What Our Customers Are Saying
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Sue Candler
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We purchased a Tracker 40th anniversary edition last year. The timeline on receiving the boat was quite frustrating. BUT, Tim was our salesman. We can't say enough good things about him. We've had a few little issues since taking possession of the boat, but Tim has been wonderful and guided us through and gone above and beyond working it all out. He has definitely made us Teds Boatarama fans!
Shannon OHara-Webster -
Their service department is beyond excellent. My local boat shops wouldn't even look at my old Bayliner with a volvo outdrive. I had attempted to do some repairs myself and messed them up and thought some bearings needed replaced. The mechanics went right to work on it. Fixed what I messed up and determined that my bearings were fine. They could have done the extra work to make money, but that's not how they run their business. I figured it would take several weeks to get my boat back, but 6 days later they called me and told me I could come get it. I may live 70 miles away, but they definitely will have my business from now on. Thanks for getting back on the water!
Wes Nicholson -
I just boat my first new boat from here. Tim and the rest of the crew was very nice and was exceptionally helpful. I got the boat home and my wife loved it, as this was the first she had seen it in person. I hope to do many years worth of business with you guys and gals.
Thanks again.John Shores -
People who work there are very helpful! They stayed an extra 2 hours after business hours to help with boat trailer lights that weren't working. Super friendly and helpful! Wouldn't hesitate to do business there in the future.
Barbara McLarnand -
Traded in a couple blown 115 outboards on a rebuilt 90. Treated me right and it's still rocking with zero problems after 8 seasons!
Shane Powers -
Have been to other local boat shops that raped me on labor. Ted's treated me right.
Jason Loyd -
Just last week some friends and I took a fishing trip down to Lake Rathbun while down there we found out that my brand new boat from a year ago was leaking water in well we finished up our fishing trip okay but when we got done I called the dealer where I bought the boat new which is Ted's boatarama in Rock Island illinois they told me to bring the boat down and they would take a look at it so I did just this morning on Wednesday and after about an hour's time we found out that the boat had been damaged purposely by somebody drilling a hole in the bottom of it I thought this was going to cost me a bundle as it was not their fault but they absolutely charged me nothing which I thought was really nice of them and I would recommend doing business with them to any friends of mine that is Ted's Boatarama in Rock Island Illinois. -John Gansen
Jennifer Puetz -
Had exactly what I needed!
Rich Ehen -
Haven't been here in a while but have had my inboard service to your staff is friendly and customer service is great prices aren't all that bad and work is professional quality
D J -
Very friendly place, free fresh popcorn, and they offer all kinds of service, they even know a guy who can fix boat covers, its a true one stop shop.
Rob Davis -
Verry helpful people right up to the owner
Ronald Steenhoek -
I want to thank Joel and the Parts/Service Department for all there help. You can call them or go in there with what you think might be a big problem and they just get it taken care of for you. Thank you once again for all your help. I highly recommend Ted's Boatarama for all your boating needs!
Rob Henry -
Fixed my outboard motor quickly and for a reasonable price.
David Crockett -
Great place quick turn around on repairs!
David McCullough -
I'm thankful we have a marine store in the Quad Cities that continually solves my boating issues. Ted's Boatarama, for over thirty years, has always had trained staff available to help me with a range of needs from getting more speed to completing a tricky installation of a Minn Kota Talon for anchoring the stern of my duck boat from blowing around in high winds. Joel, in sales, and Rick, the service manager, figured out the solution for anchoring the duck boat. Also, Julie and Jeff, in parts and accessories, always seem to have "in stock" exactly what I need at the time. Boating has been much more enjoyable over the last several decades because of Ted's Boatarama.
Randy Pribyl -
Thank you so much! Ty in Parts was able to get me the part i need to get my charter business back up and running. No other shop in North America had this part and it has been discontinued for years now. I cannot thank you enough! Any parts i need in the future will be ordered from Teds! Thank you Ty!
Andrew ODonnell -
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Sherry Umlah -
Had a small issue with a trailer. They went out of their way to contact me to make sure I was okay. They went above and beyond to make me happy
kevin boge -
Amazing people, amazing boats, amazing service, AMAZING DEALERSHIP! If you need to buy parts, have something worked on or repaired and especially need to buy a boat THIS IS THE DEALERSHIP YOU NEED TO GO TO
Shaun Askelson -
I live in Nevada and Needed a part that was no longer made. Ted's Boatarama was wonderful. Connor, Julie and Jeff were amazing. They were all so helpful and knowledgeable. What a great experience. Thank you so much.
