Finding used boat parts shouldn't take all summer
One broadcast. Every marine salvage yard hears it. Answers in seconds.
The same voice network that's located 15,000+ auto parts — now for boats. Join the conference line, describe your marine part in plain language, and every salvage yard on the line responds live.
Why marine salvage needs a network — not another listing site
Why marine parts can't be searched — only asked
Parts in Demand
Outboard motors & powerheads · Sterndrives & outdrives · Inboard marine engines · Lower units & gearcases · Trim & tilt assemblies · Marine electronics & GPS · Propellers & prop shafts · Fuel systems & fuel tanks · Gauges & instrument clusters · Hull hardware & deck fittings
Frequently Asked Questions
What used boat parts can I find on the marine parts hotline?
Outboard motors and powerheads, sterndrive and outdrive assemblies, inboard marine engines, lower units, trim and tilt systems, marine electronics (fishfinders, GPS, radar), gauges and instrument clusters, propellers, fuel systems, hull hardware, and deck fittings. Common makes include Mercury, Yamaha, Volvo Penta, Evinrude, Johnson, MerCruiser, OMC, Crusader, Honda Marine, and Suzuki Marine. The network handles everything from a $150 water pump impeller to a $15,000 used outboard motor.
How does a marine parts hotline work?
You join a shared voice conference line with marine salvage yards, boat dismantlers, and marine parts dealers. When you need a part — a lower unit for a Mercury 150, a Mercruiser sterndrive Alpha One Gen II — you key up and describe it in plain language. Every dealer on the line hears your request at the same time. The first salvage yard with the part responds live. Average response time on our proven auto parts network: 2 seconds.
How much does the marine parts hotline cost?
Flat monthly membership. No per-search fees, no commissions on sales, no listing fees. A preconfigured desk phone is included with membership. At used marine engine parts prices — outboard motors, sterndrives, inboard powerplants — a single part sale covers months of membership. The network pays for itself the first time you find a boat engine part in 2 seconds instead of 2 days.
How quickly can I find used boat parts near me?
On the hotline, geographic distance matters less than you think. You broadcast once and every marine salvage operation on the network hears you — whether they're at a coastal yard in Florida, a lake marina in Minnesota, or a boat dismantler in Texas. Parts ship nationwide. But for buyers who need local pickup, the network includes salvage yards in every major boating region: Gulf Coast, Atlantic seaboard, Great Lakes, and Pacific Coast.
Are used marine parts safe and reliable?
Used marine salvage parts are widely used across the boating industry. Outboard motors, sterndrives, and inboard engines are built to withstand harsh saltwater and freshwater environments, so quality used components have significant life remaining. On the hotline, you talk directly to the salvage yard — ask about hours on the motor, freshwater vs. saltwater use, compression numbers, and condition. That live conversation gives you more information than any online listing ever could.
How is this different from buying used boat parts on eBay or Craigslist?
Three differences. First, reach: one broadcast hits every marine salvage yard on the network simultaneously, not just whoever happened to list something. Second, verification: when a dealer responds, they're looking at the part and can answer your questions in real time — hours on the motor, saltwater exposure, whether the lower unit has been submerged. Third, expertise: you're talking to marine salvage professionals who know interchange and compatibility, not random sellers. They'll tell you if a Mercury 200 EFI powerhead fits your 175 block.
What boat and marine engine makes are most common on the network?
The most frequently sourced makes are Mercury (including Mercruiser sterndrive), Yamaha, Volvo Penta, Evinrude, and Johnson (OMC). Also well-represented: Crusader, Honda Marine, Suzuki Marine, and Mercruiser inboard/outboard systems. These cover the vast majority of powerboats on US waterways. Whether you need used outboard motor parts for a 1990s Johnson or a late-model Yamaha four-stroke, the network has salvage yards that specialize in each brand.
Is the marine parts network live now?
We're building the marine and boat parts network now. The core technology is proven — 500+ salvage yards, 15,000+ part requests, and 2-second response time in our auto parts network. There are roughly 200-500 marine salvage operations across the US, a smaller but severely underserved market with no dominant parts locator platform. Join the waitlist to get early access and help shape the network for your region.