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Built in 2008
38 Express
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38 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
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OWNER MOVING UP -- $20,000 Price Reduction 3/2014 -- Call with an Offer, She Won't Last at This Price!!!2008 38' Contender Express with Custom Tower -- Triple 350 Yamaha's Under Warranty through 9/2014 & Loaded with Upgrades Options Include Cockpit A/C, LED Underwater Lights, Bow Thruster, FLIR Night Vision, Kohler Generator, Garmin & Furuno Electronics Package, Windlass + Much More
� Key Features & Upgrades:
� Fresh Bottom Paint, New Zincs 2/2014
� Triple Yamaha 350 Outboards - Under Warranty until 9/2014 (New Lower Units on each Engine 12/2012)
� Full Tower
� Bow Thruster
� Kohler Generator
� Cockpit Air Conditioning
� LED Underwater Lights (Multicolor Red, Blue & White)
� FLIR Night Vision
� Windlass
� Outriggers - Lee with Center Rigger
� Garmin 4212 + (2) Furuno NavNet units on Lower Helm
� Jensen Stereo System w/ Sub-woofer
� Full Strata Glass Enclosure
� Helm Station / Electronics:
� (2) Furuno NavNet
� Furuno Open Array Radar
� (2) Transducers multi frequency
� Garmin 4212
� (2) Standard Horizon VHF GX5505
� Simrad Autopilot
� FLIR Night Vision
� ACR Spotlight
� Bow Thruster
� Windlass Controls
� Air Conditioning (Cabin + Cockpit)
� Trim Tabs
� (2) Lee Custom Helm Chairs
� Full Strata Glass enclosure (like new)
� Engine Warranty Until September 2014
� Jensen Stereo System with Amplifier
� Sub-woofer & Cockpit Speakers
� LED Lights Multicolor Red, Blue, & White
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Interior Accommodations:
� Air Conditioning & Heat
� Skylight Cabin Hatch
� Enclosed Head & Shower Compartment
� Galley with Sink and Dual Burner Stove Top
� Custom Granite Counter Tops Throughout
� Microwave & Refrigerator
� (2) Flat Panel TV/DVD Player
� Twin Berths Forward with Hi-Lo Dinette Table
� Custom Under Bunk Storage
� Aft Cabin with Twin Berths & Under Bunk Storage
� Cabin Lighting
� Top-quality Interior Cabin Fabrics
� Fishing Equipment - Tower & Cockpit:
� Custom Tower with Controls
� Lee Out Riggers including Center Rigger
� Padded Back Rest
� Furuno VX2
� Tower Steps Port & Starboard
� (21) Rod Holders on Tower Rocket Launcher
� (8) Lee Rod Holders Gunwales
� Cockpit Tackle Station
� (2) 110 gal Fish boxes with Macerator pumps
� (2) Livewell Pumps
� (2) 45 Gal livewells - Pressurized
� (2) Multi Frequency transducers
� Dive Door
� Salt Water wash down
� Fresh water wash down
� Coaming Bolsters throughout cockpit
� Large Lazarette allows easy access to manifolds & thru hulls for bait tank
� Hull & Deck:
� Hand-Laid Fiberglass Throughout High Tech Construction Using Multi-Directional Fabric & Foam Cored Solid Glass Stringer System
� Foam Floatation
� Integral Dive Platform, Full Transom & Transom Door
� Self-Bailing Cockpit
� Non-Skid Cockpit Sole & Deck
� Heavy Duty Rub Rail
� Hull and Decks on the 38 Express are hand-Laid fiberglass throughout using multi-directional fabric for strength and durability.
