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HIN · SYL06316M83K

1983 Sylvan

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BuilderSylvan
Model year1983
Vessel typeOpen
UsePleasure
Length28 ft
HullAluminum
PropulsionOutboard
Engine typePropeller
FuelGasoline
Registration stateTX
CountySan Augustine
Reg number8820JA
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · TX · San Augustine Co.
Registration status: active · Reg #8820JA
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · SYL06316M83K
HIN STRUCTURE
SYL
MIC
06316
SERIAL
M8
PROD
3K
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
SYL
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
06316
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
2003
MANUFACTURER · MIC SYL
SYLVAN MARINE
NEW PARIS, IN
sylvanmarine.com
SOURCE

MIC SYL registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

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Buying a used Sylvan

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 1983 Sylvan. It was registered in Texas, San Augustine County. The hull is aluminum 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
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Title chain

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Common questions

SYLVAN · 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