Assistance with private party transfer of boat in MX

[scuba_sailor]

Hello all,

I would like to purchase a sailboat from a friend that has his boat in Mexico on a Temporary Import Permit. It has never been listed for sale through any broker. The boat is USCG documented and is from California.

We are interested in getting assistance with processing all associated title, TIP, and other procedures necessary to legally and efficiently process the transfer of title and ownership of the vessel. The transfer will be between two individuals that are US citizens and California residents. The boat will remain in Mexico for at least 1 year after sale.

Can you recommend a reputable individual or firm that can assist with this? A quick read of trying to DIY the transfer reveals several potential failure points, and would much rather have someone experienced handle the transfer.

Thanks in advance for any thoughts on this!