[NorthernPhil]

Does anyone know the model year differences/changes for the mk4?

I'm specifically interested in differences on the 2.8 4motions, but any info on general (i.e. all model) changes.

 

[northpole]

not much difference with the v6 4-motion other than the engines really most had the exact same trim too unless someone went option crazy when ordering one see this list

 

[NorthernPhil]

Aye. I'm looking at 4mo Boras, so wanting to make sure I've got stuff clear in my mind before committing (because rare amd pricey).

My main concerns are:

1) Whether it's possible to retrofit post-2002.5 xenons to a pre-2002.5 car (I've done the retrofit before on my current Bora, post-2002.5 lights onto a 53-plate), e.g. will the later controllers talk to the earlier cluster/ccm/etc.

2. Are there any underlying electronic differences that may scupper my plans (again, on cluster, ccm, etc.) for swapping engines later.

 

[northpole]

not really it's the same for them as the other mk4's... so basically only immo3 that won't be backward compatible and of course the infamous hard to re-write dashcluster look here for more info on that... other than this the lot should be compatible ( mind you the 4 motion does limit your choice of suspension and wheel upgrades- as in you can't run staggered wheels p.e. front 18 inch rear 19 inch ) yes you can even swap the lot from an r32 in and make it a full on r32.

you might have the xenon looms that are upgraded but that is about it... the rest is all hot swappable ( with some needing to be coded in)

 

[arek_p]

2003 BDE 24valve engine (vs AUE engine on my original 2001 V6 Bora 4Motion)

smaller head rests

new internal sensor for alarm on/off button (if dog in car or going on a ferry); beside driver seat at base of B pillar