1969 Contest 30 Mark I

This 1969 Contest 30 Mark I is a fiberglass sailing yacht built for coastal cruising and day sailing. She measures 30 feet in length with an 8.25-foot beam and draws moderate draft, making her well-suited to varied anchorages. The boat is powered by a Universal diesel engine producing 18 horsepower, which drives her at a cruising speed of 5 knots with a maximum speed of 7 knots.

The yacht has undergone comprehensive mechanical restoration in recent years. The original gasoline engine was replaced with the diesel powerplant. All electrical systems, plumbing, and tankage have been installed new. The hull received a complete bottom stripping and barrier coating. Interior varnish work was fully refinished throughout.

The sailing accommodations reflect the vessel's design as a sturdy cruising platform, with adequate space for extended time at sea or anchored. The boat represents the solid construction and purposeful engineering that defined the Contest line during this era, with systems now upgraded to modern standards while preserving the original design character.