� Mechanical & Deck Hardware:
� Kohler Generator
� International Lighting
� Cockpit Lighting
� Cabin Air and Heat
� Bow Thruster
� Bow Side Lights
� Dual Hydraulic Steering with Power Assist Pump
� K-Plane Trim Tabs
� Waterproof Switches & Breaker Panel with Indicator Lights
� (3) 2000 GPH Auto/Manual Bilge Pump
� High Speed Compass
� Shorepower Hook-up with Battery Charger
� Anchor Windlass System
� Freshwater System
� Saltwater System
� Instant Hot Water
� Fuel Management System
� Mercathode System
� Hardware:
� Chrome on Bronze or Stainless Steel Hardware
� Heavy Duty Lifting Rings
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Bow Cleats
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Stern Cleats
â�¢ (2) 10�¿ Spring Line Cleats - Midship
â�¢ (4) Lee�¿s Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders
� Custom Aluminum Bow Rail
� Wrap Around Windshield
� Compartments & Consoles:
� Cockpit Sole & Deck Compartments:
� Forward Anchor Locker with Storage
� Dry Storage Under Deck
â�¢ (2) 110 Gal. Fully Lined & Insulated Aft Fish Boxes �¿ Port & Strbd
� Twin 45 Gal. Transom Livewells with Plumbing, Aft Above Deck
� In the center line aft in the cockpit is a large Lazarette which allows easy access to the labeled bait tank manifolds, thru-hulls for the bait tanks, and the two 2,000 gph bilge pumps. Here you will find the fuel filters for the three powerful outboard motors mounted in a spot to facilitate easy service. Forward are the captain's chair, co-pilot seat and passenger seats manufactured by Lee. These beautifully crafted seats conceal sink, cuttingboard, and an electric grill. The Lee seats offer plenty of comfort and durability, they also make a beautiful addition with their chrome hardware and white upholstery.
� Driver's Side Console:
� Locking Electronic Storage
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Console Handrails
� Forward U-Shaped Setee with Hi-Lo Table & Convertible Berth
� Custom Fiberglass Leaning Post System with Captain Chairs
� Companion Side Console:
� Forward Sun Lounge
� Bait Prep Center with Chill Box and Tackle Drawer Storage
� Above Deck Custom Freezer with Built-in Cup Holders Max HP: 1100
Length Overall: 39' 11"
Beam: 11' 8"
Draft: 2'
Dry Weight: 12,700 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 480 gal
� Key Features & Upgrades:
� Fresh Bottom Paint, New Zincs 2/2014
� Triple Yamaha 350 Outboards - Under Warranty until 9/2014 (New Lower Units on each Engine 12/2012)
� Full Tower
� Bow Thruster
� Kohler Generator
� Cockpit Air Conditioning
� LED Underwater Lights (Multicolor Red, Blue & White)
� FLIR Night Vision
� Windlass
� Outriggers - Lee with Center Rigger
� Garmin 4212 + (2) Furuno NavNet units on Lower Helm
� Jensen Stereo System w/ Sub-woofer
� Full Strata Glass Enclosure
� Helm Station / Electronics:
� (2) Furuno NavNet
� Furuno Open Array Radar
� (2) Transducers multi frequency
� Garmin 4212
� (2) Standard Horizon VHF GX5505
� Simrad Autopilot
� FLIR Night Vision
� ACR Spotlight
� Bow Thruster
� Windlass Controls
� Air Conditioning (Cabin + Cockpit)
� Trim Tabs
� (2) Lee Custom Helm Chairs
� Full Strata Glass enclosure (like new)
� Engine Warranty Until September 2014
� Jensen Stereo System with Amplifier
� Sub-woofer & Cockpit Speakers
� LED Lights Multicolor Red, Blue, & White
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Interior Accommodations:
� Air Conditioning & Heat
� Skylight Cabin Hatch
� Enclosed Head & Shower Compartment
� Galley with Sink and Dual Burner Stove Top
� Custom Granite Counter Tops Throughout
� Microwave & Refrigerator
� (2) Flat Panel TV/DVD Player
� Twin Berths Forward with Hi-Lo Dinette Table
� Custom Under Bunk Storage
� Aft Cabin with Twin Berths & Under Bunk Storage
� Cabin Lighting
� Top-quality Interior Cabin Fabrics
� Fishing Equipment - Tower & Cockpit:
� Custom Tower with Controls
� Lee Out Riggers including Center Rigger
� Padded Back Rest
� Furuno VX2
� Tower Steps Port & Starboard
� (21) Rod Holders on Tower Rocket Launcher
� (8) Lee Rod Holders Gunwales
� Cockpit Tackle Station
� (2) 110 gal Fish boxes with Macerator pumps
� (2) Livewell Pumps
� (2) 45 Gal livewells - Pressurized
� (2) Multi Frequency transducers
� Dive Door
� Salt Water wash down
� Fresh water wash down
� Coaming Bolsters throughout cockpit
� Large Lazarette allows easy access to manifolds & thru hulls for bait tank
� Hull & Deck:
� Hand-Laid Fiberglass Throughout High Tech Construction Using Multi-Directional Fabric & Foam Cored Solid Glass Stringer System
� Foam Floatation
� Integral Dive Platform, Full Transom & Transom Door
� Self-Bailing Cockpit
� Non-Skid Cockpit Sole & Deck
� Heavy Duty Rub Rail
� Hull and Decks on the 38 Express are hand-Laid fiberglass throughout using multi-directional fabric for strength and durability.
