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While there are many companies that buy boats, Boat Trader is the most trusted boating marketplace in the U.S. When selling your boat, you want to be sure that you are dealing with a reputable buyer. Our Driveway Direct program connects you with reputable dealers in your area, so you can be confident with a worry-free and safe transaction.

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Vessels/boats and/or outboard motors coming from title states must surrender the title. Vessels/boats coming from non-titling states (Registration Only), must surrender the registration certificate. Out of state vessels/boats and motors must verify the serial number (HIN/MIN) by completing form PWD 504 (PDF 241.8 KB) (pencil tracing or photograph of the vessel/boat hull identification AND/OR motor identification/serial number).

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If you have your next boat picked out, need quick cash, or are just ready to sell, wholesaling is the answer. Here at Yachts360 we buy boats and are able to offer top dollar, a quick close, and hassle-free paperwork.

We are always looking for inventory. Preferably open bows and pontoon boats in the 18' to 24' range, however we will consider all boats. Give us a call today and we will give you a buy figure on your boat. If it's not something we will purchase outright, we will put it on our brokerage program. We offer a hassle free, fast appraisal and outright purchase. We are able to purchase using your pictures and even if the boat is currently in storage. As one of the largest dealers in Northern Illinois we can give you multiple options to choose from when you decide to sell your boat.

Tennessee law requires that all mechanically powered vessels (including federally documented recreational vessels) and all sailboats which are principally used in Tennessee must be registered. (Boats are not titled in Tennessee.) Mechanical propulsion includes electric trolling motors but does not include boats powered only by oars or paddles. Boats that require registration must be properly registered before using them on any public water in Tennessee.

Boats with current registration in other states may use Tennessee waters unless Tennessee has become their state of principal use. Exception: Sailboats brought into Tennessee by persons from states that do not require the numbering of sailboats are exempt from registration provided that Tennessee is not the state of principal use. State of principal use means the state on whose waters a vessel is used or to be used most, whether moored or underway, during a calendar year.

The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is a 12-character serial number that uniquely identifies a boat and is formatted according to US Coast Guard standards. The HIN is similar to the VIN on a car. Vessels manufactured or imported before 1973 are EXEMPT because they often do not have a HIN. All boats manufactured or imported after 1972, must have a HIN, and this HIN must be identified during the boat registration process. HIN numbers are typically located:

D. Red Channel Marker Buoy: Traveling upstream, you should pass to the left of this buoy as it marks the right side of the channel. E. Green (or black) Channel Marker Buoy: Traveling upstream, you should pass to the right of this buoy as it marks the left side of the channel. F. Junction Buoy (RED OVER GREEN): means two channels are coming together and you pass to the left of the buoy as you travel upstream. G. Junction Buoy (GREEN OVER RED): means two channels are coming together and you should pass to the right of the buoy as you travel upstream. H. Boats Keep Out Buoy: Marks a swimming area, area near a dam, or any area where boats are not allowed. I. Danger Buoy: Marks an obstruction, ferry cable, or any area where boats should not navigate or should use extreme caution. J. Information Buoy: Used to relay information. Words printed in black (usually inside the border) tell place names, distances, directional arrows, availability of supplies, gasoline, etc. K. Control Buoy: Marks a restricted area such as "slow no-wake," 5 MPH, no skiing or no fishing. L. Passing Daymark (RED): A sign mounted on poles in the water or on the bank which is used in the same manner as a channel marker buoy. In this case it marks the right side of the channel as you travel upstream. M. Passing Daymark (GREEN): A sign mounted on poles in the water or on the bank which is used in the same manner as a channel marker buoy. In this case it marks the left side of the channel as you travel upstream. N. Channel Crossing Daymark (RED): A sign mounted on poles in the water or on the bank which means the channel is crossing from the right bank to the left bank as you travel upstream. O. Channel Crossing Daymark (GREEN): A sign mounted on poles in the water or on the bank which means the channel is crossing from the left bank to the right bank as you travel upstream.

The Wisconsin DNR encourages owners of boats who are not required to register their boats to voluntarily register their boats. Voluntary registration funds are used for the development or enhancement of programs or service which provide benefits relating directly to nonmotorized boating activities.

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All boats equipped with a marine toilet must be registered with DNR and must have a permit. Customers will be issued a Marine Toilet Certificate decal which must be affixed to the hull adjacent to the boat registration number. The one-time certification fee is $15.00 ($5 certificate fee plus $10 transaction fee). The certificate does not have to be renewed, and it is transferable to any subsequent owner of the boat. You may obtain a Marine Toilet Certificate online, by mailing a Vessel Registration Application with payment by check to the address on the form, or by calling 1-800-366-2661 and making payment using a credit card.

It is illegal to operate a boat with a marine toilet, galley or sleeping quarters (including houseboats) on the following lakes: Lake Burton, Bull Sluice Lake, Goat Rock Lake, Lake Harding, Lake Jackson, North Highlands Lake, Lake Oliver, Lake Rabun, Seed Lake, Tallulah Falls Lake, Tugalo Lake, Lake Oconee, and Yonah Lake.

For GA registered boats, if the owner of record in our system has not reported the boat sold (as required by law), the bill of sale must be from the owner of record. If it is not from the owner of record, there must be an unbroken line of bills of sale back to the owner of record or the Vessel Affidavit of Ownership process must be completed.

The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is a 12 or 14 character serial number that uniquely identifies a boat. The HIN is analogous to a VIN on a car. All boats manufactured or imported on or after November 1, 1972, must bear a HIN, and this HIN must be identified during the boat registration process. Vessels manufactured or imported before 1972 are EXEMPT because they often do not have a HIN.

The HIN is found on a metal or plastic plate, typically on the transom of the boat, usually on the right starboard (right) side of the transom within two inches of the top of transom, gunwale, or hull/deck joint, whichever is lowest. On vessels without transoms, or impractical to use transoms, the HIN is usually affixed to the starboard (right) outboard side of hull, aft, within one foot of the stern and within two inches of the top of the hull side, gunwale or hull/deck joint, whichever is lowest. On catamarans and pontoon boats with replaceable hulls, the HIN is usually affixed to the aft crossbeam, within one foot of the starboard (right) hull attachment.

Temporary boat registration is available for boats that have a valid hull identification number (HIN), and for boats that are exempt from the HIN requirement including boats manufactured before November 1, 1972.

In New York, boats (watercraft) without a motor do not need to be registered. If you use a motor (electric or fuel-driven), regardless of the size of your boat or the motor, you must register your boat.

The information contained within this website is believed to be correct and current. Prices, options and features are subject to change without notice. Model year boats may not contain all the features or meet specifications described herein. Confirm availability of all accessories and equipment with an authorized Bayliner dealer prior to purchase.

We will consider consigning or buying some boats (not all) less than 15 years old in good mechanical condition if we feel it is a boat model we can sell.We are not currently taking boats older than 15 years old, large cruisers, jet boats, boats without trailers, boats with Volvo, Johnson, Suzuki, Honda, or Evinrude motors, project boats, boats without trailers, or loose outboard motors.We will consider consignments from March 1st thru Mid- July peak selling season. We do not accept consignments during the Fall and Winter months.To sell or consign a boat in the State of Nebraska you need a lien-free Nebraska boat title and a Trailer title and/or current trailer registration. You will need to show proof of these documents before we can assist you properly.Please review the information below and call the Boat Sales Dept at (402) 339-9600 if we can assist you further. 041b061a72