Crosswinds Boating Center Dealer Score: 89
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Customer Experience at Crosswinds Boating Center
Crosswinds Boating Center, located at 565 Farrington Road in Apex, North Carolina, has garnered positive feedback from its customers. With a 4.4-star rating based on 126 reviews, patrons frequently commend the friendly and helpful staff. For instance, one reviewer mentioned, "Friendly, helpful staff. Reasonably priced way to have some fun." Another customer shared, "Very friendly staff and reasonably priced! It's close to campgrounds, beaches on the lake and fishing." These testimonials highlight the dealership's commitment to customer satisfaction and its welcoming environment.
Inventory and Offerings at Crosswinds Boating Center
Crosswinds Boating Center specializes in a variety of boating services and rentals. They offer pontoon boat rentals, as well as kayak and paddleboard rentals, catering to different watercraft preferences. The dealership provides boat storage solutions, including four floating docks equipped with running water and 110V courtesy power. Additionally, they have three fenced boat storage lots and one fenced trailer lot, with limited covered storage available. For fueling needs, Crosswinds Boating Center operates a gas dock offering ethanol-free gasoline, the only such facility on the water. While specific details about new or used boat sales and the brands they carry are not explicitly mentioned on their website, their comprehensive services suggest a focus on enhancing the boating experience for their customers.
Services and Features at Crosswinds Boating Center
The dealership offers a range of services to support boaters:
- Boat Rentals: Pontoon boats, kayaks, and paddleboards are available for rent, providing options for various water activities.
- Boat Storage: They provide both covered and uncovered storage options, with a waitlist for covered spaces.
- Maintenance and Repairs: Through Boatworks, owned and operated by Steve and Rose Heberly, they offer regular maintenance, winterization, fiberglass work, major and minor repairs, and accessory installations.
- Convenience Store: On-site, the store offers ice, drinks, snacks, and bait, catering to the needs of boaters.
- Public Boat Ramp: Accessible to the public, with fees varying by day and season.
- Gas Dock: Provides ethanol-free gasoline, ensuring quality fuel for boats.
While specific details about trade-ins, consignment options, test drives, or Boat-Alert.com history reports for used boats are not provided, the dealership's comprehensive services indicate a customer-focused approach.
Certifications and Industry Recognition
The website does not specify whether Crosswinds Boating Center holds certifications such as the MRAA Certified Marine Industry Dealer. However, their extensive range of services and positive customer feedback suggest a commitment to industry standards and quality service.
Other Initiatives
Information regarding carbon offset programs, electric boat sales, or corporate social responsibility efforts is not available on their website. For details on such initiatives, contacting the dealership directly would be advisable.
Business Details
Crosswinds Boating Center is a locally owned and operated dealership situated in Apex, NC. Operating hours vary seasonally:
- Winter Hours (Sept 15 - April 30): Office: 10 AM - 4 PM (Monday to Friday); Gas Dock: 10 AM - 4 PM (7 days a week); Gate: 9 AM - 4 PM (7 days a week).
- Spring & Summer Hours (April 15 - Sept 14): Office: 9 AM - 5 PM (Monday to Friday); Gas Dock: 9 AM - 5 PM (7 days a week); Boat Rentals: 8:30 AM - 5 PM; Gate: 8:30 AM - 6 PM (7 days a week).
The dealership primarily operates in English.
Financing and Insurance Options
Specific details about in-house financing, partnerships with lenders, or boat insurance services are not provided on their website. For information on these options, reaching out to the dealership directly is recommended.
Boat Delivery or Transport Services
The website does not mention boat transport, delivery, or international shipping services. For inquiries about such services, contacting Crosswinds Boating Center directly would be advisable.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of boats are available for rent at Crosswinds Boating Center?
They offer pontoon boat rentals, as well as kayak and paddleboard rentals.
- What are the operating hours of Crosswinds Boating Center?
Operating hours vary seasonally. For the most current information, please refer to their website or contact them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center offer boat storage?
Yes, they provide both covered and uncovered boat storage options. Covered storage spaces are currently sold out, but a waitlist is available.
- Is there a convenience store on-site?
Yes, their convenience store offers ice, drinks, snacks, and bait for boaters.
- Can I rent a boat for a day?
Yes, they offer daily rentals for pontoon boats, kayaks, and paddleboards.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center provide maintenance and repair services?
Yes, through Boatworks, they offer regular maintenance, winterization, fiberglass work, major and minor repairs, and accessory installations.
- Is there a public boat ramp available?
Yes, they have a public boat ramp with fees varying by day and season.
- What type of fuel does Crosswinds Boating Center offer?
They provide ethanol-free gasoline at their gas dock.
- How can I contact Crosswinds Boating Center?
You can reach them at 919-387-7011 or via email at CrosswindsBoatingCenter@gmail.com.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center offer boat delivery or transport services?
Information regarding boat transport, delivery, or international shipping services is not available on their website. For inquiries about such services, please contact them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center offer in-house financing or insurance options?
Specific details about in-house financing, partnerships with lenders, or boat insurance services are not provided on their website. For information on these options, please reach out to them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center hold any industry certifications?
The website does not specify whether they hold certifications such as the MRAA Certified Marine Industry Dealer. For details on their certifications, please contact them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center engage in any environmental or social initiatives?
Information regarding carbon offset programs, electric boat sales, or corporate social responsibility efforts is not available on their website. For details on such initiatives, please contact them directly.
- What languages are spoken at Crosswinds Boating Center?
The dealership primarily operates in English.
- What are the operating hours of Crosswinds Boating Center?
Operating hours vary seasonally. For the most current information, please refer to their website or contact them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center offer boat storage?
Yes, they provide both covered and uncovered boat storage options. Covered storage spaces are currently sold out, but a waitlist is available.
- Is there a convenience store on-site?
Yes, their convenience store offers ice, drinks, snacks, and bait for boaters.
- Can I rent a boat for a day?
Yes, they offer daily rentals for pontoon boats, kayaks, and paddleboards.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center provide maintenance and repair services?
Yes, through Boatworks, they offer regular maintenance, winterization, fiberglass work, major and minor repairs, and accessory installations.
- Is there a public boat ramp available?
Yes, they have a public boat ramp with fees varying by day and season.
- What type of fuel does Crosswinds Boating Center offer?
They provide ethanol-free gasoline at their gas dock.
- How can I contact Crosswinds Boating Center?
You can reach them at 919-387-7011 or via email at CrosswindsBoatingCenter@gmail.com.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center offer boat delivery or transport services?
Information regarding boat transport, delivery, or international shipping services is not available on their website. For inquiries about such services, please contact them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center offer in-house financing or insurance options?
Specific details about in-house financing, partnerships with lenders, or boat insurance services are not provided on their website. For information on these options, please reach out to them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center hold any industry certifications?
The website does not specify whether they hold certifications such as the MRAA Certified Marine Industry Dealer. For details on their certifications, please contact them directly.
- Does Crosswinds Boating Center engage in any environmental or social initiatives?
Information regarding carbon offset programs, electric boat sales, or corporate social responsibility efforts is not available on their website. For details on such initiatives, please contact them directly.
- What languages are spoken at Crosswinds Boating Center?
The dealership primarily operates in English.
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