Marine Canterbury

04/07/2026

🌊 Think your 20-year-old outboard is bulletproof? Think again... 🔧
"But I flush it every time..."
"But I use a salt remover..."
We hear it every week.
Those are all great habits, but if your outboard lives in salt water, the salt always wins eventually. It builds up where you can't see it, blocking cooling passages and slowly eating away at your engine from the inside.
Check out this great video from David at firebird marine.
If you're not ready to spend thousands on a new outboard and want to keep the old girl running for years to come, it might be time to spend a few extra bucks on advanced preventative maintenance.
✅ Cooling system inspections
✅ Descaling and flushing
✅ Water pump checks
✅ Thermostats and internal cooling passages
A little preventative maintenance now could save you a very expensive repair—or even a replacement—later.
📍 Pop in and see the team at Marine Canterbury, 20 Waterloo Road, or give us a call on 03 338 4680. Let's keep that trusty old outboard doing what it does best... getting you home! 🚤💪

02/07/2026

🥶 Winter is the best time to service an inboard... if you're smart about it.

Don't be the person holding up the boat ramp on the first sunny weekend of spring while everyone else is already out on the water. 😬

✔️ Our workshop is quieter over winter, so you'll get faster turnaround.
✔️ It's the most cost-effective time of year to get it done.
✔️ Book your inboard service during July or August and we'll throw in the engine oil and oil filter FREE! 💥
✔️ Better yet... we'll even pick your boat up and drop it back to you! 🚛⚓

Spend winter getting ready... not making excuses come spring.

📍 Marine Canterbury
📞 03 338 4680

Book now before the workshop fills up and everyone else has the same idea! 👊🚤

Christchurch marine experts. Outboards, boat servicing & secure storage.

01/07/2026

Have you got one of those old 20-30 year old two-strokes that only come out for the Christmas break in the Shed? 🤔

You know the one...
😅 Takes a bit (or a lot!) to start.
💨 Smokes more than uncle Ken.
🔊 Loud enough to wake the whole Camp/bay.
🙈 And leaves you wondering if today is the day it finally gives up!

The funny thing is, your boat is probably still in great condition. It might even be built from the very same mould as a brand-new one still!

So why not give it a new lease on life with a quiet, reliable and fuel-efficient Suzuki four-stroke? You'll enjoy easier starts, smoother running, lower fuel bills and more time on the water.

🔥 We're still running our Fieldays deals on new Suzuki outboards! Now's the perfect time to upgrade before summer rolls around.

Pop in and see the team at Marine Canterbury, or get in touch for a no-obligation repower quote. You might be surprised how affordable it is! ⚓

29/06/2026

The boss is away on holiday in Taiwan 🌴🇹🇼... but you can't keep a marine guy away from the boats! 😄

A quick wander around the local marina had him doing what we all do... checking out what everyone else is running. Safe to say Taiwan knows a thing or two about New Zealand's favourite outboards! 💙

By our count, 7 out of every 10 boats were running Suzuki outboards... and crikey, they weren't shy about hanging some serious horsepower off the back either! 💪🚤

Thinking about upgrading your outboard? Pop in and see the team at Marine Canterbury, 20 Waterloo Road. We'd love to help you find the perfect Suzuki for your boat!

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28/06/2026

The boss mans back for Suzuki Marine NZ chatting about the DF6hp.
Light
Portable
Runs on th smell of an oily rag (actually dont do that) put fuel in it.
CHEAP
Good we fix you with one?

23/06/2026

🚤💨 Nigel's just rolled back in from another water test... and yes, the gumboots are still on! 😂👢

With these awesome big Suzuki outboards hanging off the back of some seriously impressive hardtops, it's hard not to come back with a smile 😎🌊☀️

The workshop is absolutely humming at the moment 🔧⚙️ with Suzuki fit-outs of all sizes underway:
🔥 Big horsepower offshore rigs
🔥 Family fishing boats
🔥 Repowers
🔥 Brand-new installations

Whether you're looking at a small upgrade or a full repower, now's a great time to come and see what's happening 👀🚤

📍 Pop in and see the boys at 20 Waterloo Road.
There are plenty of boats in the workshop, plenty of Suzukis being fitted, and plenty of ideas for your next project! ⚓🔵

What Suzuki would you choose for your dream boat? 🤔👇

💙 140hp
💙 200hp
💙 250hp
💙 300hp+

🚤⚓🌊😎

22/06/2026

Checking out this Malibu Flightcraft powered by an outboard today – definitely not something you see every day! 👀🚤
Have you got something a bit different sitting in the shed, driveway, or on the trailer? We love seeing unique setups and tackling the jobs others might shy away from.
Winter is the perfect time to get those big projects, repowers, modifications, and repairs sorted before the warmer weather arrives. Better yet, workshop scheduling is often easier and it can save you money compared to the busy season.
Got an odd job, a major upgrade, or something unusual you'd like us to look at? Get in touch – we're always happy to help!
📞 Contact the team at Marine Canterbury toda

18/06/2026

Two water tests today with a brand-new 300hp and 140hp out on the water. 🚤

A frosty start, but those crisp winter mornings always seem to turn into the best boating days.

We reckon the South Island is the place to be right now – snow-capped mountains, calm water, and scenery that's hard to beat.

Let's see your favourite scenic boating or motor shot! 📸 Drop your photos in the comments and show us what makes boating in New Zealand so special.

15/06/2026

Looks like white is the colour of choice at Marine Canterbury right now! ⚪️
Over the next few weeks we'll be fitting a stack of new Suzuki outboards, including:
⚪ DF300A White ⚪ DF250AP White ⚪ DF140B White ⚫ DF225 Black ⚫ DF60A Black ⚫ DF115B Stealth Matte Black ⚫ DF2.5 Black
Whether you're repowering your current boat or planning a new build, it's great to see the different Suzuki colours and horsepower options heading out the door.
So what's your pick? ⚪ White ⚫ Gloss Black ⚫ Stealth Matte Black
If you're considering a new motor in the future, pop in and check out these fit-outs as they come together over the next few weeks. We'd be happy to talk through the best option for your boat.
📍 Marine Canterbury 💰
20 Waterloo road, sockburn, Finance available

09/06/2026

🔥 TRADED YAMAHA OUTBOARDS JUST LANDING 🔥
💥 Two tidy V6 four strokes ready to go! 💥

Price can be fully fitted or motor alone

🐟 MOTOR 1 🐟
⚓ 2021 Yamaha 200HP V6 Four Stroke
⏱️ Only 350 Hours

A late model donk that’s still fairly new and ready for plenty more boating adventures 👌

🐟 MOTOR 2 🐟
⚓ 2008 Yamaha 225HP V6 Four Stroke
⏱️ 700 Hours

✅ Yes — the exhaust has already been replaced 👍

Both motors are ideal for repowers, hardtops, offshore rigs, or getting your next project sorted before summer 🌊

🚛 Ship Nationwide
💰 Finance Available

📞 Nigel — 027 733 9127
📧 [email protected]

Get in quick before they disappear 👀