1997 Contender 25 Open For Sale
Boat Details
(near Wilmington)
The newly installed Suzuki DF140A 140 Horsepower 4-Stroke Outboards will get you fishing in a flash. Cruise at 40-45 mph with a top speed of 55 mph plus.
This was called the 25 Open but the length overall on the 25 Open is 27'.Called 25 Open it was meant to compete in the under 25 tournament ...more
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1997 Contender 25 Open Fishing Boat in State Highway 87 before Southport
Stock #215405
The newly installed Suzuki DF140A 140 Horsepower 4-Stroke Outboards will get you fishing in a flash. Cruise at 40-45 mph with a top speed of 55 mph plus.
This was called the 25 Open but the length overall on the 25 Open is 27'.Called 25 Open it was meant to compete in the under 25 tournament class but LOA is 27'.
The recent owner has installed a green wrap on the boat to protect the hull which is in great original shape with a nice gel coat. It can be easily taken off. The Green gel-coat below the water line is original and still has luster.
She has new bilge pumps that pump up to 600gph and a new raw water washdown pump.
Canvas enclosed helm station will keep you dry while running and the soft T-top with give you protection from the sun and rain.
Seller is selling his commercial business including fishing permits TBD (which permits needed) and all tackle for commercial mackerel, dolphin, and offshore trolling. Much more tackle is available than what is pictured separately.
She comes with 2 Cannon Downriggers and an EPIRB. Downrigger mounts, electrical outlets included.
Rigged out with gunwale rod holders and several rocket launcher rod holders.
Numerous storage lockers.
Magic Tilt Trailer with all new tires is included.
This boat is rigged and ready for some serious fishing. IF NOT used for the future commercial fishing price is more negotiable without tackle and permits.
The prior owner kept it in dry storage in the hills of NC and put only 1000hrs on the vessel. Last year the boat began a commercial fishing career.
Could use a good detail and fills with dents and scratches topside if its future owner is not a commercial fisherman.
Hull, tee top, upholstery, and canvas are in good condition. The boat is used regularly during the commercial trolling season and is safe, dependable and a workhorse of a Contender 25.
Engines were installed in October 2020
Hull is in good condition.
The trailer has new rubber.
This boat has a lot of fishing seasons ahead of her.
The seller is motivated and will include additional fishing gear with the right offer or can be purchased in addition to the boat.
Approximate boat location: Southport, North Carolina
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All reasonable offers will be reviewed and presented to the seller.
All offers are contingent upon being fully satisfied with unit after personal inspection and/or professional inspection.
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