Yes – somewhat tardy – and a few days late but better late than never I suppose!
 
We thought we would start the year off right by demonstrating what is most important to us at SMP – and that is customer satisfaction.
 
Over the holidays we received a letter from a customer who had purchased a boat from our Orlando Distributor Tim Cates.  This customer gave both Tim and St Martin Powerboats a great review.  We asked permission and they said it was OK for us to feature it so here it is. It is letters like this that make our day at St Martin Powerboats!
 

St Martin Powerboats Review

Good Afternoon Olga:

Thank you for taking the time to speak with me last week.  By this time, I have owned my St. Martin Power Boats (SMPB) F-13 for approximately one month.  As I have built a winning custom ‘hot rod’ show boat  myself,  I carefully inspected every inch of my F-13 inside and out and am impressed.  It is neat, clean, and well-built, the finish work is thorough, and the hull presents clean, beautiful lines.  
 
For this reason, I have had a great time inspecting, customizing, and generally getting my F-13 ready for launch.  This past month’s project, for example, was to re-design and custom fit the trailer to the boat, upgrade the tires and rims, add a set of bunks, and paint and powder coat all trailer brackets, fixtures and accessories to match the trailer.  The trailer is now finished and  looks terrific.  
 
Now that the trailer is done, I was able to deliver my boat to the trimmer today for a two-tone custom boat cover and matching spare tire cover.  Next week, my outboard dealer will rig my engine and install my control box and instrumentation.  The following week, I will test custom Power tech props in order to have the boat finished and ready to ride by mid or late January.  
 
Although I am entirely satisfied with the boat, I would also like to commend SMPB for two intangibles which do not appear in your sales brochure:  Customer service and goodwill.  To be specific, I would like to compliment your factory agent, Mr. Timothy Cates of Orlando, FL.  
 
As you may know, my purchasing experience was deliberate, careful, and rather meticulous in light of the multiplicity of questions and specifications I had on behalf of my order.  In every instance, Mr. Cates was helpful, cordial, forthcoming and responsive.  When I finally agreed to purchase an F-13, Mr. Cates’ business documentation was impeccable and timely.  
 
All in all, Mr. Cates provided outstanding oversight of my transaction from the ‘showroom’, to sale, to shipping, to delivery.  All the paperwork arrived in order and on time and Mr. Cates followed up with several calls to ensure that I was completely satisfied with both the boat and the paperwork.  He was exceptionally helpful and patient, answered all my questions, and promptly returned every single phone call and e-mail.
 
As I mentioned, goodwill and excellent customer service are two of the most important intangibles of any business. SMPB exemplified both quite flawlessly thanks to Mr. Cates hard work, perseverance,  and attention to detail.  As a result, it was a sincere pleasure to buy my boat and I will recommend SMPB to my friends and any other curious inquiries.
 
Since my purchase, Mr. Cates and I have become friends and  discussed campaigning my boat at a few  FL boat shows.  Given your beautiful boat, I am confident I will win.  In the meantime, please extend my thanks to Mr. Cates, and keep up the good work.  Thank you again, happy new Year,  and see you on the water!
 

With kind regards, I remain.
 
Cordially yours,

Robert A. Hendrickson, Owner
SMPB F-13 “All Out”
Gainesville, FL
 

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A warm welcome to our latest St Martin Mini Speedboat distributor in the Boston area – Mr. Daniel Arrington and St Martin Powerboats of New England.
 
SMP New England will be covering three states in the area – Massachusetts, Maine and New Hampshire.  Many of you who live or vacation in the area will be familiar with boating hot spots like Lake Winnipesaukee, Boston, Lake Sebago, Boston Harbor and Laconia.
 
Dan's new website is in the process of being completed and will ultimately be located at http://minispeedboatsofnewengland.com
 
Daniel brings with him a wealth of business ownership experience and we are pleased to welcome him to the St Martin Powerboat family.

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The Prototype F-15 boat powered by a Harley-Davidson® Crate Motor was out and about last week making its rounds with our Ohio distributors Mike Choate and Joe Rieling.
 
For those not familiar with this patent pending technology – this is a stock Harley-Davidson Crate motor interfaced with a Mercury drive. The boat sounds just like the HD bike – and is the worlds only boat with a Harley Davidson® motor. To see a short video and hear the motor click here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6E-eSdqFCNg&
 
The specs are as follows:
 
V-twin Four-stroke engine
1340 cubic centimeters or 80 cubic inches
58 HP
Liquid and air cooled
 

Eastgate Harley-Davidson® owner Ken Meinor in Cincinatti Ohio

Pictures here were taken at Eastgate Harley-Davidson® shown with the owner Ken Meinor in Cincinatti Ohio.
 
With limited production these boats are sure to become a collectors item. For more details on how you can become the proud owner of one of the first off the line limited edition boats or for more specs call Robert at 1-800-843-7506

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St. Martin Powerboat Prize on CBS The Price is Right!!

Come on Down!  -  Remember a few days ago in the blog we hinted at a Major TV spot?? Well it is now a fact!
 
We are all very excited that a St Martin F-13 mini speedboat is being given away as a major prize on The Price is Right!    

 
Taping has apparently already been done – we don't know if some lucky boat lover (or soon to be boat lover) won it or not – But either way that particular show featuring our F-13 will be airing on December 9th 2011.
 
As The Price is Right airs in over 5 million households, and as the St Martin Powerboats are the coolest looking boat out there – we expect to be generating a few good inquiries from this effort – as well as some serious brand recognition in one short period.
 
If you haven't considered becoming a mini speedboat distributor or a rental location for St Martin Mini speedboats, now is the time! Financing is available and many good territories are still open. As you can see from our map we are reaching the 50 distributor mark – with a target of 150 by 2013.

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