� Mechanical & Deck Hardware:
� Kohler Generator
� International Lighting
� Cockpit Lighting
� Cabin Air and Heat
� Bow Thruster
� Bow Side Lights
� Dual Hydraulic Steering with Power Assist Pump
� K-Plane Trim Tabs
� Waterproof Switches & Breaker Panel with Indicator Lights
� (3) 2000 GPH Auto/Manual Bilge Pump
� High Speed Compass
� Shorepower Hook-up with Battery Charger
� Anchor Windlass System
� Freshwater System
� Saltwater System
� Instant Hot Water
� Fuel Management System
� Mercathode System
� Hardware:
� Chrome on Bronze or Stainless Steel Hardware
� Heavy Duty Lifting Rings
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Bow Cleats
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Stern Cleats
â�¢ (2) 10�¿ Spring Line Cleats - Midship
â�¢ (4) Lee�¿s Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders
� Custom Aluminum Bow Rail
� Wrap Around Windshield
� Compartments & Consoles:
� Cockpit Sole & Deck Compartments:
� Forward Anchor Locker with Storage
� Dry Storage Under Deck
â�¢ (2) 110 Gal. Fully Lined & Insulated Aft Fish Boxes �¿ Port & Strbd
� Twin 45 Gal. Transom Livewells with Plumbing, Aft Above Deck
� In the center line aft in the cockpit is a large Lazarette which allows easy access to the labeled bait tank manifolds, thru-hulls for the bait tanks, and the two 2,000 gph bilge pumps. Here you will find the fuel filters for the three powerful outboard motors mounted in a spot to facilitate easy service. Forward are the captain's chair, co-pilot seat and passenger seats manufactured by Lee. These beautifully crafted seats conceal sink, cuttingboard, and an electric grill. The Lee seats offer plenty of comfort and durability, they also make a beautiful addition with their chrome hardware and white upholstery.
� Driver's Side Console:
� Locking Electronic Storage
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Console Handrails
� Forward U-Shaped Setee with Hi-Lo Table & Convertible Berth
� Custom Fiberglass Leaning Post System with Captain Chairs
� Companion Side Console:
� Forward Sun Lounge
� Bait Prep Center with Chill Box and Tackle Drawer Storage
� Above Deck Custom Freezer with Built-in Cup Holders Max HP: 1100
Length Overall: 39' 11"
Beam: 11' 8"
Draft: 2'
Dry Weight: 12,700 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 480 gal
Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
38ft
Hull Material
fiberglass
OWNER MOVING UP -- $20,000 Price Reduction 3/2014 -- Call with an Offer, She Won't Last at This Price!!!2008 38' Contender Express with Custom Tower -- Triple 350 Yamaha's Under Warranty through 9/2014 & Loaded with Upgrades Options Include Cockpit A/C, LED Underwater Lights, Bow Thruster, FLIR Night Vision, Kohler Generator, Garmin & Furuno Electronics Package, Windlass + Much More
� Key Features & Upgrades:
� Fresh Bottom Paint, New Zincs 2/2014
� Triple Yamaha 350 Outboards - Under Warranty until 9/2014 (New Lower Units on each Engine 12/2012)
� Full Tower
� Bow Thruster
� Kohler Generator
� Cockpit Air Conditioning
� LED Underwater Lights (Multicolor Red, Blue & White)
� FLIR Night Vision
� Windlass
� Outriggers - Lee with Center Rigger
� Garmin 4212 + (2) Furuno NavNet units on Lower Helm
� Jensen Stereo System w/ Sub-woofer
� Full Strata Glass Enclosure
� Helm Station / Electronics:
� (2) Furuno NavNet
� Furuno Open Array Radar
� (2) Transducers multi frequency
� Garmin 4212
� (2) Standard Horizon VHF GX5505
� Simrad Autopilot
� FLIR Night Vision
� ACR Spotlight
� Bow Thruster
� Windlass Controls
