About Reo Marine - Southern Maine Boat Dealer and Marine Store
Q. How long have you been in the boat business? How did your business get its start?
Rich Reo has been in the boat business since 1980, and has welcomed his daughter, Stephanie into the business as an active partner. From building and servicing boats to creating his own company, Rich had always wanted to create a high-quality, trusted boat service dealership, where people could feel that their best interests were always in mind.
Q. Where are you located?
Reo Marine is in South Portland, Maine, conveniently located off the east end of Broadway, near Spring Point, Bug Light, and Southern Maine Community College. Reo Marine boasts the largest heated indoor boat showroom in Southern Maine at 14,000 square feet, on a parcel of 5 acres utilized for sales, service and storage.
Q. What does your business offer? What are your services and specialties?
- Boat Sales
- Four major engine brands
- Mercury
- Mercruiser
- Volvo
- Yamaha
- Complete mechanical services for the power boat industry
- Factory-trained technicians
- Fully equipped, heated large-bay service shop
- Custom installation of electronics
- Winter storage packages
- Full-line accessory store for all boaters
Q. What do you foresee for your business in the next five years?
REO Marine is committed to servicing our customers in a way that exceeds their expectations. We annually review ways to improve our showroom, sales offices, service facility, and service yard, while acting like good neighbors – with honest talk, promises we keep and boats we're proud to sell.
Q. What advice would you offer to customers?
Price is important, and service is King. Look for a dealer that can service the boat well after the sale. Reo Marine is committed to doing just that. Our mission is to help you enjoy boating as much as we do for year to come. We want you and your family on the water making memories that will last a lifetime.
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