2008 Contender 28 Sport Boat in Foley, AL 36535 US

WHY BUY THE 2008 CONTENDER 28 SPORTTWIN 2012 YAMAHA F300 POWER CONTENDER - A SERIOUS OFFSHORE NAME

• Contender has built its reputation around high-performance offshore fishing boats.
• The 28 Sport is not a lightweight recreational center console - it was designed around serious fishing and offshore performance.
• Contender's semi-custom approach means these boats were built with the serious angler in mind.
• The 28 Sport has a reputation for a legendary rough-water ride and high-performance hull characteristics.
• This is the kind of boat designed to get you offshore, get you to the fish and get you home.

24.5° DEEP-V HULL

• One of the biggest selling points of the 28 Sport is its 24.5° aft deadrise.
• The deep-V hull is designed to slice through offshore chop rather than pounding across it.
• Excellent design for Gulf Coast waters where conditions can change quickly.
• The hull provides the combination of speed, stability and offshore ride quality that serious anglers look for.
• This is a major reason the Contender 28 Sport remains desirable even as a used boat.

A TRUE 28-FOOT PLATFORM

• 28' overall length gives you a substantial offshore fishing platform.
• 8'10" beam provides a large, open cockpit while remaining relatively easy to trailer compared with wider offshore boats.
• Approximately 4,700 lbs dry weight before engines, fuel and gear.
• The relatively light hull combined with 600 horsepower creates an impressive power-to-weight ratio.
• Large enough for offshore fishing without becoming a difficult-to-manage 30+ foot boat.

THE BIG STORY - TWIN YAMAHA F300s

• This particular boat has been repowered with twin 2012 Yamaha F300s.
• That gives the boat a full 600 horsepower.
• The 28 Sport is rated for up to 600 HP, making the twin F300 configuration an excellent match for the hull.
• The Yamaha F300 is a 4.2-liter V6 four-stroke producing 300 horsepower per engine.
• Fuel-injected four-stroke design provides strong torque, smooth operation and excellent throttle response.
• Twin engines provide redundancy - especially important when operating offshore.
• Having newer power than the original 2008 engines can be a major advantage when comparing this boat to other older 28 Sports.

⚡ 600 HORSEPOWER ON A 4,700-LB HULL

• This is where the 28 Sport becomes a true performance boat.
• Approximately 4,700 lbs of dry hull weight paired with 600 HP creates an impressive power-to-weight ratio.
• Strong acceleration getting the boat on top of the water.
• Excellent mid-range cruising performance.
• Plenty of reserve power when carrying a full load of fuel, passengers and fishing gear.
• Twin F300s give the boat the power needed to take advantage of its high-performance deep-V design.

BUILT AROUND FISHING

• The 28 Sport was designed from the ground up as a serious fishing platform.
• Large single-level cockpit provides excellent movement around the boat.
• Raised livewell keeps bait readily accessible.
• Multiple large-capacity fishboxes provide room for a successful offshore trip.
• Leaning post/tackle-center configuration keeps fishing equipment organized.
• Numerous rod holders provide storage for rods while keeping the cockpit clear.
• Under-gunwale and dedicated rod storage help keep expensive equipment protected.
• Walk-through transom makes getting in and out of the water much easier.
• Recessed bow rail keeps the deck clean while providing security forward.

FISHING FEATURES THAT MATTER

• Large livewell for offshore bait.
• Forward fishboxes for keeping larger fish separated from the cockpit.
• Aft fishboxes for additional capacity.
• Tackle storage built into the leaning-post area.
• Rod storage keeps equipment organized.
• Raw-water washdown makes cleanup much easier.
• Trim tabs allow the captain to adjust the hull to changing sea conditions.
• Open cockpit makes it easy for multiple anglers to work a fish around the boat.

PERFECT FOR GULF COAST FISHING

• This boat is especially well suited for Gulf Coast offshore fishing.
• Excellent platform for running out of Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Destin, Pensacola and surrounding areas.
• The deep-V hull is a major advantage when afternoon conditions build.
• Twin engines provide additional confidence when operating well offshore.
• 185 gallons of fuel gives the boat the capacity needed for serious offshore trips.
• This is a boat designed for someone who actually wants to leave the inlet and go fishing.

⛽ 185-GALLON FUEL CAPACITY

• 185 gallons provides substantial fuel capacity for a 28-foot center console.
• Gives the owner flexibility for longer offshore runs.
• Allows more time fishing instead of worrying about fuel.
• Particularly valuable with twin 300-hp engines because the boat has the fuel capacity to take advantage of its performance.
• Actual range will depend on load, sea conditions, propellers, engine condition and cruising RPM.

