The Contest 30 Mk I, built by Contest Yachts (Conyplex) in Medemblik, Netherlands, is a classic fiberglass monohull sailboat designed by Dick Zaal and produced between 1968 and 1971. Known for its robust construction, moderate performance, and suitability for coastal cruising with some offshore capability, it was one of Conyplex’s early models, preceding the later Contest 30 (1974–1978). Approximately 80 units of the Contest 30 (including both Mk I and later versions) were built, with the Mk I being the earlier, rarer variant.

FINNACK III is a nicely presented example, with a replacement Beta Engine, currently lying in Weymouth Harbour.

Ownership Docs: Certificate of British Registry, various BOSs including BOS to current ownership (2025)

Navigation Equipment

Cockpit:

PLASTIMO Compass
RUISER Wind, Log and Depth
AUTOHELM Autopilot

Chart Table:

STANDARD HORIZON Eclipse VHF / DSC Radio
STANDARD HORIZON GP180i Chartplotter
CLIPPER Battery Monitor

Mechanical

2006 Beta 25HP Inboard Diesel Engine on Shaft

Electrical

2 x Batteries
Isolator Switch
4 x USB Sockets
1 x 12V Socket
Stereo

Accommodation

COCKPIT: Sprayhood, Dodgers.

Washboards and Sliding Hatch to SALOON: Starboard Side Quarter Berth and Chart Table, Port Side Galley (Sink, 2025 2 Burner Gas Hob and Grill). Seating to Port and Starboard, Table. Forward Double V-Berth with In-Fill, Sea-Toilet to Port, Storage to Starboard.

Safety Equipment

Manual Bilge Pump
Horseshoe Buoy
Navigation, Anchor Lights

Sails & Rig

Aluminium Deck Stepped Mast and Aluminium Boom
Mainsail with Stackpack and Lazyjacks
Roller Reefing Genoa
Spinnaker Pole

Deck & General

15kg Delta Anchor & Chain
S/S Bow Roller
Sprayhood
Dodgers
S/S Pulpit, Pushpit and Rails