Contest 43

Boat Overview

The 1990 Contest 43 is a well-built Dutch cruising yacht, British registered. She presents in very good condition for her age, with clear evidence of consistent care from both previous and current owners.

Maintenance and Upgrades

Since 2019, the current owners have invested close to €70,000 in maintenance, repairs, and sensible upgrades, helping keep the yacht reliable and ready to cruise.

Engine Details

• Engine Type: Original 62hp six-cylinder Nanni diesel engine


• Engine Hours: Approximately 3,400 hours


• Last Antifouled and Engine Serviced: April 2025

Included Equipment

• Dinghy


• Honda BF5 Outboard

Layout and Interior

This example benefits from the less common three-cabin layout, making her a practical option for family cruising or accommodating guests. Below deck, the yacht offers a spacious teak interior that feels warm and comfortable without losing the solid, traditional character Contest yachts are known for.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a capable and comfortable family cruiser with strong build quality and in turn-key condition, this Contest 43 is well worth consideration. Please contact us for more details or to arrange a viewing.

Sails

• Asymmetric Spinnaker


• Battened Mainsail


• Furling Genoa

Electronics

• Wind Speed and Direction


• Compass


• Depthsounder


• GPS


• Log-Speedometer


• Plotter


• Radio


• VHF Wind Speed and Direction

Rigging

• Spinnaker Pole


• Steering Wheel

Inside Equipment

• Battery Charger


• Electric Bilge Pump


• Heating


• Hot Water


• Manual Bilge Pump


• Marine Head


• Microwave Oven


• Oven


• Refrigerator

Outside Equipment/Extras

• Davit(s)


• Outboard Engine Brackets


• Solar Panel


• Swimming Ladder


• Teak Cockpit


• Teak Sidedecks


• Tender

Covers

• Cockpit Cover


• Lazy Bag


• Lazyjacks


• Mainsail Cover


• Spray Hood

Electrical Equipment

• Inverter


• Shore Power Inlet

Flag

United Kingdom