Sell your Marine business
Florida is the heart of the U.S. marine industry. Whether you run a dealership, marina, or service yard, here’s what your marine business is worth and how to sell it on your terms.
What it’s worth
Marine valuation multiples
Marine businesses vary by type: service and repair yards commonly trade around 3–5× SDE, while dealerships and marinas are valued on EBITDA plus assets — with waterfront real estate often the largest component.
These are general, illustrative ranges for healthy businesses—not a valuation or an offer. Actual value depends on size, margins, recurring revenue, customer concentration, owner dependence, and deal structure. For a real number, request a free confidential valuation.
What drives your multiple
- Business type — dealership, marina, service/repair, or storage
- Recurring service, storage, and slip revenue
- Waterfront real estate and slip/dry-storage capacity
- Inventory and floor-plan financing (dealers)
- Skilled-technician staffing and manufacturer relationships
Who’s buying
The buyer landscape
- Marine dealership and marina consolidators active in Florida
- Strategic operators expanding locations and capacity
- Investors and operators acquiring waterfront-anchored businesses
Florida & beyond
What’s specific to selling here
- Florida’s year-round boating market drives strong, steady marine demand
- Waterfront real estate, slips, and dry storage can dominate value
- Manufacturer relationships and service capacity are key diligence items
Before you go to market
How to prepare—and lift your value
1
Grow recurring service, storage, and slip revenue
2
Clarify how waterfront real estate is valued and structured
3
Document inventory, floor-plan terms, and technician staffing
FAQ
Selling your marine business: FAQ
What is my marine business worth?
It depends on type: service and repair yards often sell for 3–5× SDE, while dealerships and marinas are valued on EBITDA plus assets — with waterfront real estate frequently the largest piece.
Who buys marine businesses in Florida?
Dealership and marina consolidators, strategic operators, and investors are active, drawn by Florida’s year-round boating market and waterfront assets.
How is my waterfront real estate handled?
Waterfront property, slips, and dry storage are often the biggest value driver. We structure whether it’s sold with the business, leased back, or sold separately.
Start here
Thinking about selling your Marine business?
Start with a confidential conversation and an honest read on your value, your likely buyers, and your timeline.