Boat Engine Repairs, Boat Engine Services, Boat Sales And Boat Maintenance Company in Cape Town

At Down South Marine we offer you a full boating experience, a one-stop boat shop where you can have anything done, found or made.

About Down South Marine

The brainchild of well-known angler, charter captain and legend boat skipper, Rob Naysmith, who, with nearly 60 years of going to sea in boats of all kinds, decided to bring everyone the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of his experience.  In his words “a boat is a living thing, it needs to change, it needs care and the love of the skipper, give it that and it will build a lifetime of great memories and always take you home safely”, to this his credo is ‘love your boat’.

Almost 40 years ago Rob and Mercury crossed paths in earnest and he has remained dedicated to the brand since.   Since the formation of his charter business in 1993, all his boats have had Mercury outboards fitted exclusively, and that means quite a number of engines.  The reasons for this loyalty are Mercury’s ongoing passion in product development, outstanding engine reliability, they’re world leaders in service support and along with delivering unbeatable power, they last forever.  So it was inevitable that Rob and Mercury should eventually join forces to bring you the premium quality powerhouse engine backed by a highly experienced support team.

“I’ve seen many boats miss a great day on the water because of engine failure, and our aim is to make sure that doesn’t happen to our clients”.

Down South Marine Services

Authorised Mercury Dealer & Service Center

The most dynamic Mercury Outboard Dealership in Cape Town, servicing the Cape – Our promise is the best price and service on all Mercury engines. We stock the perfect Mercury outboard to suit your needs.  Be it a tiny 2.5hp 2-stroke, a mid-range

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Boating Electronics

“With decades of sea-going experience, we understand the value of electronics but more importantly, we understand the value in an experienced installation”. Marine electronics have become a way of life aboard just about every boat.  Long gone are the days of working off

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Boat Repairs and Modifications

“Boating is a pleasurable experience … keep it that way” Our lifetime love of boats has necessitated that we learn and develop special skills and techniques in boat modification and repair.  With the continual innovations in boat construction materials, we are constantly experimenting

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Trailer Services and Repairs

“Trailer wheels are faster than your tow vehicle when they come off” The trailer is usually the only means of getting your boat to the water.  It’s also the difference between a great day or watching others have a great day.  Imagine sitting

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Buoyancy Certification

“Boating is a pleasurable experience … keep it that way” As builders and repairers of boats, we issue a buoyance certificate on completion of work, when required.   Our authority includes the issue of buoyancy certificates to vessels compliant with the SAMSA regulations governing

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Gypski

Gypski boats are the result of decades of sea-going experience of their designer, Rob Naysmith. Although at 3.8 meters in length it may appear to be a small boat, she has the heart and strength to take on the very worst of sea

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Articles

Big Eye Tuna

Rob & Scott Naysmith I asked my son Scott to give me a hand with this article for two reasons, firstly to give both an old world and new age perspectives on the fishery.  Secondly for my own pride in seeing a young angler take the knowledge I gave him, expand on it, and then

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Big Eye Tuna – Part 2

Rob & Scott Naysmith The last edition of Ski-Boat briefly covered the methods we have found most successful for Big Eye Tuna, now we will go into depth and give you the nuts and bolts to really work with.   As we said, Big Eye fishing is a game of understanding and knowledge if you want

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Big Eye Tuna – Part 3

Rob & Scott Naysmith In the previous edition of Ski-Boat, I covered the fishing methods we have found most successful, here I want to go more in-depth in the tackle, traces and the rigging of lures. Let’s first look at lures, because that’s probably how most of us catch our first Big Eye.  You want

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Down South Marine Shop

We are Moving to the Garden Route

We are moving up to Knysna, and will be servicing all areas of the Garden Route, from George to Plettenberg Bay. We will be based in Knysna but offer mobile services.