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HIN · SERF1180J889

1988 LA MAREE-HELENE

INACTIVEREGISTERED · NYHULL VERIFIED
ModelLA MAREE-HELENE
Model year1988
Length43.5 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateNY
Doc number989163
Statusinactive
CURRENT STATUS
Inactive · NY
Registration status: inactive · Doc #989163
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · SERF1180J889
HIN STRUCTURE
SER
MIC
F1180
SERIAL
J8
PROD
89
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
SER
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
F1180
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
October
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
8
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
1989
MANUFACTURER · MIC SER
SEA RAY BOATS
KNOXVILLE, TN
searay.com
SOURCE

MIC SER registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

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Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 1988 LA MAREE-HELENE. 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

NEW YORK
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN NEW YORK
What documents do I need to register a boat in New York?
To register a boat in New York, you'll need to submit an application form, proof of ownership (bill of sale or title), proof of sales tax payment, and identification. If the boat has a lien, you must provide lienholders' information and their authorization for registration. It's important to verify title and lien records through the New York Department of Motor Vehicles to ensure the vessel is free and clear before completing registration.
Do I need a boating safety certificate to operate a boat in New York?
Yes, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, who operates a motorized vessel in New York must complete a New York State Boating Safety Course and carry a Boating Safety Certificate. The certificate is valid for five years and can be obtained online or in-person through approved course providers throughout the state.
How do I transfer ownership of a boat in New York?
To transfer boat ownership in New York, both the seller and buyer must complete a bill of sale form and submit it to the DMV along with the current title. The new owner must then apply for registration within 30 days of purchase, providing proof of ownership, identification, and proof of sales tax payment. Make sure the seller provides a clear title with no outstanding liens before finalizing the transfer.

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