Shy Beaver Boat Center
4.6 (58)
18605 Raystown Rd, James Creek, PA 16657
(814) 658-3777
shybeaver.com
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Lea Berkheimer
a week ago
Purchased our new boat last week with Dwayne and Enzo! We had such a great experience. We felt so welcomed and so understood. Any questions they had, they had the answers, or got the answers for us. They treated us well, and with respect. Loved doing business with them!
Taylor Ecker
a month ago
Drove over 6 hours and 250+ miles to buy a tritoon from Shy Beaver Boat Center. They had A+ customer service from the first inquiry to hooking the boat up to our truck! I d recommend them 100 times over, and would gladly return if we bought another in the future! Dwayne (the salesperson) showed us everything on the boat, and the tech and mechanic were there as well for any questions regarding the motor or electronics. I d give more than 5 stars if I could!
Eric Naibert
11 months ago
I am a first time boat owner. I stopped in here by accident looking for some clevis pins to secure my trailer safety chains on to my truck. The place up the street where I just bought the boat let me leave for a two hour drive back to Maryland with no trailer lights or safety chains connected or any basic advice on trailering the boat (like not being able to back up the trailer without a pin to lock the brake actuator- who knew?). The man who helped me at Shy Beaver knew. He was extremely nice and patient with me. He taught me a lot and I think he genuinely wanted to see me leave there safe. After getting my chains hooked up He even pieced my wiring together so it worked. He wouldn t even let me pay him. I really owe him more than I can write here. It turns out he was the Business Manager. Enzo Marin thank you very much for your help.
Lisa Ansell
4 years ago
We absolutely love our new Avalon tritoon. Enzo was very professional and not pushy at all. He replies very promptly to any questions we have. Enzo and the president are mainly who we dealt with and they were very friendly and helpful. Upon delivery, we had some damage on the bottom of our boat trailer along with some a lighting harness. Our only disappointment was that the boat was not delivered with a full tank of gas. The only other suggestion I'd have is that this boat center start using electronic documents for signing purposes-business would be even more popular. Would definitely recommend this dealership to others.
Crystal Spencer
7 months ago
They are all about customer service until you have the boat in your possession. Warranty issues are a joke. Definitely will not use them again nor recommend them to anyone in the market for a boat.
Melissa Johnson
7 months ago
We were experiencing battery issues while trying to get on the lake. We took the boat to the boat center, they checked the battery and we were able to get a new one right there. They saved the day!
Rob Lammey
2 years ago
My wife and I have bought our second boat ever and bought them both from shy beaver! We jumped up from a bow rider to a cabin cruiser. Love the boat!! The whole crew there is awesome! Enzo and Joe were great as usual to work with! They both make sure your happy with your purchase and service of understanding the boat and getting anything you need fixed. The technicians are great also George is so helpful!!
Sandra Lee
a year ago
I LOVE THIS PLACE. Bought a pontoon from them in 2019. Sold that for a used Crownline cabin cruiser so we could stay on the lake, and they serviced that boat without question. We now have a trailerable houseboat that needed a new outboard engine. Enzo and the employees at Shy Beaver stepped up in a manner that I have never experienced. They have never turned us away!!!ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!
barbara butler
a year ago
We recently became Shy Beaver customers for our second boat. The experience was night and day compared to where we purchased our first boat. So glad to be done with that dealership. We ve had a wonderful experience here and highly recommend!!
Sandi Oberle
6 years ago
Our recent experience with Shy Beaver Boats was great! Everyone we worked with did a great job. They were very friendly, professional and knowledgeable and took the time to answer all of our questions and concerns. If you are looking to buy a boat you couldn't pick a better boat center to work with. We are really enjoying our new Crownline boat.
Ray Prescott
7 years ago
I drove 230 miles to buy from Shy Beaver. Their knowledge of the Avalon pontoons coupled with very competitive pricing started the buying process. They kept me informed throughout the build process and took extra time to educate me on the workings of the boat. Excellent follow up after taking the boat home. Special thanks to Enzo and Joe. I'm definitely going back to Shy Beaver for my next boat.
Rachel s
3 years ago
We would absolutely buy another boat from them again! Everyone was so helpful!! Thank you Enzo for your time, knowledge and patience with us!! I love how they didn t just throw any boat at us, they found the perfect one for us! Plus being first time boat buyers they took us to the lake and showed us everything we needed to know! They also knew every question we asked! Absolutely love this place 100%!!!!