� Air Conditioning (Cabin + Cockpit)
� Trim Tabs
� (2) Lee Custom Helm Chairs
� Full Strata Glass enclosure (like new)
� Engine Warranty Until September 2014
� Jensen Stereo System with Amplifier
� Sub-woofer & Cockpit Speakers
� LED Lights Multicolor Red, Blue, & White
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Interior Accommodations:
� Air Conditioning & Heat
� Skylight Cabin Hatch
� Enclosed Head & Shower Compartment
� Galley with Sink and Dual Burner Stove Top
� Custom Granite Counter Tops Throughout
� Microwave & Refrigerator
� (2) Flat Panel TV/DVD Player
� Twin Berths Forward with Hi-Lo Dinette Table
� Custom Under Bunk Storage
� Aft Cabin with Twin Berths & Under Bunk Storage
� Cabin Lighting
� Top-quality Interior Cabin Fabrics
� Fishing Equipment - Tower & Cockpit:
� Custom Tower with Controls
� Lee Out Riggers including Center Rigger
� Padded Back Rest
� Furuno VX2
� Tower Steps Port & Starboard
� (21) Rod Holders on Tower Rocket Launcher
� (8) Lee Rod Holders Gunwales
� Cockpit Tackle Station
� (2) 110 gal Fish boxes with Macerator pumps
� (2) Livewell Pumps
� (2) 45 Gal livewells - Pressurized
� (2) Multi Frequency transducers
� Dive Door
� Salt Water wash down
� Fresh water wash down
� Coaming Bolsters throughout cockpit
� Large Lazarette allows easy access to manifolds & thru hulls for bait tank
� Hull & Deck:
� Hand-Laid Fiberglass Throughout High Tech Construction Using Multi-Directional Fabric & Foam Cored Solid Glass Stringer System
� Foam Floatation
� Integral Dive Platform, Full Transom & Transom Door
� Self-Bailing Cockpit
� Non-Skid Cockpit Sole & Deck
� Heavy Duty Rub Rail
� Hull and Decks on the 38 Express are hand-Laid fiberglass throughout using multi-directional fabric for strength and durability.
� Mechanical & Deck Hardware:
� Kohler Generator
� International Lighting
� Cockpit Lighting
� Cabin Air and Heat
� Bow Thruster
� Bow Side Lights
� Dual Hydraulic Steering with Power Assist Pump
� K-Plane Trim Tabs
� Waterproof Switches & Breaker Panel with Indicator Lights
� (3) 2000 GPH Auto/Manual Bilge Pump
� High Speed Compass
� Shorepower Hook-up with Battery Charger
� Anchor Windlass System
� Freshwater System
� Saltwater System
� Instant Hot Water
� Fuel Management System
� Mercathode System
� Hardware:
� Chrome on Bronze or Stainless Steel Hardware
� Heavy Duty Lifting Rings
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Bow Cleats
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Stern Cleats
â�¢ (2) 10�¿ Spring Line Cleats - Midship
â�¢ (4) Lee�¿s Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders
� Custom Aluminum Bow Rail
� Wrap Around Windshield
� Compartments & Consoles:
� Cockpit Sole & Deck Compartments:
� Forward Anchor Locker with Storage
� Dry Storage Under Deck
â�¢ (2) 110 Gal. Fully Lined & Insulated Aft Fish Boxes �¿ Port & Strbd
� Twin 45 Gal. Transom Livewells with Plumbing, Aft Above Deck
� In the center line aft in the cockpit is a large Lazarette which allows easy access to the labeled bait tank manifolds, thru-hulls for the bait tanks, and the two 2,000 gph bilge pumps. Here you will find the fuel filters for the three powerful outboard motors mounted in a spot to facilitate easy service. Forward are the captain's chair, co-pilot seat and passenger seats manufactured by Lee. These beautifully crafted seats conceal sink, cuttingboard, and an electric grill. The Lee seats offer plenty of comfort and durability, they also make a beautiful addition with their chrome hardware and white upholstery.
