Georges is correct on the need for sufficient weight on the rail (although this is also true for most racing boats-it's hard to get reasonable light air performance, sufficient beam for cabin volume, and low sensitivity to weight/positioning in the same package). I would add that if you are primarily looking for a "fast cruiser", the post 1984 model is a better cruising set up, with coamings in the cockpit, no "bridge deck" by the companionway, and a much nicer galley. There is one listed on "Yachtworld" in Florida that looks very nice.
