History
Welcome to NXTLVL Marine, a legacy of excellence and innovation in the marine industry since 1974. From our beginnings as Austin Boats and Motors to becoming the top Tige Boat dealer globally, our journey has been fueled by passion and partnership. In 2020, we embarked on a new chapter as NXTLVL Marine, expanding our offerings and locations. Join us in celebrating our rich history and commitment to quality as we continue to set new standards in boating excellence.
1974Austin Boats and Motors Opens
1983Charles Alexander, President of Mercury
Marine joins as a partner of ABM
Marine joins as a partner of ABM
1983Eagle Marine opened in Fort Worth
1984ABM expanded the dealership to
include the current showroom space
include the current showroom space
1987The Boyer family joins the ABM team;
purchased the dealership in 1995
purchased the dealership in 1995
1993ABM Became a Crownline dealer
– this year marks 30 years in business.
– this year marks 30 years in business.
2015Darryl Moore purchased Eagle Marine.
2017ABM joined the Tige family as a dealer
2020NXTLVL Marine was Founded by
The Chase Family and Flanagan Family in 2020.Starting with the first store in New Braunfels, TX the store opened its doors as a Tige and ATX Boat dealer. Shortly after opening Trifecta, Crest, Havoc, and CrownLine Boats were added.
The Chase Family and Flanagan Family in 2020.Starting with the first store in New Braunfels, TX the store opened its doors as a Tige and ATX Boat dealer. Shortly after opening Trifecta, Crest, Havoc, and CrownLine Boats were added.
August 20201st NXTLVL Marine was established in New Braunfels
October 2020NXTLVL Marine later acquired Eagle Marine in Fort Worth TX
November 2020NXTLVL Marine Dallas opens it’s doors
December 2020NXTLVL acquired Eagle Marine from Darryl Moore in Fort Worth and Dallas TX.Ending the year of 2020 NXTLVL acquired Eagle Marine from Darryl Moore in Fort Worth and Dallas TX which was the #1 Tige Boat dealer in the world. Darryl then joined forces with NXTLVL and became a partner of the group as well.
January 2021NXTLVL Marine made a footprint in the Lake LBJ marketEarly 2021 NXTLVL Marine made a footprint in the Lake LBJ market and opened its 4th location here. Opening its doors after a full remodel on the property, they were excited to announce that Club Car would be added to the family lineup. Lines such as Chaparral, Crest, MB Boats, and Club car are sold at this location.
March 2021NXTLVL Marine Lake LBJ opens its doors
April 2022NXTLVL Marine acquires the long-term standing dealership known as Austin Boats and Motors from Martin Boyer.Brands such as Tige, ATX, Vexus, CrownLine, NauticStar, and Crest. Making this the 5th NXTLVL Marine location, we know adding this location would be a key to our success and give us a foot print across Texas in all major cities.