Options are much better on the newier one's but lets not kid ourselves, newier model means more $$$$$ did we ask the guy if he can dish out the $$$$$? 02 is a good buy, I myself like the pre models, just my 2 cents... Just make sure the car runs good and is solid in pick and the engine runs smooth. These cars are great and durable, just make sure you do the proper maintainance around 60k or 70k so that you wont find yourself dead on the road... Good Luck...