Helmut's Marine Service

Helmut's Marine Service We specialize in Volvo Penta with one of the largest engine and parts inventories in the country! Helmut’s Marine Service Inc.

strives to be a customer-focused distributor of Volvo Penta marine engines in CA, HI, AZ, NM, NV, UT and Guam. Offering the largest inventory of parts and engines with the highest standard of service and support.

Volvo Penta D4 firepumps in action. Yesterday morning, Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol's newest boat was first on scene at P...
05/12/2026

Volvo Penta D4 firepumps in action.

Yesterday morning, Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol's newest boat was first on scene at Platform Habitat — a natural gas platform 7.5 miles off Carpinteria, mid-decommissioning, on fire. D4 firepumps threw water 50 to 70 feet up onto the platform deck. All 26 crew evacuated safely. Fire knocked down within hours.

This is what reliable marine power looks like when it matters most. Proud to support the boats and crews keeping our coast safe.

05/07/2026

IPS 30 service happening today! There's a real difference between a shop that works on Volvo Pentas and one that's part of the Volvo Penta dealer network — factory training, OEM parts, and a direct line to the manufacturer when it counts.

500+ specialty tools. One reason your boat is in the right hands.As a Volvo Penta Power Center, we're equipped with the ...
05/05/2026

500+ specialty tools. One reason your boat is in the right hands.

As a Volvo Penta Power Center, we're equipped with the factory-specific tools most shops simply don't have. That means faster turnarounds, fewer surprises, and repairs done the way Volvo Penta engineered them to be done.
Helmut's Marine Service — trusted on the water since 1988.

Boating season is here — is your Volvo Penta ready? Our top-selling parts this year tell the story: oil, fuel filters, i...
04/28/2026

Boating season is here — is your Volvo Penta ready?
Our top-selling parts this year tell the story: oil, fuel filters, impeller kits, and o-rings are flying out the door. If you haven't done your seasonal maintenance yet, NOW'S THE TIME.
✅ Genuine Volvo Penta parts
✅ One of the largest inventories in the U.S.
✅ Factory-trained advisors
✅ Fast shipping nationwide

Click here to visit our parts page: https://loom.ly/byJ6i3o

04/21/2026

The best days on the water don’t fit into just one category.

With Volvo Penta Forward Drive, you don’t have to choose. Designed with forward-facing DuoProp technology, it delivers the versatility to surf, cruise, swim, fish, and ski—without compromise.

Smoother handling. Greater efficiency. More freedom to enjoy the water your way.

04/17/2026

“I don’t talk, I do it.”
D4-225 longblock exchange in motion— no shortcuts, just precision, experience, and getting it done right.

After nearly 14 years of phone calls, getting to finally meet in person—and bring my son along—made it even more special...
04/10/2026

After nearly 14 years of phone calls, getting to finally meet in person—and bring my son along—made it even more special.

One of my favorite parts of this business is how it extends beyond just work. Our kids grow up around it too… and clearly, Emmitt is already a fan of a good shop tour (especially when there’s a solid parts inventory involved 😄).

Grateful for the relationships that make this industry feel like family.

From UFO Parasail & Adventures in Maui “340 of them to be exact 🐎😎 A couple of DPH and DPI outdrives lined up for the fl...
04/09/2026

From UFO Parasail & Adventures in Maui “340 of them to be exact 🐎😎 A couple of DPH and DPI outdrives lined up for the fleet. Our vessels are I/O, meaning an inboard engine is mounted inside the boat while a steerable drive unit (pictured here) sits on the outside. Together, they deliver the ultimate performance and handling—perfect for parasailing.”

Another successful repower in the books.This vessel is now powered by a Volvo Penta D4-320, installed by our team and re...
04/06/2026

Another successful repower in the books.

This vessel is now powered by a Volvo Penta D4-320, installed by our team and ready to get back to work on the water.

There’s nothing more rewarding than handing the keys back to the customer, knowing they can rely on their equipment with confidence.

Proud of our technicians and the work they stand behind every day.

Address

619 Canal Street
San Rafael, CA
94901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

(415) 453-1001

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