Contest 38S

Contest, årg. 1986, skrogmateriale Glasfiber-armeret plast, Diesel, hjemhavn Bergen (Norge), Equipment
Navigation:
2x Raymarine C120W
Raymarine RD418D Radar
Em-track B100 AIS transmitter/receiver
Raymarine SPX 30 Autopilot
Raymarine ST6002 Autopilot control panel
Raymarine S100 Autopilot remote control
Raymarine ST60+ Wind, speed and depth
Raymarine ST60+ Multidisplay
Raymarine RAY218E VHF with RAYMIC handset
Raymarine SeaTalk HS Switch

Electrical
Skanbatt 200Ah LiFePo4 (2024)
Victron blue smart 30A AC/DC charger (2024)
Victron SmartSolar 30A MPPT charger (2024)
Victron Smart BMV-712 Battery monitor (2024)
Victron ARGOFET 200A skilled diode (2024)
Battery fuses and distribution (2024)
Solar panel 410W (2024)
Large parts of wiring replaced in 2024
Led bulbs in all lighting

Sails
Genoa, bought used ok condition (2010)
Genoa, Unsure how old in poor condition
Jib to forestay, Usable condition
Spinnaker, Good condition
Mainsail, Older in usable condition

Miscellaneous
Engine changed in 2012 to a Yanmar 54 HP, engine hours unknown as there is no hour meter installed. Engine service is carried out regularly. Not taken service in spring yet, this can be done before sale
Maxprop 2 blade propeller
Cooling box
Webasto AirTop Evo 3900
Quick Boiler B3
Eno one - gas stove with two burners
New mattress with under mat for better ventilation of mattress in rear cabin
Various equipment included. Mooring, fender, tools, parts etc.

Security
CO alarm
Gas alarm
EPIRB, must be serviced
Life raft, must be serviced
Fire alarms

Description:
We are selling Njord due to change to a new boat. The boat has given us a lot of sailing pleasure and great experiences. In particular, a trip to Northern Norway in 2024 can be highlighted. Otherwise, we have mostly used the boat for trips in western Norway.
All in all, the boat appears solid with a lot of remaining utility value. Several upgrades have been made over the past year in preparation for a long trip to Northern Norway. If the boat gets some love, it will provide sailing pleasure for many years to come. It's a very seaworthy and solid boat that can be compared with other reputable brands such as Najad, Hallberg-Rassy etc. The center cockpit and windshield, combined with the solid hull shape make it comfortable and safe. However, it must be emphasized that this is an almost 40-year-old boat, so it's not a fancy boat.
Upgrades:
Electrical system: A complete refurbishment of the boat's electrical system was carried out in 2024, focusing on key parts of the system. The consumer battery was switched to lithium. All chargers and other central components have been replaced with new Victron components with app control. Battery fuses and distribution from the battery, as well as all battery cables were replaced. Significant cleanup was also done in the rest of the electrical network.
Navigation: In 2024, a complete renovation of the navigation system was carried out. Components in the system were purchased second-hand from a well-known long-distance sailor and are original from around 2010.
Improvement needs:
There has previously been a teak deck on the boat. This has been removed and new gelcoat has been laid down by the previous owner. The groundwork here has been too poor and the gelcoat is now cracking. The deck must therefore be sanded down, treated and a coating or new gelcoat applied. this work should be done this year. There are no leaks into the boat as a result of this as far as we know. Positive: The structure of the deck does not seem to be affected yet. We believe the deck is fully molded in fiberglass, without core material that can rot. The deck still appears stable and does not give way anywhere.
Hull penetrations should be considered for replacement
Septic tank has been disconnected by previous owner
Minor cosmetic damage to fittings.
Rig service (I do not know of any damage, but do not know when this was last carried out beyond normal control by me)