2000 Contender 31 Center Console

Twin 2023 Suzuki DF300AP – Turnkey Offshore Fishing Machine

Location: Costa Rica
Status: Fully Registered – Taxes Paid – Ready to Fish

This 2000 Contender 31 Center Console is a serious offshore fishing platform powered by twin 2023 Suzuki DF300AP 4-stroke outboards with approximately 1,500 hours. This boat is fully registered in Costa Rica with all taxes paid and permits in place, making it ready to go immediately with no import delays or additional costs.

The Contender 31 is one of the most respected offshore center console hulls ever built, known for its strength, speed, and exceptional ride in rough water. Built with a deep-V hull and aggressive entry, these boats are designed to run fast and comfortably offshore while maintaining excellent stability at drift — ideal for Costa Rica’s offshore fishing conditions.

These hulls are widely trusted by serious anglers and charter operators because of their simple, rugged construction and outstanding offshore capability.

With the recent repower to twin 2023 Suzuki DF300AP engines, this boat offers the performance and reliability of a much newer vessel combined with the proven Contender hull design.

Power

Twin 2023 Suzuki DF300AP 4-Stroke Outboards

• Approximately 1,500 hours

• 4.0L V6 Fuel Injected

• Digital controls

• Selective rotation gearcases

• Excellent fuel economy

• Strong torque for heavy offshore loads

• Reliable and easy to service

This modern repower makes this Contender far more valuable and dependable than typical boats of this age.

Electronics

• Garmin displays

• Simrad displays

• Garmin autopilot

• VHF radio

Well set up for navigation and offshore fishing.

Fishing Equipment

• Outriggers

• Tuna tubes

• Large cockpit fishing space

• Livewell system

• Rod storage

• Offshore-ready rigging

This boat is properly outfitted for serious sportfishing in Costa Rica.

Highlights

• Legendary Contender offshore hull

• Twin 2023 Suzuki 300HP engines

• Modern electronics package

• Excellent offshore performance

• Fast and efficient

• Turnkey fishing setup

• Simple and reliable layout

• Ideal for private use or charter operation

Legal Status

• Costa Rica Registered

• All taxes paid

• Fishing permits current

• Ready for immediate transfer

Performance

The Contender 31 is known as a true offshore performance boat, capable of cruising comfortably in the 30–40 knot range with twin 300HP engines while maintaining excellent rough-water handling.

The deep-V hull delivers:

• Soft ride offshore

• Excellent tracking in rough seas

• Stable drift fishing

• High-speed capability

• Confidence in changing conditions

This design has made the Contender 31 a favorite among serious offshore fishermen for decades.

Description

This is a rare opportunity to own a properly equipped Contender 31 in Costa Rica with modern power and all paperwork complete.

Whether you are looking for a serious offshore fishing machine, a charter-ready platform, or a fast and capable family fishing boat, this Contender is ready to go.

Turn the key and run offshore tomorrow.