I was initially looking at a 968 or a 993 both totally different. Anyway to cut a long story short I eventually turned to a pre 1990 911 (1989 SE G50) because it offered the classic 911 shape, simpler mechanics like the earlier vehicles. It took a while searching to find the right car with exceptional documented history well spec'd and no problems with the sills, kidney bowls or other rust prone areas. There are a lot of bodged up 911's out there.
I just love driving it, very involving but also very comfortable on long journeys. Definitely a keeper.