Not much to add, but if you do find yourself interested or looking at something slightly more exotic, i.e. not a Piper or Cessna, then it's always pretty good advice to join or get in contact with a type specific club or organisation for that aircraft. These people inevitable will point you in the direction of a mechanic or someone with great knowledge about that type. Let them do the inspection. Type specific knowledge is invaluable and will end up saving you money and time.