Transom/ stringer rot

[Dr. Hook]

Hi everybody, first post here. I'm thinking of buying a boat in a year or two, just researching and dreaming lots right now.

I live in Ontario, Canada and boat on lake simcoe, the great lakes, and smaller lakes with my restored 76' starcraft supersport 16' aluminum with honda 50 hp. Its just not enough boat for these big lakes and I am limited to only calmer days.

After lots of research this V20 design seems like the best balance of overall economy vs rough water performance. Love the beautiful classic lines too. My dream boat would be a Limestone 24' cuddy, but I think the v20 would be sufficient, and easier on the wallet.

Now my big question and main concern: is it even possible to find a 30 year old boat that does not have rot in all the wood structure? I mean if it were a trailer boat that was always covered? Hard to guarantee that history though.
And is it possible to get at the stringers and transoms and visually inspect all of the problem areas? Or do you need to get a survey done? There is one for sale nearby for $2500 I may go have a look. Bet its rotted and soggy.

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