About to pull the trigger on this vehicle. 2011 w/ 26k miles. Have a quick question though.

There seems to be a very thin coating of oil on most of the top front portion of the engine. I can't find a source of the oil leak. Valve cover perhaps? Any common areas?

Also, after running the car and removing crank case cap, smoke came out. Is a small amount of blow by typical on these cars? I've never owned a turbo vehicle.

Anything else to look for?

Thanks!

EDIT:

Also, both exhaust tips are pretty sooted up. Is this common or and indication of burning too rich or...?

 

Oil pump solenoid is a common recalled item on these cars. Wrong forum section btw.

Soot is common.