Is a 2005 better than a 2003?

[johnrando]

^ all ZHP coupes have the fold down rear seats. i used it a few weeks ago when buying a bunch of pots and plants and a large set of blinds from home depot.

LOL, I did the same thing with my cold weather package ski pass. No way it would have fit w/o it.

[llll1l1ll]

I really wish my sedan had fold down seats. I've always been tempted to punch out the ski bag pass through slot, but that seems like a bad idea.

[jorbon]

Ok, so, not to be contrary, but I don't think its really as easy as either/or... My current zhp, a 2003 I bought this past feb is in better shape, better cared for and lower miles (39k at purchase) than most out there. I'd have been very hard pressed to find a 2005 that matched the care and low miles.
I'd say, look for the lowest miles you can find in the car you want... if you find 2, then let the production year into the decision tree. Just my 2c

[llll1l1ll]

Exactly. I think so long as the car has been cared for, it shouldn't matter of it's production year. However, if it's options you are looking for, then it's another situation.

[danewilson77]

Ok, so, not to be contrary, but I don't think its really as easy as either/or... My current zhp, a 2003 I bought this past feb is in better shape, better cared for and lower miles (39k at purchase) than most out there. I'd have been very hard pressed to find a 2005 that matched the care and low miles.
I'd say, look for the lowest miles you can find in the car you want... if you find 2, then let the production year into the decision tree. Just my 2c

Exactly. I think so long as the car has been cared for, it shouldn't matter of it's production year. However, if it's options you are looking for, then it's another situation.

I would mention however that certain issues are addressed throughout the model life. I am sure it's been mentioned in this thread....and certainly....by 2003 most issues had been addressed.

[llll1l1ll]

That's true. I think I mentioned earlier that by 2004 a lot of things had been sorted out.

[Washburn]

rain sensor and auto headlights have nothing to do with premium pkg after 2004 I think.
Rain sensor became standard in 2004, with facelift.

my 05 coupe doesn't have premium pkg, and has rain sensor and adaptive xenons.

btw, one CAN find late low mile cars-must have petience.
my 05 had only 12k miles when I got it, and was in pristine shape.

[CkDedmon]

Thanks, guys, for all the great feedback. I definitely agree that model year isn't the only factor and that a particular 2003 may be in better shape than a 2005. I just wanted a reality check on how much emphasis I should put on finding a late model ZHP.

I'm a believer that later models generally have any issues addressed. Plus, with the availability of additional features/options, I think I'll keep looking for that late model, low mileage ZHP.

I just need to exercise patience...

[Washburn]

I think you're heading in the correct/wise direction...
Here's hoping you find that ZHP of your dreams

[Daddyoh]

^^Agreed. Hope you find it sooner than later cause driving time is flying by!