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What's different from the 05-'07 to the '08-'09??

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Subject: What's different from the '05-'07 to the '08-'09??

I know that they upgraded the gas tanks, ball joints and added side airbags in the '07 year, But does anyone know what was new/different on the '08-'09 models??????

I would love to know!!!!!
 
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They changed the heads sometime during 2008 and started using a smaller threaded spark plug. They may be a one piece design now but I m not sure.
 
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The front lower control arm, hydro bushing, and ball joint were upgraded again in 2009;there is a tsb about replacing them due to squeak/grunts.
There were changes to the routing of the coolant hoses in '07 or'08, not sure exactly when.
As mentioned: redesigned head for plugs that don't break when you remove them.
The shifter was improved in '08 I think.
I also think the gear ratios offered differed. I know on my '08, I have the optional 3:55's.
There may be other options that weren't available earlier such as side airbags, heated seats,etc...
 
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My '07 came with 3.55 also. At the end of '06 the 18" polished aluminum rims came out if anyone cares.
 

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sometime after my 07 they added some lighting inside, cup holders and floor
 

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If your looking to buy it doesnt matter which year you purchase......this car rocks, tons of aftermarket support and even goes pretty fast in stock form! I love my mine.

patrick
 
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09 has the charge motion plates built into the intake manifold

09 sparkplugs are threaded all the way down
 
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