I am loooking seriously at an Expresss 27 in the next few days.

I am interested in what to look for in the way of potential problems for the boat. I would guess principally water penetration via chainplates, bulkhead, core rot in deck around fittings, hull/keel joint, loose stantion bases; and any stress cracks.

I am not concerned about sails.

Any other areas of boat/mast and rigging I should be careful about?

Would appreciate any advise.