The Contest 33 stands as a definitive example of the transition from early fiberglass experimentation to the "overbuilt" era of European cruising yachts. Launched in the early 1970s and produced by Conyplex in the Netherlands, this model was designed by Uus van Essen during a period when the shipyard was beginning to solidify its reputation for high-end, blue-water capable vessels. Built under Lloyd's Register supervision, the 33 was marketed as a safe, offshore-capable cruiser that prioritized structural integrity and sea-kindliness over the burgeoning trend of lightweight coastal racers. It shares much of its DNA with the smaller Contest 31 and the later, more modern Contest 34, serving as a middle ground that offered true standing headroom and a separate head—luxuries that were becoming standard for the burgeoning cruising class of the era.
Contest 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Contest
- Model
- 33
- Builder
- Contest Yachts - Conyplex
- Designer
- U. Van Essen/Dick Zaal
- Number Built
- 188
- Production Year(s)
- 1970 - 1975
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $19,603 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $8,112 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $22,735 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $26,498 |
| Apr 2026 | 6 | $26,498 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 13.0% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,218 | 44 | 24 |
| Westerly 33 | 33.27' | $29,225 | 26 | 11 |
| Contest 38s | 38' | $66,565 | 20 | 6 |
| Conyplex 31 HT | 31.17' | $22,965 | 15 | 6 |
| Conyplex 33 | $24,617 | 10 | 7 | |
| Friendship 33 | 33.63' | $38,193 | 10 | 2 |
| Contest 40 S | 39.67' | $187,255 | 9 | 3 |
| Moody 333 | 33' | $27,029 | 8 | 6 |
| CS 33 | 32.67' | $29,950 | 8 | 4 |
| Contest 43 | 42.65' | $193,144 | 7 | 4 |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $19,603 | 5 | 2 |
| Netherlands | $26,498 | 3 | 3 |
| France | $29,443 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Contest 33 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Contest 33 over the past 12 months is $24,617. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Contest 33 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 10 Contest 33 listings over the past 12 months, with 7 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Contest 33 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Contest 33 has increased by 7.64% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Contest 33?
- United Kingdom currently has the lowest median asking price at $19,603, while France is the most expensive at $29,443 — a 50% difference.
- Do Contest 33 listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of Contest 33 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 13.0% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Contest 33?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Westerly 33, Contest 38s. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.