The Contest 46 represents a pivotal era for the Dutch shipyard Conyplex, bridging the gap between the heavy-displacement traditionalists of the 1970s and the modern, sleek performance cruisers that define the brand today. Introduced in the late 1980s and designed by Dick Zaal, the Contest 46 was engineered as a robust, center-cockpit blue-water cruiser capable of traversing oceans while providing a level of interior joinery that remains a benchmark for the industry. Built to Lloyd’s specifications, the hull is a solid laminate construction, reflecting the builder's philosophy that a yacht intended for the open sea should prioritize structural integrity over raw speed.
Contest 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Contest
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Contest Yachts - Conyplex
- Designer
- Dick Zaal
- Number Built
- 55
- Production Year(s)
- 1987 - 1996
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $141,325 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $165,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $217,875 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $272,766 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $246,562 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau Oceanis 46 | 47.24' | $186,227 | 95 | 20 |
| Hylas 46 | 46.25' | $420,000 | 38 | 13 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,608 | 24 | 7 |
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Conyplex 33 | 32.25' | $24,617 | 10 | 7 |
| Contest 45 CS | 44.95' | $552,344 | 9 | 5 |
| Contest 40 S | 39.67' | $187,255 | 9 | 3 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| Contest 43 | 42.65' | $193,144 | 7 | 4 |
| Bowman 46 | 46.26' | $219,101 | 6 | 6 |
| Contest 46 | $217,875 | 5 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $272,766 | 1 | 0 |
| Denmark | $246,562 | 1 | 1 |
| Spain | $141,325 | 1 | 0 |
| France | $217,875 | 1 | 0 |
| United States | $165,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Contest 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Contest 46 over the past 12 months is $217,875. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Contest 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Contest 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Contest 46 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Contest 46 has increased by 13.17% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Contest 46?
- Spain currently has the lowest median asking price at $141,325, while Belgium is the most expensive at $272,766 — a 93% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Contest 46?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau Oceanis 46, Hylas 46, Hallberg-Rassy 46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.