Pre-Owned Pontoon Boats for Sale Indiana
More Boat for Your Money, Ready When the Water Warms Up
A well-kept pontoon has a long life in it, which is exactly what makes buying used such a smart move. At Reeder-Trausch Marine, most of our pre-owned pontoon boats come to us as trades from families we already know, and every one of them lands in our service bay before it ever lands on our lot.
- Buying used stretches your budget toward a longer deck, a stronger motor, or both.
- Every boat clears a full-service check before it earns a spot on our lot.
- Financing, parts, and repairs all stay under one roof long after you take delivery.
We have been a family-run marine shop since the mid-1970s, back when Larry Reeder was storing boats in an old block building that once housed Studebakers. J. Hurless and Monty Anderson bought the business in 2018 and grew it into two locations and one of the largest Avalon dealerships in the country. That scale matters when you shop used, because many of the boats on our lot are ones we sold, serviced, and winterized ourselves.
Value That Shows Up in the Boat You Take Home
Boats take their biggest hit in value during the first few seasons, and the second owner is the one who benefits. Buyers who shop used often find they can afford a longer deck, a better sound system, or a tritoon instead of a two-tube layout for the same money they had budgeted for a smaller new boat. That trade is worth thinking about, especially for families who want room to spread out. Browse what we have online and see how far your number really goes.
Pre-Owned Pontoon Boats for Sale in Indiana Start with a Full Inspection
Monty runs our service side, and nothing gets listed until his technicians have been through it. They check the compression and hours on the motor, test the electrical system and the lights, look over the tubes and welds, go through the upholstery and flooring, and put eyes on the trailer, bearings, and tires. Anything that needs work gets handled before the boat is priced. It is a slower way to sell used boats, and it is why our customers keep coming back for their second and third boats.
Familiar Names on Our Used Lot
Avalon has been building pontoons since 1972, and as one of the top Avalon dealers in the country, we see plenty of them come back through on trade. You will also find Bennington and Godfrey pontoons, along with fiberglass boats and fishing rigs, powered by Mercury, Suzuki, Yamaha, and Volvo. These are brands our techs work on every single day, so parts are easy to source and repairs rarely turn into a waiting game.
Financing Without the Runaround
Our finance team handles loans on new and used boats alike, and we work with lenders who understand marine buying. You can request a quote and apply right from our site, which beats calling around to every bank in town hoping someone picks up. Tell us what you want your payment to look like, and we will work backward from there to find a pre-owned pontoon boat that fits it.
Help That Keeps Coming After Delivery
Buying from us gets you a service department, a parts counter, and a team that answers the phone in July. We handle maintenance, repairs, winterization, storage, and accessory installs, and we send every boat out with an on-the-water tutorial covering how to back down the ramp, dock and tie up, and load back on the trailer. First-time owners tell us that hour alone is worth the drive. Schedule service with us any time, whether you bought the boat here or not.
Central Indiana is a good place to own a pontoon. Raccoon Lake, Heritage Lake, and Lake Monroe are all within easy towing distance, and our team spends its own weekends on the same water you do. That means the advice you get from us comes from people who know which boats hold up on these lakes and which ones do not.
Here is a quick look at the kinds of used boats that move through our lot and the services that back them up.
| Used Boat Type | Best Suited For | What Buyers Like About It |
|---|---|---|
| Pontoon | Family cruising and lake days | Open deck space, easy handling, low upkeep |
| Tritoon | Watersports and bigger groups | Third tube adds lift, speed, and stability |
| Fishing Boat | Early mornings and quiet coves | Casting decks, livewells, and shallow draft |
| Fiberglass Bowrider | Skiing, tubing, and day trips | Sporty ride with seating up front |
| Deck Boat | Mixed-use weekends | Pontoon-style room with a V-hull feel |
| Service | What It Covers | When You Need It |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Sale Inspection | Motor, electrical, deck, and trailer check | Before any used boat is listed |
| Routine Maintenance | Oil, impellers, plugs, and tune-ups | Start of every season |
| Repairs | Engine, drive, and rigging work | Any time something is off |
| Winterization and Storage | Fluids, fogging, shrink prep, indoor space | Once the water gets cold |
| Parts and Accessories | Props, covers, electronics, and upgrades | When you want to make it yours |
| On-the-Water Tutorial | Launching, docking, and loading | Included with every boat we sell |
Fifty Years of Getting Families on the Water
Boats are supposed to be fun, and we try to keep the buying part that way too. Nobody here will chase you around the lot or call you every week after you leave. Our sales team, led by Hurless, would rather answer your questions honestly, point you toward the right size, and let you take the time you need. Plenty of our customers looked once, came back a season later, and bought.
Stop by either location and walk the lot with us. We will show you what came in this week, tell you the history behind it, and help you figure out whether a pre-owned pontoon makes more sense than a new one for how you plan to use it. Either way, you leave knowing more than when you walked in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find pre-owned pontoon boats for sale near me?
Reeder-Trausch Marine carries pre-owned pontoon boats for sale in Indiana at both of our locations, with most of them coming to us as trades from local owners. Our service team checks every boat before it hits the lot. Call or come see what we have running right now.
Do you inspect used pontoons before selling them?
Yes. Every used boat goes through our service department before it is listed, and our technicians inspect the motor, electrical system, deck, upholstery, and trailer. Anything that needs attention gets handled first. We would rather fix it on our lot than have you find it on the water.
What used pontoon brands does Reeder-Trausch Marine carry?
Our used lineup usually includes Avalon, Bennington, and Godfrey pontoons, along with fiberglass boats and fishing rigs that come in on trade. Motors are typically Mercury, Suzuki, Yamaha, or Volvo. What we have changes week to week, so it is worth checking in often.
Can I finance a used pontoon boat?
You can. Our finance team works with lenders on both new and used boat loans, so you do not have to call every bank in town looking for a rate. Request a quote or apply online and we will take it from there.
Will you take my current boat on trade?
We are always interested. Contact our team with the details on your boat, including the year, model, motor, and hours, and we will talk through what it is worth toward something else on the lot. Trading is often the simplest way to move up in size or power.
What is the difference between a pontoon and a tritoon?
A pontoon rides on two aluminum tubes, while a tritoon adds a third tube down the center. That extra tube gives you more lift, a steadier ride in chop, and the ability to carry a bigger motor. Buyers who tow skiers or tubers usually end up on a tritoon.
Do you service boats you did not sell?
We do. Our shop handles maintenance, repairs, winterization, storage, and accessory installs no matter where the boat came from. Reeder-Trausch Marine has been keeping local families on the water since the mid-1970s, and we are happy to add yours to the list.