Falcon 91
6 years ago
A big thanks to Tony and shy beaver. We have been looking at boats for some time and we couldn t make up our minds. Tony was always very helpful and never pressured us unlike a lot of places we looked at. He was very straight forward and never tried selling me the bigger boat than I need . Heck he even took us on the lake when it was 30 degrees out so we could test it before we bought it. Very straight forward pricing not a bunch of hidden costs. Buying a boat is a big purchase and I can t thank them enough for being patient and helping us every step of the way! They earned another lifetime customer and I couldn t be more happy. Thanks guys!!
Aaron Turchak
6 years ago
My wife and I traded our pontoon and purchased a 2018 Avalon LSZ 2485 Elite Windshield Model tri-toon from Shy Beaver. The majority of contact was with Enzo, but everyone we talked to was kind and helped however they could. Enzo is very knowledgeable about the boats and helped us to understand anything we had questions or concerns about which made it feel like we were in the right hands. He never pressured one way or another, never talked bad about any competitors or their products, and showed us a wide range of options so we could make the best decision. It helped greatly that their reputation of taking care of customers after the sale is well known and we've already seen that care in less than a week of owning it. The boat itself looks amazing and rides like nothing else we've been on. Truly a pleasant experience from start to finish and I would encourage anyone considering making the purchase to stop in and see the difference that we've seen. We can't wait to enjoy the 2018 summer and beyond on the boat of our dreams. Thanks again to Enzo and everyone at Shy Beaver Boat Center for an easy and enjoyable experience.
Patti Jones
2 years ago
We have been customers of shy beaver boat center for a couple years, we couldn't be happier to find a place that provides quality service with everything they offer from essentials (Thank you Stacey) to boat maintenance (Thank you Dan) to purchasing a new boat ( Thank you Duane and Enzo)! A piece of mind takes boating season to the highest level
Hartman Builds PA
9 months ago
Stopped in with some questions about a problem I was having with my boat. The guys at the service desk went above and beyond to help me out. Got some good advice, ill be back for sure!
Rich Flammer
6 years ago
Great place to have work performed on your boat. My wife & I had our 23 ft. Crownline service there & were always pleased with the service & the cost. We left boating for a number of years but are looking to purchase another boat soon. We trust shy beaver, a pleasure to deal with them.
Carl Snare
3 years ago
My wife and i recently bought a used pontoon from shy beaver. We worked with duane the salesman and Enzo the business manager.super nice guys, no pressure at all told them our budget and they delivered with a boat well under what we told them. My next boat will also come from shy beaver!
Rich Rein
6 years ago
Shy Beaver Boat Center is place to go if you're looking for your first boat.They were very informative no pressure and very patient answered all our questions that we had and was very reasonable with the prices Enzo was our sales representative he want beyond what it takes to make a sale he stayed in contact with� us the whole time. Enzo thanks for all your help looking forward to doing more business during our ownership of our new 2018 Avalon pontoon boat ypu have our vote for employee of the monthThanks againRich & Bethann
alex pell-kline
9 months ago
Shy beaver boat center best in the area staff is always helpful and respond quickly. True experts in the boating world.
Chris G
6 years ago
We presently do not have a boat. We are looking to possibly purchase a boat. We do not know if we want a 'hulled' boat or a pontoon boat. This website makes it very difficult to even consider their boats because everything is "CALL FOR PRICE." I do not want to talk to anybody as I can look up information online about the model and brand of boat. I just want to get ideas of what they have and how much they are selling them for.
Russell Pearson
5 years ago
Great buying experience at shy beaver! Enzo was great to deal with. Very fair and helpful. Would recommend to anyone looking to purchase a new boat. Thanks Enzo!
Nicole Beck
7 years ago
Absolutely the BEST!!! Can't say enough good about the people working here....No hassles, Honest and NO slamming of competitors. We purchased a boat elsewhere and traded it here when we were ready to upgrade...we only wish we had made our prior purchase here!!!
Ken
6 years ago
Everyone at Shy Beaver Boat Center does a fantastic job of taking care of customers. We bought our new boat here and could not be happier with every aspect of the sale and after.
Shaun Mccaulley
6 years ago
Worked with Enzo and was very helpful...they took good care of me i bought a new 23'ft.pontoon boat and trailer from them,then had their service dept.add some stuff to the boat for me.....would recommend them to anyone looking for a boat or accessories!
Keria Gibson
6 years ago
Great place to buy a boat. They are very friendly and Enzo answered all of our questions being a first time boat owner. Would highly recommend them to anyone in the market for a boat.
Fernando Marin
4 months ago
Very nice
Samantha
4 years ago
Excellent customer service. Great selection of boats. Honest and straightforward.
chris shope
3 years ago
Will never go anywhere else for my marine needs. If you need a boat, call Enzo. He will go above and beyond to get you in a boat.
bradley ellenberger
9 months ago
Everything for boating, I get my service work done their.