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1990 Contest Yachts 43

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Specifications

Model 43
Year 1990
Length 42.7ft (13.0m)
Beam 4.00m
Draft 2.00m
Engine Nanni diesel engine, 62hp, approximately 3400 hours
Fuel Type diesel
Engine Hours 3,400
Engine Make Honda
Engine Model BF5
Engine Power 62 hp
Drive Type outboard
Heating Yes
Solar Panels Yes

Equipment & Extras

heads
2
cabins
3
water capacity
325 litres drinking water tank

Description




The 1990 Contest 43 is a well-built Dutch cruising yacht, British registered. She presents in very good condition forher age, with clear evidence of consistent care from both previous and current owners.Since 2019, the current owners have invested close to €70,000 in maintenance, repairs, and sensible upgrades,helping keep the yacht reliable and ready to cruise. She is fitted with her original 62hp six-cylinder Nanni dieselengine, with approximately 3,400 hours, last antifouled and engine serviced in April 2025 and includes a dingy and aHonda BF5 Outboard.This example benefits from the less common three-cabin layout, making her a practical option for family cruising oraccommodating guests. Below deck, the yacht offers a spacious teak interior that feels warm and comfortable withoutlosing the solid, traditional character Contest yachts are known for.If you are looking for a capable and comfortable family cruiser with strong build quality and in turn-key condition, thisContest 43 is well worth consideration.Please contact us for more details or to arrange a viewing.Sails Asymmetric Spinnaker- Battened Mainsail- Furling GenoaElectronics- Wind Speed and Direction- Compass- Depthsounder- GPS- Log-Speedometer- Plotter- Radio- VHF Wind Speed and DirectionRigging- Spinnaker Pole- Steering WheelInside Equipment- Battery Charger- Electric Bilge Pump- Heating- Hot Water- Manual Bilge Pump- Marine Head- Microwave Oven- Oven- RefrigeratorOutside Equipment/Extras- Davit(s)- Outboard Engine Brackets- Solar Panel- Swimming Ladder- Teak Cockpit- Teak Sidedecks- TenderCovers- Cockpit Cover- Lazy Bag- Lazyjacks- Mainsail Cover- Spray HoodElectrical Equipment- Inverter- Shore Power InletFlag: United Kingdom







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Alicante, Valencian Community, Spain

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