PERFORMANCE POTENTIAL

• Twin F300s put the boat at the 600-hp maximum rating.
• Comparable Contender 28 Sport configurations with twin F300s have been documented as capable of exceeding 60 knots depending on setup.
• That puts this boat firmly in the high-performance offshore center-console category.
• More importantly, the extra horsepower isn't just about top speed - it provides strong acceleration and excellent cruise capability.
• The boat has enough power to maintain performance even when loaded with fuel, gear and passengers.

PROVEN, SIMPLE FOUR-STROKE POWER

• Yamaha's F300 uses a 4.2L V6 architecture.
• Electronic fuel injection provides consistent starting and throttle response.
• Four-stroke operation means no oil/fuel mixing.
• Yamaha's F300 platform is well established and widely supported.
• Counter-rotating twin-engine setups can improve handling and reduce propeller torque effects.
• For a used boat buyer, the availability of Yamaha service knowledge and parts is a significant benefit.

⚓ OFFSHORE CONFIDENCE

• The combination of:
  • 24.5° deep-V
  • substantial fiberglass hull
  • twin engines
  • 185-gallon fuel capacity
  • high freeboard
  • large cockpit
• gives the 28 Sport a very serious offshore presence.
• The hull is designed around maintaining control and comfort when conditions become challenging.
• This is the kind of boat experienced offshore anglers appreciate because the ride is part of the boat's value.

GREAT PLATFORM FOR MODERN ELECTRONICS

• The large center console gives you room for substantial navigation and fishing electronics.
• A buyer can configure the helm around modern GPS/chartplotter, sonar, radar and VHF equipment.
• Depending on the current equipment on this particular boat, modern electronics can make the package even more attractive.
• The boat's offshore capability makes quality electronics particularly valuable.

A GREAT REPPOWER CANDIDATE

• The 2008 hull is old enough that many competing boats are still running very old original engines.
• This boat has already received a major upgrade with twin 300-hp Yamahas.
• That means the buyer gets a proven Contender hull with a significantly newer power package.
• The repower can provide peace of mind and reduce the likelihood that the buyer immediately has to budget for a complete engine replacement.
• A properly documented repower with good service records can be one of the strongest selling points of this boat.

WHY BUY THIS ONE INSTEAD OF ANOTHER USED 28?

• You're getting the Contender 28 Sport hull.
• You're getting 600 HP.
• You're getting twin Yamaha F300 four-strokes.
• You're getting an established offshore fishing platform.
• You're getting a large 185-gallon fuel capacity.
• You're getting the 24.5° deep-V ride.
• You're getting a boat that has already received one of the most expensive upgrades an older boat can need - newer engines.
• You're not paying for a brand-new 28-foot offshore boat while still getting serious offshore performance.

THE BEST PART OF THIS BOAT

The age of the hull doesn't tell the whole story.

• A 2008 Contender with tired original engines is one thing.
• A 2008 Contender with twin 2012 Yamaha F300s is a completely different proposition.
• The buyer is getting a proven hull paired with 600 horsepower of newer four-stroke Yamaha power.
• That combination gives the boat a much longer useful life and makes it more attractive to someone who wants performance without the price of a new offshore boat.

⭐ TOP 15 REASONS TO BUY

1. Contender 28 Sport offshore hull
2. 24.5° deep-V deadrise
3. Twin Yamaha F300 four-strokes
4. 600 total horsepower
5. 2012 repower - newer than the 2008 hull
6. 185-gallon fuel capacity
7. Approximately 4,700-lb dry hull
8. Excellent power-to-weight ratio
9. Legendary Contender offshore ride
10. Large open fishing cockpit
11. Multiple fishboxes
12. Large livewell
13. Serious rod and tackle storage
14. Twin-engine offshore redundancy
15. High-performance boat without new-boat pricing

THE BOTTOM LINE

The 2008 Contender 28 Sport with twin 2012 Yamaha F300s is a boat for someone who wants performance and offshore capability without spending new-boat money.

The 24.5° deep-V hull, 600 horsepower, 185-gallon fuel capacity and serious fishing layout make this a legitimate offshore machine. The biggest advantage is the repower - the buyer gets the proven 28 Sport hull while stepping up to twin 4.2L Yamaha F300 four-strokes.

For a Gulf Coast buyer, this is exactly the kind of boat that can run offshore, fish hard, handle changing conditions and get you back home with confidence.