Contender – 38 Express

Florida, United States
$399,900

Preliminary listing 2008 Contender 38 Express “Sun Scream”. Repowered with 2019 Yamaha 350’s with just under 170 hours…and still under warranty until August 2024. Newer 8 Series Garmins, 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic Boat Info

Make
Contender
Year
2008
Condition
Used
Category
Power
Construction
Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID
JDJ38017L708
Has Hull ID
Yes

Dimensions

Length
39.92 ft
Length Overall
39.92 ft
Beam
11.67 ft
Max Draft
2 ft
Dry Weight
12,700 lb
Cabins Count
2

Engines / Speed

Engines
3
Engine #1 Specs:
  • Make : Yamaha
  • Model : 350
  • Fuel : Unleaded
  • Engine Power : 350 hp
  • Type : Outboard 4 Stroke
Engine #2 Specs:
  • Make : Yamaha
  • Model : 350
  • Fuel : Unleaded
  • Engine Power : 350 hp
  • Type : Outboard 4 Stroke
Engine #3 Specs:
  • Make : Yamaha
  • Model : 350
  • Fuel : Unleaded
  • Engine Power : 350 hp
  • Type : Outboard 4 Stroke
Total Engine Power
1,050 hp

Tanks

Fuel Tanks
1
Fuel Tank Capacity
550 gal
Water Tanks
1
Water Tank Capacity
100 gal
Holding Tank Count
1
Holding Tank Capacity
20 gal

Other

Heads Count
1
Boat Class
Saltwater Fishing

Additional Info

Manufacturer Provided Description

Featuring two large staterooms, a spacious galley and enclosed head and shower, this powerful yet luxurious vessel satisfies the most demanding anglers and the most discriminating cruisers alike. Boasting an 11-foot-7inch beam, a 24-inch draft and 39-foot-11-inch LOA, the Contender 38 comes standard with 460-gallon fuel capacity along with an option to add an additional 110 gallons. Standard air-conditioning and generator power are also standard features. Engineered to accommodate triple engines up to 1100 hp, Contender builds this boat to get there and back with speed and comfort.


Deck/Hull

-Kohler 7.5kw gas generator

-ACR remote spotlight

-Bow thruster

-Cockpit electric grill

-Cockpit bait prep center 

-Cold plate

-Cockpit freezer

-Cockpit refrigerator

-Hi-Low table

-Full enclosure

-Cup holders

-Rupp outriggers

-Salt water washdown

-Freshwater washdown

-Lumitec underwater lights

-Swim ladder

-Trim tabs

-Lewmar windlass

-cockpit air conditioning

-Tower with controls and repeat GPS/VHF

-Tower buggy top

-Life raft six person

-New combing pads (2022)

-Custom teak backed helm chairs


Accomodations

-Cabin air conditioning

-Forward convertible V-berth/Hi-lo table

-TV

-Galley with custom wood cabinetry, sink, granite like counter top

-Microwave over

-Refrigerator

-Mid-cabin with twin bunks

-Enclosed marine head with shower, sink, and storage

-Teak and holly sole

-Two burner electric range


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