The Contest 31 HT represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Dutch shipyard Conyplex, signaling a shift toward more voluminous, modern cruising designs while retaining the bulletproof construction standards that defined the brand’s early era. Designed by the prolific Dick Zaal, the 31 HT (High Top) was introduced in the mid-1970s as a successor and refined alternative to the earlier Contest 31 designs by Uus van Essen. This model was specifically engineered to meet the growing demand for "living comfort" on a 31-foot platform, featuring a taller coachroof and a more optimized underwater profile than its predecessors. Built with a hand-laid, solid fiberglass hull and an encapsulated keel, the 31 HT earned a reputation as a "little big boat," capable of handling North Sea conditions that would intimidate many contemporary light-displacement vessels of the same length.
Contest 31 HT Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Contest
- Model
- 31 HT
- Builder
- Contest Yachts - Conyplex
- Designer
- Dick Zaal
- Number Built
- 252
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1983
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $25,792 |
| Sep 2025 | 5 | $27,087 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $23,548 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $27,032 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $20,521 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $17,666 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $20,610 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | $19,432 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,218 | 44 | 24 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 31 | 31.56' | $109,527 | 32 | 13 |
| Contest 38s | 38' | $66,565 | 20 | 6 |
| Hallberg-Rassy Monsun 31 | 31' | $28,093 | 20 | 14 |
| Conyplex 31 HT | $22,965 | 15 | 6 | |
| Dufour 31 | 30.83' | $22,376 | 15 | 1 |
| Conyplex 33 | 32.25' | $24,617 | 10 | 7 |
| Contest 40 S | 39.67' | $187,255 | 9 | 3 |
| Cal 31 | 31.5' | $10,500 | 9 | 2 |
| Contest 43 | 42.65' | $193,144 | 7 | 4 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $19,977 | 10 | 5 |
| Germany | $28,265 | 2 | 0 |
| Belgium | $20,610 | 1 | 1 |
| United Kingdom | $27,032 | 1 | 0 |
| Poland | $22,965 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Contest 31 HT cost?
- The median asking price for a used Contest 31 HT over the past 12 months is $22,965. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Contest 31 HT sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 15 Contest 31 HT listings over the past 12 months, with 6 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Contest 31 HT prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Contest 31 HT has decreased by 15.38% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Contest 31 HT?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $19,977, while Germany is the most expensive at $28,265 — a 41% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Contest 31 HT?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Hallberg-Rassy 31, Contest 38s. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.