RedactedNarrative: Operator stated water was rough and vessel took waves over stern and sank.  A vessel passed by and picked operator along with four passengers and transported them to Long Beach Harbor.  Operator stated vessel was old and had a low transom.   
  
  Operator also stated vessel was a total loss along ith a 200 horse power Yamaha outboard motor.  Value of Boat and motor was $7,000.   No injuries reported.   Vessel was in process of being registered.