Illinois Title Issues

[Engine Co 454]

Well as most of you know I sold the boat back in June to an out of stater'. Bank of the West/Essex Credit, somehow lost the title. My buyer has been waiting since June for a title. All he has is a trailer title. The lenders contacted the state for a duplicate title. Still nothing, right now I am so frustrated with the state and the lenders. The state and everyone have been giving me the run-around when I inquire. How long should a title take? Anyone here have any contacts with the title department that would help?

[sommerfliesby]

Damn dude...wish I could help, but only have a similar story. The state of IL is so far behind on this stuff it's amazing. When I bought my boat, it took them so long to get the title situated for both boat and trailer, I had my lending institution calling me weekly saying they needed that stuff...I was making payments on a title they didn't even have yet! Took them a good three months for the boat, and about 4 or 5 for the trailer.

[expertinboats]

The State Of Illinois Has 2 People In The Marine Title Office. I Have Seen It Take Over A Year For A Boat Title
There Is A Way To Sell Your Boat With A Lost Title
On The Bottom Of The Illinois Form There Is A Spot To Fill Out And Sign And You Will Need A Letter From The Bank Showing Its Paid For
But I Dont Know If This Will Do Any Good With The Boat Leaving The State

[Engine Co 454]

Well an update, the lender spoke with one of those two people. The story goes that they will turn out a title in a week...The lender will then forward the title to my buyer by mid next week.