Contest 36 | 1979
Discover the timeless elegance of the Contest 36 for sale, a 1979 classic with an extensive list of fantastic upgrades including lithium batteries, solar panels, and an electric induction hob. Boasting only 1900 hours on a refitted engine, this yacht has been newly anti-fouled and polished, ensuring it's ready for its next adventure. We are happy to offer this beautifully maintained vessel to discerning buyers.
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Standard Specifications
Make Contest Model 36 Classic Year 1979 Length (LOA) 10.95 M Beam 3.40 M Draft 1.90 M Engine(s) Yanmar 3JH5E (installed 2014) Engine Hours +/- 1840 VAT STATUS VAT EXCEMPT Flag (Registration) The Netherlands Fuel Tank Capacity 150L Water Tank Capacity 450L Cabins 2 Berths
4 Head(s) 1 Sails & Rigging
The Contest 36 is equipped with the following:
- Aluminium single spreader mast
- Standing rigging (2012) | Inspected in March 2024
- ELVSTROM Main Sail | Fully Battened w/ 3 reef points
- Furling Headsail HYDE High Aspect
- Roller Furler for headsail
- Running Rigging replaced in 2023
- Original Spinaker Pole
Hull & Deck & Cockpit Equipment
HULL
- Original gelcoat | Polished in November 2024
- TruDresing Seacocks and thru hulls (2023)
- Hull was fully sanded and treated with Epoxy barrier cost system (2022)
- Antifouling was done in November 2024
DECK
- VETUS horizontal manual anchor winch with capstan
- TEAK grating in cockpit
- Hatch Lenses (replaced in 2024)
- Stainless Steel Genoa Track
- Removable swimming ladder with teak steps
- Dyneema top lifeline (2022)
COCKPIT
- Large cockpit locker
- Folding table (2023)
- Sprayhood (2024)
- Bimini (2023)
Interior
The interior is equipped with a beautifully classic high quality, hard waxed mahogany veneer with solid hardwood floor boars.
*-* Equipped with 1 shower and 1 manual toilet (the shower has never been used by current and previous owner)
GALLEY
The galley is fitted with ample storage, features an upgraded gimballed double zone induction stove cocktop with electric oven and built in fridge. This was all installed/ upgraded in 2023.
SALOON
Interior Upholstery replaced in 2022. Seats 7, and can be converted to an additional double bed and/ or 2x single "Harbour Berths".
Propulsion
This Contest 36 is equipped with:
- Spacious Engine Room (great access), advanced lighting due to LED inserts and renewed sound insulation (2023)
- 39HP YANMAR 3JH5E Diesel engine (2014)
- 3-Bladed folding propellor (2015)
- Vetus waterlift muffler and exhaust hoses (2015)
Navigation & Electronics
NAVIGATION INSTRUMENTS
- ST60 electronics package (Speed, Depth, Wind etc)
- Autopilot
- 2x ST6002 autopilot controllers
- Raymarine Smart Pilot (S3G AST)
- Raymarine Type 1 linear actuator
- LOWRANCE HDS7 Plotter
- Digital (& analog) Barometer
ELECTRONICS
- 100 Ah sealed lead acid starting battery | 2022
- 2x House bank (208 Ah) 12v SOK LifePo4 batteries | 2022
- Multiplus 200/80 inverter charger | 2022
- Victron BMV702 | 2022
- VHF with external handset | 2022
- Mast top VHF antenna and cable replaced in 2023
- MPPT Solar Chargers
- AIS / VHF / GPS | Funaro
- USB Chargers (cabins & salon)
- LED reading lights in all cabins
- 3x Solar Panels | 2x 175W & 1x 325W (all connected to inverter)
- LED Lights throughout
Additional Equipment/ Extra's
This Contest 36 is additionally equipped with but not limited to:
- Diesel Heater | Autotherm 4kW ducted heating (2023)
- Comprehensive list of SAFETY EQUIPMENT
- 16.5kg Delta Anchor with 60M 8mm chain | 2022
- Mooring Lines
- Fenders
- Dinghy & Outboard
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