Now that I have the magazine in front of me, to clarify... "Bearing cover problem primarily affects 1997-1999...Most cars will have been retrofitted with the new part."
Also, porous crankcases: "...limited to 2.5 liter Boxsters built in 1998 and early 1999...usually failed in the first several thousand miles...steer clear of low-mileage 1998 and 1999..."
So for the most part, should be a good buy.
Shoehorn a 911 engine and you're golden.
