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2008 Contender 38 Express

Name: 2008 Contender 38 Express
Brand: Contender
Availability: InStock

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£295,512

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Specifications

Make Contender

Model 38 Express

Year 2008

Length 38.0ft (11.6m)

Beam 3.56m

Engine 2019 Yamaha 350s, 170 hours

Location Florida, United States

Engine Hours 170

Engine Make Yamaha

Engine Model 350s

Description

OWNER JUST ADDED TWO YEAR YAMAHA EXTENDED WARRANTY2008 Contender 38 Express "Sun Scream". Repowered with 2019 Yamaha 350’s with just under 170 hours…and now under warranty until August 2026. Newer 8 Series Garmin, one owner, lift kept since new. The Yamaha's were just serviced by Tuppen's Marine. "Sun Scream" is turnkey and ready to cruise or fish your favorite waters.The 38 Express was Contender's flagship and is another example of there dominance in the sportfishing world. It boasts the unique Contender ride, smooth, dry, and agile. Designed for fishing and cruising this express is bursting with blue water features yet perfect for yachting between islands.

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Boat Price

Deposit 15% (£44,327)

10% 50%

Loan Term

Interest Rate (APR) 6.9%

4.9% 9.9%

Monthly Finance Payment

£2,904

£251,185 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £392

Insurance £369

Maintenance £542

Fuel £67

Running costs subtotal £1,370/mo

True Monthly Cost

£4,274

Finance + running costs combined

Finance 68% Running costs 32%

Total Interest

£97,240

Total Cost (finance)

£392,752

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