Buying used kayaks---documentation?

[venom]

Had a question about buying used kayaks.  Really enjoying the kayak and thinking about buying another for guests.  My question is, is there any necessary paperwork I need to get when purchasing used?  I know when I bought my ride 115 I got my receipt and a statement of origin.  Not worried about warranty or anything, but just proving its yours and maybe registering it if I want to put on a trolling motor.  Just wondering what those who have bought used have done?

 

thanks

[flyfisher]

that should be all you need depending on your state.  Some companies will also provide another origin document if asked.

[venom]

In my original post I forgot to mention that I bought my ride new from a retail store.  I'm now looking at a couple cheaper used ones for sale. Sorry for confusion.

 

[kjfishman]

If no docs with the used boat get a bill of sale from the previous owner.  Find the serial number on the boat and make sure it is listed in the bill of sale.

[buzzed bait]

if you ever plan on putting a trolling motor on it, you will likely need to register it with your state.  i had to get a bill of sale, country of origin and can't remember what else in order to do so in GA.

[Nomad357]

Ive sold 2 of my old ones both times we just swapped cash for the kayak.  I never did a bill of sale and the buyers never asked for one.   If you do need one you could print one up in 2 minutes from ur computer.  In fact I dont think either of the ones I sold had a serial number on them. I did own a pescador it did have a serial number but it had structural issues and got returned to  perception. Pretty sure my feelfree doesnt.