Trade-In
What's Your Boat Worth? Get Your Trade-In Value
Thinking about upgrading? Get a free, no-obligation trade-in value estimate on your current boat.
Sell or Trade Your Boat in Southwest Florida
Fish Tale Boats has been Southwest Florida's trade-in authority for decades, with showrooms in Fort Myers, Naples, and Bonita Springs. As an authorized Robalo, Chaparral, and Premier Pontoons dealer (and a Grady-White dealer in Fort Myers and Bonita Springs), we take trades on every make and model — then put that value straight toward your next boat. Submit your details below to find out what your boat is worth.
Not buying your next boat from us right now? You can list it with our brokerage instead — we market it, field the buyer calls and handle the title work.
How It Works
Four Simple Steps
Submit Your Boat Details
Fill out the form below with your boat's make, model, year, engine type, and overall condition.
We Evaluate Your Vessel
Our experienced team researches current market data and comparable sales to prepare your estimate.
Receive Your Valuation
We'll contact you within 24-48 hours about your boat valuation.
Upgrade to Your Dream Boat
Apply your trade-in value toward any new boat in our inventory. Simple, seamless, done.
Advantages
Why Trade With Fish Tale
Top Dollar Offers
We aggressively price trade-ins to earn your business.
24-48 Hour Turnaround
Fast valuations so you can make timely decisions.
No Obligation
Your estimate comes with zero pressure, guaranteed.
Seamless Process
We handle the paperwork and title transfers.
Reduce Taxes
Take advantage of your trade's value to reduce your tax on a new boat purchase.
Get Started
Submit Your Boat for Valuation
Prefer to talk to someone? Call us directly.
(239) 463-4448Trade-In Questions, Answered
How long does it take to get my boat's trade-in value?
We'll contact you within 24-48 hours about your boat valuation, so you can make timely decisions.
What information do I need to submit for a trade-in valuation?
Your boat's make, model, year, engine type, and overall condition. Our experienced team then researches current market data and comparable sales to prepare your estimate.
Am I obligated to trade in my boat after I get a valuation?
No. Your estimate comes with zero pressure and no obligation.
Does trading in my boat reduce the sales tax on my new boat?
Yes. In Florida you can take advantage of your trade's value to reduce the tax on a new boat purchase — you only pay tax on the difference.
What kinds of boats does Fish Tale take on trade?
We take trades on every make and model. As an authorized Grady-White, Robalo, Chaparral, and Premier Pontoons dealer, we put that value straight toward your next boat.
Who handles the paperwork and title transfer?
We do. We handle the paperwork and title transfers as part of the trade-in process.
Ready to Find Your Dream Boat?
Visit one of our three Southwest Florida locations for a personal consultation and sea trial. Our team is standing by to help you make the best decision for your family.