Find Out What Your Boat Is Worth Today
Chessie Marine bases every trade value on current J.D. Powers data, then confirms it with a hands-on inspection from our marine team, serving boaters across the Chesapeake Bay region from our Elkton, Maryland location. Tell us about your boat below and we will follow up with a straightforward trade value.
A Trade Value You Can Trust
Our team combines J.D. Powers benchmarks with real world knowledge of the Chesapeake boating market so your trade value reflects what your boat is actually worth.
J.D. Powers Backed
Every quote starts with current J.D. Powers values for your make, model, and year, so you get a benchmark grounded in real market data.
Fast Turnaround
Submit your boat details once and our team will follow up quickly with next steps rather than leaving you waiting on a response.
Experienced Marine Team
Our staff has spent decades working with pontoons, wake boats, and cruisers across the Chesapeake, so your trade is reviewed by people who know boats.
How Trading In Your Boat Works
A simple, four step process from submission to a confirmed trade value.
Submit Your Details
Fill out the boat and contact information form below with your boat and engine specifications.
We Review Your Boat
Our team checks your information against current J.D. Powers values for your make and model.
Receive Your Estimate
We follow up with an initial trade value and answer any questions about the process.
Confirm In Person
Bring your boat in for a brief inspection so we can confirm your final trade value.
Get Your Trade Value
Tell us about your boat and how to reach you, and our team will follow up with your J.D. Powers based trade value.
Common Questions About Trading In Your Boat
A few things boaters often ask before submitting their trade information.
Do I need to bring my boat in for an estimate?
We can provide an initial trade value from the details you submit, then confirm the final number with a brief in-person inspection at our Elkton, Maryland location.
How is my trade value calculated?
We start with current J.D. Powers data for your make, model, and year, then adjust for condition, engine hours, and installed equipment.
What if I still owe money on my boat?
Our team can walk you through how an existing loan balance is handled as part of your trade toward a new or pre-owned boat.
How long does the process take?
Most boaters hear back with an initial trade value within a few business days of submitting the form above.