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Busselton Marine Services provides boat sales brokerage, marine electrical installations, and vessel detailing from Busselton, Western Australia. Operated by Mark Ilich, a member of the Marine Brokers Institute of Western Australia, the business assists buyers and sellers with vessel sales, inspections, and settlements, alongside electronics setups and Seakeeper Ride installations.
Service area: Busselton and the South West region, Western Australia
Busselton Marine Services provides boat brokerage and sales representation for buyers and sellers across Western Australia. Led by Mark Ilich, a member of the Marine Brokers Institute of Western Australia, the brokerage manages transactions from initial consultation to final settlement. Representation covers powerboats, cruisers, and sailing catamarans, assisting clients through marketing, price negotiations, inspections, sea trials, trust account settlements, and coordination of finance and insurance.
For boat sellers, the business handles advertising, prospective buyer enquiries, viewings, and vessel handovers. Buyers are assisted with sourcing appropriate power or sailing craft, evaluating onboard mechanical and electrical systems, and arranging vessel relocations or holding pen facilities.
Alongside vessel brokerage, Busselton Marine Services operates a dedicated marine electrical workshop handling system setups, complete rewiring, refurbishments, and networked digital switching:
To assist owners in maintaining vessel presentation for personal use or market preparation, boat cleaning and detailing services are offered. Work covers full exterior washdowns, topside and hull machine polishing, stainless-steel care, and the cleaning and restoration of vessel clears.
Busselton Marine Services operates from Bensted Way in Busselton, assisting clients throughout Geographe Bay, Dunsborough, Port Geographe, and the broader South West region. Consultations for boat listings, purchasing advice, or electrical and electronic installations can be arranged directly by telephone or email.
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