
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Hours, brands, financing, dockage, storage and service across our three Northern Michigan locations.
General
The hours vary seasonally at all 3 Irish Boat Shop locations. We are currently open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. During the summer season we are also open on Saturdays from 9am to 2pm.
No, we do not rent boats but there are several companies in the area that offer rentals.
Buying a Boat
We are a new boat dealer for Boston Whaler, Chaparral, Nautique, J/Boats, Zodiac, Sunfish, Sol, Zest and Pardo Yachts.
Yes, Irish Boat Shop has access to multiple lending sources to help our customers arrange financing terms.
Yes, we work with an insurance broker at Irish Boat Shop to help our customers secure the best coverage for their needs.
We offer test drives on all of our models. Reach out to your sales representative to arrange the details.
All of the new boats that Irish Boat Shop sells come with a factory backed warranty that will vary based on brand.
Yes, Irish Boat Shop has a large selection of pre-owned boats to choose from.
Yes, when you purchase a boat from Irish Boat Shop our administrative professionals will take care of your Michigan title and registration or your Coast Guard documentation.
Selling & Trading
Irish Boat Shop has an experienced team of professional brokers that can help you sell your boat.
Yes, Irish Boat Shop will take trades of all kinds.
Dockage & Storage
Irish Boat Shop offers in water slips in both Harbor Springs and Charlevoix. The slips are in high demand and are typically booked seasonally. We also offer limited transient dockage in both Harbor Springs and Charlevoix. Please reach out to our dockage manager, John Kunitzer, for details at jpkunitzer@irishboatshop.com.
Our dockage facilities in both Harbor Springs and Charlevoix offer laundry, restrooms, showers and a boaters lounge.
Irish Boat Shop offers both heated and cold storage at all of our locations.
Service & Ownership
Yes, we have technicians that are certified in every brand that we sell.
Yes, Irish Boat Shop wants our clients to enjoy their boating to the fullest and can help newer operators learn the ropes with their new boat.
Yes, boats kept in Northern Michigan will need to be winterized. The exact procedure will vary based on the options on your boat. Speak to our service department and they can provide all the details.
Annual maintenance requirements will vary based on exact make and model of your boat and engine but typically include new fluids and filters and new impellers. Our service department can provide the exact requirements for your boat.