This forum offers plenty of insight into the potential problems with J/30's. Before you purchase a J/30 you might serve yourself well by reviewing the topics first. Then survey any potential boats for the problems that have been identified by existing J/30 owners.
I own a 1986 vintage J/30 which I bought new. I have given this boat plenty of TLC over the years. For me, this forum has identified the areas to deal with and has helped me to keep a look out for trouble. Thus my boat has had few problems except for bottom blistering.
[This message has been edited by Russ Atkinson (edited 11-14-2005).]
