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I gather that there weren't any significant changes but I am expecting some details to change year to year.
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I have looked at those links previously and as far as I can see they don't detail any changes from 2002-3-4 model years.
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Also I have read about IMS bearings changing over the years - any changes in the 3.6 motor between 2002 and 2004?
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This would only impact the audio system in the vehicle, and it only really matters if you want to upgrade or change the system.
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I am trying to find out what changes were made from 2002 to 2004.
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Hi all,
I've decided that a 996 C4S is the car I want, fortunately for me I like a lot of colours (red, yellow, black, silver and grey all look great, don't mind blue either!). I am trying to find out what changes were made from 2002 to 2004. I have downloaded the options guides for 2003-04 but I can't find anywhere that lists the detail upgrades (mechanical/cosmetic) over the model life. Anyone here know?
Thanks, Ben
To my knowledge, the only significant change was the addition of the MOST fiber-optic system in 2003. This would only impact the audio system in the vehicle, and it only really matters if you want to upgrade or change the system. I know that there were some wheel options that were only available in some years, such as the Sport Techno wheel. Other than that, I believe that they are basically the same from year to year.
I have looked at those links previously and as far as I can see they don't detail any changes from 2002-3-4 model years. I gather that there weren't any significant changes but I am expecting some details to change year to year. From looking at photos, 2002 models appear to have different or no side skirts - can anyone confirm? Also I have read about IMS bearings changing over the years - any changes in the 3.6 motor between 2002 and 2004? From what I have read, around 2005 the IMS bearing chaged to a non-replaceable type.
Probably none of these changes will be game-changers in selecting a vehicle although I have often read on these forums "buy the latest model year you can afford" due to minor updates through the life - hence my query. (yes, I can be a tech-nerd at times!)
Regards, Ben
My 2002 has side skirts. They obviously aren't huge like an aero kit, but they are exactly the same as the turbo. I believe that the 996 C4S from 2002 - 2005 is cosmetically identical.
I havnt seen any difference in the models from 02-04 other than the sport techno wheel option. I wouldnt worry too much about the year. Instead try to find a good example with records and make sure you do a proper PPI. Good luck. The "hunt" is just as fun...
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No, Sides were the same for 02-05, no body changes what so ever.
But Yes the 05 Model had the 997 Type IMS which is non Serviceable, meaning you cant upgrade to a LN Unit.
Also All Factory Rebuilt Motor's as of 05 were the same.
What? No! 02-05 C4S, 01-05 Turbo & 02-05 GT2 were Wide Bodies
Wide Body GT3 Wheels were an Option of 04-05 Models.
