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Gunnells' Marine serves Greenwood and all surrounding areas including Lake Hartwell, Keowee, and Murray. Located on Hwy 72-221 in Greenwood, Gunnells' is a convenient short drive to Lake Greenwood for demonstration and test rides. With a short distance to Lake Murray, Russell, Rabon, Strom Thurmond, Hartwell and other popular boating havens, Gunnells provides service to these areas. Gunnells' Marine, formerly Greenwood Marine Sales and Service, was founded in 1968 by Bill Johnson. On August 11, 1986, Barney and Gwen Gunnells purchased the dealership and it became known as Gunnells' Marine Unlimited Inc.. Barney and Gwen seek to provide the best service and fairest prices on a complete line of high quality, affordable boats, motors, trailers, parts and accessories. We are not your lowest dollar, but we are your best value with quality product and service. The service you receive is just as important as the product when buying a new boat. The staff at Gunnells' is concerned about you and your family, your boat, and your boating needs. Let's introduce you to the crew from Gunnells' Marine. |
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Barney Gunnells, owner, has been in the marine industry
since 1970. At the age of 14, Barney worked for Bill Johnson at Greenwood
Marine as an outboard technician. From there, he moved into boat racing
with his father and two brothers and became owner of Gunnells' Marine
in 1986. Barney is certified for Mercury, Mercruiser, Force, and PCM
engines.
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Gwen Gunnells, owner, is Barney's wife and business
partner plus the controller of the company. Just ask the employees who
is in charge. She earned an accounting degree from Lander University
in 1983 with a teacher certification in Business Education. Gwen has
a hand in every aspect of the business.
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Ellis "Pop" Gunnells has been involved with boating
for over 45 years. First recreationally, then in racing, and now a full
time associate of Gunnells' Marine. Pop is involved in sales, parts,
and anything else that goes on at Gunnells'.
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Buddy Attaway has been with Gunnells' since 1987 and
is a very important part in making Gunnells' Marine what it is today.
He is a Certified Technician for Mercury, Force, Mercruiser, Yamaha,
and PCM. There are two special ladies that make his life complete, Lisa
and Courtney.
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Reba Bodie has been working with Gunnells' since 1995.
She handles many of the administrative duties and customer communications.
She is still trying to preventing Gwen from misbehaving. Reba is Gwen's
mom.
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In our service department is Shane Wood. He and wife,
Trici, on 9/8/2004 brought us Austin Wood. Shane calls Ninety-Six, SC
home and enjoys fishing. Shane began with Gunnells Marine as a Installation
Technician and advanced to the Technical department. Shane is an excellent
Fiberglass and Gel Tech. With Shane's talents, it allows Gunnells Marine
to offer a wide range of services. Shane is a Certified Technician for
Mercury, Force, MerCruiser, Yamaha, and PCM.
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If you here a soft voice on the phone, you have reached
Todd Baker. Todd has grown with Gunnells Marine as a customer's child,
to a ski competitor with Barney and Gwen, and employee of the company.
Todd's, first job of employment, is Self Regional. He assist with parts,
service writing, and handling all aspects of Gunnells Marine Ebay account.
So growing up as a boater, skier, Todd is extremely knowledge to answer
your boating questions.
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Chad Hanson is Gunnells Marine Parts & Service Specialist.
You will enjoy the efficient and follow through that Chad achieves on
your marine parts and service needs. He is a father of two wonderful
children. Chad comes from the automotive industry.
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There is another pretty face and voice on the phone
which is known as Emily Moore. Emily comes from the boating family.
She enjoys the lake by riding tubes, wakeboarding with her family and
friends. Emily can assist with your boating needs.
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When you want that new boat rigged and prepped for the
water, just ask Joe for assistance. Joe Wilkinson preps and prepares
the boats and motors for delivery with new and preowned sales. Joe comes
to Gunnells Marine with boating expreience from North Carolina. He is
a proud father and grandfather. Wow, grandchildren can make grandparents
SMILE! There is one special lady that has kept Joe in line for 20 plus
years, Patty. Joe is waiting to get your boat ready for the water.
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With a combination of superb boat lines and employees, Gunnells' Marine will continue to uphold its reputation and provide the best products and service available on the market. |
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