Contender 38 Express
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XPresented For Sale By:
Allen Harbor Marine Service Inc.
United States
| Make | Contender |
|---|---|
| Model | 38 Express |
| Year | 2009 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$299,000 |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Saltwater Fishing |
| Length | 40 ft / 12.17 m |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | Harwich Port, Massachusetts, United States |
| LOA | 38 ft / 11.58 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 11 ft 8 in / 3.56 m |
| Min. Draft | 2 ft / 0.61 m |
| Dry Weight | 12700 lb |
| Engine Type | Outboard-4S |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yamaha |
| Engine Model | F350XCB |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Engine Year | 2016 |
| Power | 350 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 1008 |
| Engine Type | Outboard-4S |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yamaha |
| Engine Model | F350XCB |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Engine Year | 2016 |
| Power | 350 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 1008 |
| Engine Type | Outboard-4S |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yamaha |
| Engine Model | F350XCB |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Engine Year | 2016 |
| Power | 350 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 1008 |
| Fuel Tanks | 510 gal |
|---|---|
| Hull Shape | Deep Vee |
| Hull Warranty | None |
Description
2009 Contender 38 Express
– Triple Yamaha Power, Custom Tower, and Luxury Upgrades
Experience the perfect blend of offshore performance and luxury comfort with this 2009 Contender 38 Express. Repowered in June 2016 with triple 350HP Yamaha Four Strokes (currently 1,008+ hours and in use), this vessel is meticulously maintained by a certified dealer since 2019. Recent upgrades include new windshield gaskets (2022), Awlgrip repainting of the helm deck and cabin sides (2022), and a full canvas enclosure replacement (2020).
Performance & Reliability
- Engines: Triple Yamaha 350HP Four Strokes (repowered 2016, 1,008 hours+ IN USE)
- Generator: New 2023 diesel generator for reliable power offshore
- Fuel Capacity: Upgraded 510 gallons for extended range
- Bow Thruster: Enhanced maneuverability in tight quarters
Electronics & Navigation
- Comprehensive Furuno TZ Touch package: dual 12" displays at the helm, 8" in the tower
- TR1 autopilot (tower and helm controls)
- Furuno open array radar, Garmin SAT weather, ACR spotlight
- Three radios (two at helm, one in tower) for communication redundancy
Fishing Features
- Custom tuna tower with molded fiberglass hardtop, buggy top, and bolstered belly band
- Release Marine 4-hole rocket launcher, Rupp outriggers, and ample rod storage
- Dual 45-gallon transom live wells and two 110-gallon in-deck fish boxes
- Tackle center, sink, and under-gunwale rope lighting for serious anglers
Luxury & Comfort
- Two spacious staterooms and a well-equipped galley with Corian countertops, stainless sink, Isotherm refrigerator, microwave, and ceramic cooktop
- Enclosed head with shower, Corian vanity, and Tankwatch system
- Helm deck air conditioning, U-shaped forward seating (converts to berth), and settee to port
- Custom V-berth with under-storage and cherry woodwork throughout
- KVH satellite TV, flat screen TVs in cabin and aft stateroom, Clarion/JL Audio sound system
Recent Upgrades & Maintenance
- All windshield gaskets replaced (2022)
- Helm deck and cabin sides repainted with Awlgrip (2022)
- Full canvas enclosure replaced (2020)
- New diesel generator (2023)
- Maintained by certified dealer since 2019
Additional Features
- Life raft included for peace of mind
- Bow thruster, underwater lights, and custom storage solutions
- 11’7” beam, 24” draft, and 39’11” LOA for a stable, spacious ride
Whether you’re a dedicated angler seeking tournament-level features or a family looking for luxury cruising comfort, this Contender 38 Express delivers. With premium upgrades, proven Yamaha power, and a host of thoughtful amenities, it’s ready for your next adventure—offshore or inshore.
Engines
Repowered in 6/16 with triple 350HP Yamaha FS engines. (1008 hours).
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
Allen Harbor Marine Service Inc.
United States
Presented For Sale By:
Allen Harbor Marine Service Inc.
United States
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