The Contest 48CS (Custom System) represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Dutch yard Conyplex, marking a transition toward more sophisticated, modern performance cruisers designed for shorthanded long-distance voyaging. Launched in the late 1990s as a successor to the popular Contest 46, the 48CS was one of the first models in the fleet to fully embrace vacuum-infusion construction, a process that significantly improved the hull’s strength-to-weight ratio compared to traditional hand-laid laminates. Designed by Georg Nissen with an interior by Dick Young, this model bridges the gap between the classic, heavy-displacement "tank-like" builds of the 1980s and the sleek, high-performance luxury yachts of the current era. It remains a benchmark for the 50-foot center-cockpit class, prized by sailors who prioritize the safety of high bulwarks and a deep, protected cockpit without sacrificing the "Dutch approach" to refined sailing aesthetics.
Used Contest 48 CS Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Contest
- Model
- 48 CS
- Builder
- Contest Yachts - Conyplex
- Designer
- Dick Zaal / Georg Nissen
- Number Built
- 64
- Production Year(s)
- 1996 - 2002
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