The Contest 31, launched in the early 1970s by the Conyplex yard (now Contest Yachts) in the Netherlands, represents a pivotal era in Dutch yacht building where traditional seaworthiness began to merge with modern fiberglass series production. Designed by Dick Zaal, a name synonymous with robust, long-distance cruisers, the 31 was engineered to handle the demanding conditions of the North Sea while offering a level of interior refinement that surpassed many of its contemporary European rivals. According to the Contest Yachts Previous Models archive, this model was part of a lineage that focused on "overbuilt" safety standards, a philosophy that has allowed many of these vessels to remain in active service decades after their launch.
Contest 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Contest
- Model
- 31
- Builder
- Contest Yachts - Conyplex
- Designer
- U. van Essen
- Number Built
- 110
- Production Year(s)
- 1971 - 1974
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $11,604 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $24,740 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,233 | 44 | 24 |
| Moody 31 Mk I | 30.75' | $28,372 | 22 | 11 |
| Hallberg-Rassy Monsun 31 | 31' | $28,104 | 20 | 14 |
| Conyplex 31 HT | 31.17' | $22,972 | 15 | 6 |
| Dufour 31 | 30.83' | $22,383 | 15 | 1 |
| Tartan 31 | 31.33' | $34,000 | 14 | 0 |
| Conyplex 33 | 32.25' | $24,621 | 10 | 7 |
| CAL 31 | 31.5' | $10,500 | 9 | 2 |
| Contest 43 | 42.65' | $193,204 | 7 | 4 |
| Conyplex 31 | $18,172 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $11,604 | 1 | 0 |
| Poland | $24,740 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Contest 31 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Contest 31 over the past 12 months is $18,172. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Contest 31 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Contest 31 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Contest 31 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Contest 31 has increased by 36.14% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Contest 31?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $11,604, while Poland is the most expensive at $24,740 — a 113% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Contest 31?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Moody 31 Mk I, Hallberg-Rassy Monsun 31. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.