check out the usual oil leaks from the top looking into the engine bay and the bottom where the oil sump is
visually inspect the turbo area for oil too
check all electrics work, windows wind properly, check for rust, bubbled paintwork
ideally you wanna start the car up cold to see if there's any trouble with the fuel pump. otherwise check for steady idle (if it's not steady it could mean a vacuum air leak). listen out for any other sucking noises on idle and check there are no rattling noises.
check the oil and under the oil filler cap - you just want it to be oily looking, no froth
driving the car should feel the turbo kicking in, no hesitation or power that seems like it's being held back. that may mean coil packs / spark plugs need replacing. listen out for any knocks or clunks when turning, braking, over bumps.
good luck hope it turns out to be the car you are looking for!
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