Hows it going guys?

I've been floating around on here for about a year and a half now, mainly watching the classifieds, but occasionally looking thru the forum. never bothered to make an account until now.

Recently got out of college, and now with more free time, I feel its finally the time to pull the trigger on getting a boat.
I have a good idea what I'm looking for as far as hull design/shape, but not sure as far as brands go, There's a Tahiti in town locally, but it has sat outside for as long as I can remember, lets say the better part of 18 years. And he's asking entirely to much for it, But are Tahiti's a good beginner hull, or what brands would be a good mold for the entry level boater. * The picture is the general design I like*
A few things I've learned to look for:
*Warped hull from setting on the trailer to long
*1/4,1/2, or full stringer
*Stringer condition
*Floor condition
*Drive condition
*Glass condition(hull, not windshield)

Are there other obvious things I'm missing?

I didn't list engine related stuff because that's my hobby, so I plan to just build my own setup, and buy a boat without one.

What about drives? The 2 most common I see are Jacuzzi, and Berkley. Is one stronger than the other, and where can I read about the older drives power limits?

Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Ps. I figured this was the best place to put this, can a mod move it if I put it in the wrong location?