Chaparral and Robalo Boats, in partnership with Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha Financial Services), are pleased to announce a new multi-year exclusive financing agreement. Effective January 1, 2025, Yamaha Financial Services will serve as the exclusive provider of dealer inventory finance and the preferred provider of retail financing for both Chaparral and Robalo Boats across the U.S. and Canada. Through this partnership, Yamaha Financial Services will offer comprehensive finance programs and protection products to enhance the experience for both dealers and customers.
“We’ve thrived as a boat builder for years due to our strong partnerships, and this new agreement with Yamaha Financial Services will continue to strengthen that foundation,” said Buck Pegg, founder of Chaparral. “We are proud to have an exceptional dealer network, and we are excited to offer both our dealers and customers a competitive edge with Yamaha’s proven financing options—backed by a brand known for over 60 years of quality and reliability in the marine industry.”
Mark Tracy, Vice President of Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, added, “Yamaha is dedicated to providing the best possible boating experiences. Our collaboration with premier builders like Chaparral and Robalo ensures customers have access to competitive financing, fostering long-lasting relationships. This new agreement with these two premium brands will further enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.”
Brett Miller, Vice President of Commercial Finance at Yamaha Financial Services, expressed excitement about the partnership, saying, “We’re thrilled to join forces with such a prestigious boat builder. By combining Chaparral and Robalo’s outstanding products with our captive finance programs, we’re committed to delivering top-tier service to both dealers and retail customers while driving sales and strengthening brand loyalty.”
Chaparral and Robalo Boats are recognized leaders in their respective market segments and have consistently earned the NMMA CSI Award for Customer Satisfaction for 16 consecutive years. Chaparral, celebrating its 60th anniversary, leads the recreational sport boat market with a wide range of models, including luxury boats, surf series, and ski fish options. Robalo, founded in 1968 and acquired by Chaparral in 2001, is renowned for producing high-quality outboard sport fishing boats, including center consoles, dual consoles, and bay boats. Both brands are subsidiaries of Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX).
Yamaha Financial Services, an affiliate of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., provides financing solutions to support Yamaha dealers and customers nationwide. In Canada, Yamaha Financial Services operates through Yamaha Motor Finance Canada Ltd., offering similar support to dealers and customers.
Yamaha Marine products are available across the U.S. and globally. The Yamaha Marine U.S. Business Unit, based in Kennesaw, GA, supports over 2,100 U.S. dealers and boat builders, offering marketing, training, and parts for Yamaha’s full product line. Yamaha Marine is recognized as an industry leader in reliability, technology, and customer service, and is the only outboard brand to earn the NMMA® C.S.I. Customer Satisfaction Index award every year since the award’s inception.
Remember to always follow applicable boating laws, never drink and drive, and wear a USCG-approved personal flotation device and protective gear.