On Wed, 19 Nov 2003 06:48:31 +1100, "aussie" yup wrote:

Just about to buy Bertram 35, 1980 build but presents in great
condition....any "gotcha's" or info would be a real help as its our first
big boat .
thanks for all feedback

Check out the cockpit sole construction. For some years, the cockpit
sole was wood and tended to rot, as would be expected. Somebody makes
a fiberglass replacement unit for it.

Good luck.

bb