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HIN · SHQ23C53F717

2017 Shoalwater 23 CAT

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BuilderShoalwater
Model23 CAT
Model year2017
Vessel typeOpen
UsePleasure
Length23 ft 4 in
HullFiberglass
PropulsionOutboard
Engine typePropeller
FuelGasoline
Registration stateTX
CountyKarnes
Reg number6619DV
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · TX · Karnes Co.
Registration status: active · Reg #6619DV
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · SHQ23C53F717
HIN STRUCTURE
SHQ
MIC
23C53
SERIAL
F7
PROD
17
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
SHQ
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
23C53
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
June
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
7
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2017
MANUFACTURER · MIC SHQ
BELL BOATS INC
PORT O'CONNOR, TX
SOURCE

MIC SHQ registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

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Buying a used Shoalwater

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2017 Shoalwater 23 CAT. It was registered in Texas, Karnes County. The hull is fiberglass with outboard 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.
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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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Common questions

SHOALWATER · TEXAS
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN TEXAS
What documents do I need to register a boat in Texas?
To register a boat in Texas, you'll need to submit an Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U), proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and proof of liability insurance. You must also provide valid identification and pay the appropriate registration and title fees based on your vessel's length and type.
How long does a Texas boat title and registration last?
Texas boat registrations are valid for one or two years, depending on the length of your vessel and the registration period you choose. Your title does not expire, but you must renew your registration annually or biennially before it lapses to avoid penalties and ensure legal operation.
What happens when I buy a used boat in Texas—do I need to transfer the title?
Yes, you must transfer the title to your name within 30 days of purchase by submitting the signed title certificate, a bill of sale, and the application form to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Before completing the purchase, it's advisable to verify the current title and any lien records through the TPWD to ensure the seller has clear ownership and no outstanding claims against the vessel.

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