Robin Plummer -
I live in FL, Teds is the only shop in all of North America that had the part i need for my boat i would give 10 stars if i could. Thank you so much!
Stephanie ODonnell -
Commercial truck driving across country with a sailboat, we had a tire blow about 30min out annnd lights on trailer stopped about 3hours out. Googled and called these guys up while 2hours away they said stop on by and let's see if we can help you out. Just to say had called 2 shops before this and one said noon the next day, the other never answered. We pulled into their place and before the truck came to a complete stop these guys were out the door and headed to the trailer. Then set out to WORK. The lady inside was helping another guy try and find us a tire and was literally jogging to and from the trailer. Another guy was working on the wiring. Meanwhile a guy in a freakin boatcar pulled up. He didn't have anything to do with the shop but that was cool. Then ANOTHER guy comes out, sees one of the caps of the tire hurries inside to get and and places it on like no big deal. Not only were they friendly they were fast! Got us back in the road in maybe 45 min, closer to 30. It was like nascar pitstop for boat trailers. If you're in the area, or a days drive, it's worth it, I promise! Thanks yall
Christine Garcia -
Excellent boat dealership with great service!
Kenneth Muldoon -
Great service and repairs priced right...
Jeff Latham -
They were recommended to me by other boaters and they have never let me down. If I need anything I visit Ted's first! They have boats and supplies plus great service.
Curt Rowen -
Purchased a new Tracker 190tx. Joel was my salesman. He worked with me and my bank. Joel was great and helped me with upgrade equipment for the boat. The shop did a professional job with instillation and explaining answers to my questions. Everyone treated me with me with respect. I felt my deal was fair. This isn't my first boat. Thanks Ted's.
Wes Shutt -
everyone is always kind and helpful.
Sherie Ohrstrom -
Had the boat winterized. Dropped it off and less than 24hrs I had it back!
Ron Stone -
The employees are very helpful and informative about their products and services! Highly recommended business that stands behind their work.
Tim Mccombs -
Friendly staff very willing to help
Jason Hess -
We had a problem with our battery with a new Tracker purchase. They got us right in on a Saturday morning, made sure everything was good to go & replaced the battery! Excellent customer service even when it was 100 degrees out!
Amy Brockert -
Absolutely great boat buying experience. Hands on test on the Mississippi topped anything offered by other dealers.
Bill Miller -
Great place to shop and have your boat serviced. Honest folks and fair prices.
wes nicholson -
Always have been treated good here. Everyone is very friendly and willing to help
Greg Kirchgessner -
Great service and staff treats you like family. They care about you before and after the sale. Highly recommed you check them out.
Brian Prybil -
They care about your boat and treat you like family.
Brian Prybil -
Tim was very helpful and knowledgeable about almost every kind of boat made.
Andrew Smith -
Got everything I need and more!
Bob Wrage -
Always friendly, very good selection
M S -
Very Very helpful, I will drive from Iowa City Anytime for there customer service.
Jonathan Koutek -
Great experience, large selection of boats and accessories. Very friendly staff.
Dan Schroeder -
Great help in service
michael carlson -
Great service and knowledge
jim hill -
Staff is very knowledgeable
Mike Overturf -
friendly, quick, good customer service, and reasonable rates.
Steven Stanchuk -
Service is excellent, fantastic customer service!
Edward Rooney -
Very helpful
James Auliff -
Very nice people excellent work
James Downey -
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Best Boats in the worldBradley Hamilton -
Service was great along with the employees
Hunter Pieper -
friendly, quick, good customer service, and reasonable rates.
Steven Stanchuk -
Great place. Friendly staff. Bought a 30 hp Evinrude from Jim. Great guy, very knowledgeable. Willing to work with you. Got what I was looking for. Treated me very well and fair. Great salesman, couldn't have asked for a better one. Answered all my questions even ones I didn't think of yet.
Nicholas Tuthill -
Jim and crew did an excellent job getting us back out on the water with my son's new 2 hp Mercury. Thanks everyone for your excellent customer service!!!
Jason Erwin, Muscatine, IOWA -
Found Teds Boatarama on the net. From first contact I was impressed with everyone I spoke to. Drove over an hour and a half because of the people I spoke with. Very down to earth and extremely willing to answer questions. Very helpful when we showed up to look at a boat prior to purchase and after buying as well. Every one involved in the process (over 5) was very friendly! Great dealership, shop, and showroom! Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a boat or service work. 5 stars all the way! Special thanks to Jim and Tim.
There are no stupid questionsMark Shaulis, Oregon, IL
honest dealers a great service department