� Driver's Side Console:
� Locking Electronic Storage
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Console Handrails
� Forward U-Shaped Setee with Hi-Lo Table & Convertible Berth
� Custom Fiberglass Leaning Post System with Captain Chairs
� Companion Side Console:
� Forward Sun Lounge
� Bait Prep Center with Chill Box and Tackle Drawer Storage
� Above Deck Custom Freezer with Built-in Cup Holders Max HP: 1100 Length Overall: 39' 11" Beam: 11' 8" Draft: 2' Dry Weight: 12,700 lbs Fuel Capacity: 480 gal
� Key Features & Upgrades:
� Fresh Bottom Paint, New Zincs 2/2014
� Triple Yamaha 350 Outboards - Under Warranty until 9/2014 (New Lower Units on each Engine 12/2012)
� Full Tower
� Bow Thruster
� Kohler Generator
� Cockpit Air Conditioning
� LED Underwater Lights (Multicolor Red, Blue & White)
� FLIR Night Vision
� Windlass
� Outriggers - Lee with Center Rigger
� Garmin 4212 + (2) Furuno NavNet units on Lower Helm
� Jensen Stereo System w/ Sub-woofer
� Full Strata Glass Enclosure
� Helm Station / Electronics:
� (2) Furuno NavNet
� Furuno Open Array Radar
� (2) Transducers multi frequency
� Garmin 4212
� (2) Standard Horizon VHF GX5505
� Simrad Autopilot
� FLIR Night Vision
� ACR Spotlight
� Bow Thruster
� Windlass Controls
� Air Conditioning (Cabin + Cockpit)
� Trim Tabs
� (2) Lee Custom Helm Chairs
� Full Strata Glass enclosure (like new)
� Engine Warranty Until September 2014
� Jensen Stereo System with Amplifier
� Sub-woofer & Cockpit Speakers
� LED Lights Multicolor Red, Blue, & White
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Interior Accommodations:
� Air Conditioning & Heat
� Skylight Cabin Hatch
� Enclosed Head & Shower Compartment
� Galley with Sink and Dual Burner Stove Top
� Custom Granite Counter Tops Throughout
� Microwave & Refrigerator
� (2) Flat Panel TV/DVD Player
� Twin Berths Forward with Hi-Lo Dinette Table
� Custom Under Bunk Storage
� Aft Cabin with Twin Berths & Under Bunk Storage
� Cabin Lighting
� Top-quality Interior Cabin Fabrics
� Fishing Equipment - Tower & Cockpit:
� Custom Tower with Controls
� Lee Out Riggers including Center Rigger
� Padded Back Rest
� Furuno VX2
� Tower Steps Port & Starboard
� (21) Rod Holders on Tower Rocket Launcher
� (8) Lee Rod Holders Gunwales
� Cockpit Tackle Station
� (2) 110 gal Fish boxes with Macerator pumps
� (2) Livewell Pumps
� (2) 45 Gal livewells - Pressurized
� (2) Multi Frequency transducers
� Dive Door
� Salt Water wash down
� Fresh water wash down
� Coaming Bolsters throughout cockpit
� Large Lazarette allows easy access to manifolds & thru hulls for bait tank
� Hull & Deck:
� Hand-Laid Fiberglass Throughout High Tech Construction Using Multi-Directional Fabric & Foam Cored Solid Glass Stringer System
� Foam Floatation
� Integral Dive Platform, Full Transom & Transom Door
� Self-Bailing Cockpit
� Non-Skid Cockpit Sole & Deck
� Heavy Duty Rub Rail
� Hull and Decks on the 38 Express are hand-Laid fiberglass throughout using multi-directional fabric for strength and durability.
