Thanks Solus & zk for your perspectives.  Very insightful.
When I spoke w/ the owner, he was the 3rd owner and did not know the circumstances around the cracks. He had it for 18 months, paddled the hull half a dozen times, and had no issues to speak of. Reasonable guy.
I should say that the asking price is: $1200. 
I guess this is a good price but, the boat is 22 years old.
Thanks again,   --paw

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