth .

Mr. Lavender was knowledgeable, professional, punctual and personable. He was able to quickly…read morediagnose and repair a water issue and an electrical issue with my motorhome. He is a good communicator and kept me informed of the status of the special parts that had to be ordered. I would not hesitate to use his services again.

Wayne knows his stuff! He returned my call right away and was able to diagnose my engine issue in a…read morematter of minutes

In November 2023, David started knocking on our door, wanting to service our trailer. He had worked…read morewith his Dad a year before as a helper when we had the axles serviced. He stated that he was taking over for his Dad, of the same name, who had since retired. Even though I didn't need service at that time, I finally agreed to allow him to pack the wheel bearings on our fifth wheel trailer. When he showed up to do the work, he asked me for an advice so he could buy parts, since his Uncle's trailer parts store in Ventura required him to pay cash. That was one of three cash advances over the next three days as the job kept expanding. I allowed him to completely replace all of the brakes and bearings on our 5th wheel Solitude. Cost was $2,450. Cash.During our first trip out there was zero braking even though I tried setting the gain up to 10. After that I tried another trip just to get some miles on the rig to break in the brakes and still no noticeable braking. I then contacted David, and he stated that the brakes are "pre adjusted" from the factory but maybe he should have checked them, but that he would come and take a look at it the next morning at 10 AM. I had the rig ready for him to be worked on the next morning, but he never showed up. I tried calling him that day, as well over the next several days. He never answered the phone. I continued over the next six months, never answered the phone. I am a 78-year old veteran, and even though I still love to camp, I am unable to work on my rig. I had other service try to adjust the brakes but they were never safely functional. After two cancelled trips I finally had a reputable RV shop replace all of the bearings and brakes at a cost of $2300. They worked perfectly after being completely replaced by H&H in Saticoy. Recently, David has coerced Yelp to remove all of the negative reviews concerning his past behavior. My review from 2024 is one of them. I am re-posting it here because my terrible experience hasn't changed: Note: The multiple other negative Yelp reviews that were also removed shared the same experiences of services not rendered, or not done properly.

Do Not use this guy!! He will not finish the job but will take all your money upfront saying it is…read moreto purchase the supplies and never finish - I paid in advance and should have known better.

Craig and team came to our home in Newbury Park to detail our boat. I was wondering if $400 was too…read moremuch after my husband set the appointment up. No, $400 is not too much! They were on time, worked tirelessly for hours and they knew exactly what they were doing. Our 20' boat looks absolutely brand new! I truly did not think this was even possible. I feel we actually got a bargain. Craig says he started this business 10 years ago and they do all sizes of boats, ocean or lake. We are extremely satisfied and very pleased with the professional work and the polite, friendly personality they displayed. I wish I had a before photo, but trust me, our boat has had the makeover of a lifetime. Look no further if your boat wants detailing. This business is the real deal. Thank you Craig and team, you are awesome!

Craig and his team did an excellent job detailing my boat. He also did an amazing job varnishing…read moreour Teak wood. Craig was always available by phone, and answered my questions thoroughly.

I was having problems with my tender and my trailer bearings and elite handled it on the spot and…read moregot me back in the water for parade of lights. Thanks guys