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HIN · CCHDX008M82E

1981 HAPPY HOOKER II

INACTIVEREGISTERED · FLHULL VERIFIED
ModelHAPPY HOOKER II
Model year1981
Length33 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateFL
Doc number644278
Statusinactive
CURRENT STATUS
Inactive · FL
Registration status: inactive · Doc #644278
§ 02

Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · CCHDX008M82E
HIN STRUCTURE
CCH
MIC
DX008
SERIAL
M8
PROD
2E
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
CCH
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
DX008
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
Unknown
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
8
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2002
MANUFACTURER · MIC CCH
MURRAY CHRIS CRAFT
HOLLAND, MI
SOURCE

MIC CCH registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

§ 03

Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 1981 HAPPY HOOKER II. It was registered in Florida. The hull is frp (fiberglass) with unspecified propulsion.

The free registration data above confirms what is on file with the state or USCG. The full history report unlocks the title chain, lien records, accident history, and open recall status for this specific HIN — the records that a visual inspection cannot surface.

WHAT TO CHECK BEFORE BUYING
  • +Physically verify the HIN on the transom matches the title and registration exactly before signing anything.
  • +Check that the secondary (hidden) HIN, usually found under a hatch or seat cushion, matches the primary.
  • +A clean title does not guarantee a clean history — boats can be salvaged and resold with clean titles in many states.
  • +Run the HIN before any deposit to check for outstanding liens, especially on documented vessels.
§ 04

Records on file

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0
Title records
none on file
0
Active liens
none found
0
Incidents
none reported
§ 05

Title chain

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§ 06

Common questions

FLORIDA
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN FLORIDA
What documents do I need to register a boat in Florida?
To register a boat in Florida, you'll need the completed application form (HH 183), proof of ownership or a bill of sale, identification, and proof of payment of any applicable sales tax or use tax. If the boat has a lien, you'll also need the lienholder's information. It's important to verify the title and lien records through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to ensure a clean transfer before submitting your application.
How often do I need to renew my Florida boat registration?
Florida boat registrations must be renewed annually. Your registration decal is valid for one year from the date of issuance, and you'll receive a renewal notice from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission before your registration expires. Failure to renew on time can result in penalties and fines, so it's best to renew promptly when you receive your renewal notice.
Are there mandatory safety requirements for operating a boat in Florida?
Yes, Florida requires all boats to have properly functioning navigation lights, a fire extinguisher, and personal flotation devices (life jackets) for each person on board. Boats 16 feet or longer must also carry a first aid kit, signaling device, and placard showing capacity limits. Additionally, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 must complete a boating safety course and carry a Boating Safety Education ID card while operating a motorboat.

DATA SOURCED FROM USCG NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER AND STATE REGISTRATION DATABASES