Sorry I'm a bit late to the party on this one. In response to the question posed by bevill, we bought the UK Pontos referred to in earlier posts. I'm not an expert but at the time of purchase it appeared to be all as advertised. The guy selling it was a really nice bloke (I speak as I find) and we got on well, so we were able to agree on cost and the inclusion of additional extras. A real pleasure to do business with.
Since purchase, we have had the Pontos serviced and we have been advised by someone who is an expert, that all is as new inside and out. So overall, very pleased with our purchase and happy to be sailing in our own "hospitable sea".