Always prioritize a car with a documented, consistent service folder. "Walk away" if service records are missing.

The GTS or Turbo versions offer improved transfer cases and water pumps compared to early models.

Considered the "ultimate" modern analog 911 ; it fixed the major engine issues (IMS) of previous years.

Be wary of early 996/997.1 models without a documented IMS bearing fix, and check the PCM (infotainment) for crashes or reboots on newer tech-heavy models.

For manual models, this report identifies if the engine has been shifted past its redline, which could indicate hidden internal damage.