� Mechanical & Deck Hardware:
� Kohler Generator
� International Lighting
� Cockpit Lighting
� Cabin Air and Heat
� Bow Thruster
� Bow Side Lights
� Dual Hydraulic Steering with Power Assist Pump
� K-Plane Trim Tabs
� Waterproof Switches & Breaker Panel with Indicator Lights
� (3) 2000 GPH Auto/Manual Bilge Pump
� High Speed Compass
� Shorepower Hook-up with Battery Charger
� Anchor Windlass System
� Freshwater System
� Saltwater System
� Instant Hot Water
� Fuel Management System
� Mercathode System
� Hardware:
� Chrome on Bronze or Stainless Steel Hardware
� Heavy Duty Lifting Rings
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Bow Cleats
â�¢ (2) 12�¿ Stern Cleats
â�¢ (2) 10�¿ Spring Line Cleats - Midship
â�¢ (4) Lee�¿s Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders
� Custom Aluminum Bow Rail
� Wrap Around Windshield
� Compartments & Consoles:
� Cockpit Sole & Deck Compartments:
� Forward Anchor Locker with Storage
� Dry Storage Under Deck
â�¢ (2) 110 Gal. Fully Lined & Insulated Aft Fish Boxes �¿ Port & Strbd
� Twin 45 Gal. Transom Livewells with Plumbing, Aft Above Deck
� In the center line aft in the cockpit is a large Lazarette which allows easy access to the labeled bait tank manifolds, thru-hulls for the bait tanks, and the two 2,000 gph bilge pumps. Here you will find the fuel filters for the three powerful outboard motors mounted in a spot to facilitate easy service. Forward are the captain's chair, co-pilot seat and passenger seats manufactured by Lee. These beautifully crafted seats conceal sink, cuttingboard, and an electric grill. The Lee seats offer plenty of comfort and durability, they also make a beautiful addition with their chrome hardware and white upholstery.
� Driver's Side Console:
� Locking Electronic Storage
� Tilting Helm with Custom Steering Wheel
� Waterproof Switches & Breakers with Indicator Lights
� Console Handrails
� Forward U-Shaped Setee with Hi-Lo Table & Convertible Berth
� Custom Fiberglass Leaning Post System with Captain Chairs
� Companion Side Console:
� Forward Sun Lounge
� Bait Prep Center with Chill Box and Tackle Drawer Storage
� Above Deck Custom Freezer with Built-in Cup Holders Max HP: 1100 Length Overall: 39' 11" Beam: 11' 8" Draft: 2' Dry Weight: 12,700 lbs Fuel Capacity: 480 gal
Overview from around the web 2008 Contender 38 Express
Customers praise the 2008 Contender 38 Express for its exceptional build quality and reliable performance on the water
Many highlight its spacious and well-designed cockpit, which offers ample room for fishing and entertaining. The boat’s smooth handling and stability in various sea conditions receive frequent commendations, making it a favorite among anglers and family boaters alike. Additionally, users appreciate the powerful engine options and fuel efficiency, contributing to longer trips without frequent refueling. Overall, owners value the Contender 38 Express for its durability, versatility, and comfort.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2008 Contender 38 Express is a versatile offshore fishing boat known for its blend of performance, comfort, and quality craftsmanship. Here are some of the pros and cons to consider:
Pros
Performance: Equipped with powerful engines, the 38 Express delivers excellent speed and handling, making it ideal for offshore fishing and cruising.
Build Quality: Contender boats are renowned for their solid construction and durability, ensuring longevity even in challenging sea conditions.
Spacious Layout: The 38 Express offers a roomy cockpit and comfortable cabin area, providing ample space for fishing gear, storage, and relaxation.
Fishing Features: It includes practical amenities such as rod holders, live wells, and tackle storage, catering to serious anglers.
Comfort: The express cabin design provides shelter and amenities for overnight stays or extended trips, including a berth and a small galley area.
Cons
Fuel Consumption: With its powerful engines and size, the 38 Express can consume a significant amount of fuel, which may be a consideration for long trips or budget-conscious owners.
Maintenance Costs: High-quality materials and advanced systems can lead to higher maintenance and repair expenses compared to smaller or simpler boats.
Size and Maneuverability: While spacious, the 38-foot length may require more skill to maneuver in tight marinas or shallow waters.
Price Point: As a premium offshore fishing boat, the initial purchase price and insurance costs can be relatively high.
Made For
The 2008 Contender 38 Express is designed for serious anglers and boating enthusiasts who seek a versatile, high-performance vessel capable of offshore fishing and comfortable cruising. Its spacious layout and robust build make it ideal for those who want a reliable boat that combines fishing functionality with express-style comfort, appealing to families and experienced fishermen alike. Whether targeting big game fish or enjoying extended days on the water, this boat suits individuals looking for durability, speed, and ample deck space.
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Principal Loan Amount$ 220,150
Total Payment$393,620.02
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Principal Loan Amount$ 220,150
Total Payment$393,620.02
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