The Contest 30, designed by Gerard Luyten and introduced in the late 1960s, represents a pivotal era for the Dutch builder Conyplex (now Contest Yachts). Following the massive success of the Contest 25, the 30 was engineered to provide a more robust, blue-water capable platform for sailors looking to venture beyond coastal waters. Built with a heavy-duty, hand-laid fiberglass hull, the vessel was a standout for its time, embodying the brand's shift toward high-end, semi-custom quality. While contemporary boats were beginning to experiment with lighter materials, the Contest 30 maintained a philosophy of "over-engineering," resulting in a hull that many owners describe as virtually "bulletproof."
Contest 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Contest
- Model
- 30
- Builder
- Contest Yachts - Conyplex
- Designer
- Dick Zaal
- Number Built
- 80
- Production Year(s)
- 1974 - 1978
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $13,544 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $13,348 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $8,185 |
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 21.4% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,218 | 44 | 24 |
| Contest 38s | 38' | $66,565 | 20 | 6 |
| Conyplex 31 HT | 31.17' | $22,965 | 15 | 6 |
| Moody 30 | 30' | $16,216 | 13 | 6 |
| Cape Dory 30 C | 30.21' | $17,000 | 11 | 2 |
| Conyplex 33 | 32.25' | $24,617 | 10 | 7 |
| Contest 40 S | 39.67' | $187,255 | 9 | 3 |
| Contest 43 | 42.65' | $193,144 | 7 | 4 |
| Baba 30 | 29.75' | $45,695 | 7 | 0 |
| Contest 30 | $13,348 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $13,348 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Contest 30 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Contest 30 over the past 12 months is $13,348. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Contest 30 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Contest 30 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Contest 30 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Contest 30 has decreased by 38.68% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Do Contest 30 listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of Contest 30 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 21.4% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Contest 30?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Contest 38s, Conyplex 31 HT. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.