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HIN · TNRD3858F404

2004 WASTIN' AWAY

INACTIVEREGISTERED · IAHULL VERIFIED
ModelWASTIN' AWAY
Model year2004
Length28 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateIA
Doc number1160034
Statusinactive
CURRENT STATUS
Inactive · IA
Registration status: inactive · Doc #1160034
§ 02

Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · TNRD3858F404
HIN STRUCTURE
TNR
MIC
D3858
SERIAL
F4
PROD
04
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
TNR
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
D3858
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
June
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
4
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2004
MANUFACTURER · MIC TNR
THUNDERBIRD PRODUCTS, INC.
DECATUR, IN
formulaboats.com
SOURCE

MIC TNR registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

§ 03

Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2004 WASTIN' AWAY. 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

IOWA
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN IOWA
What documents do I need to register a boat in Iowa?
To register a boat in Iowa, you'll need to submit an application for boat registration (Form 411096), proof of ownership, a completed hull identification number (HIN) verification, and payment of the registration fee. If you're purchasing a used boat, you should also verify the title and any lien records with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to ensure clean ownership before completing your registration.
How long does an Iowa boat registration last, and when do I need to renew it?
Iowa boat registrations are valid for three years from the date of issue. You can renew your registration up to 90 days before it expires by contacting your local county recorder's office or the Iowa Department of Natural Resources with the renewal fee and any updated information.
Are there safety equipment requirements for operating a boat in Iowa?
Yes, Iowa law requires all boats to carry U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) for each person onboard, with at least one Type IV throwable device for boats 16 feet or longer. Additionally, boats operating between sunset and sunrise must display proper navigation lights, and boats over 16 feet require a fire extinguisher.

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