After a 997 - advice?

[Cochyn]

Hiya guys, I've been toying with the idea of a Porsche for a long time. Love my car, very unique and extremely fun https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&... but fancy a 997. It won't be in regular use, mostly for European and Ring trips like I use the Focus really.

I don't really like the 996 headlights, but settled on the idea of a 997 with an aero kit. But apart from checking if the IMS bearing has been changed, what engines are the most reliable, any rust issues I need to look out for, water pipe issues etc.

Give me your wealth of knowledge guys.

Cheers,

Al