Differences between 2003 Vibe and 2005 Vibe

[cjb2145]

I currently own a 2003 Vibe (base model) with 280,000 miles on it. I have the opportunity to purchase a 2005 Vibe (base model) that needs a new front clip. I'm wondering if there is anything that would prevent me from taking the front clip from the 2003 and putting it on the 2005?

[KITT222]

Nothing really, aside from bumper, headlight housing colors, an electronic throttle on the 05+ and slightly less power. They also have a one-piece bumper, I think.

[DVibe]

It is awesome to hear that you have 280,000! I hope my 03 can get there too!! Im just under 130,000!

[jake75]

What is a "front clip"?
I never was fond of the red instrument panel illumination. That was changed in 2004 already.

[cjb2145]

By front clip I was referring to the quarter panels, grill, and front bumper. Thanks to all of who have responded.

To DVIBE: I could easily get 300K out of this old girls if I wanted, I've reached that nickle and dime phase but the nickle and dimes are more like the 50 and 100 dollar bills.

[jake75]

Maybe a body shop could advise - they might fit, the car would just have a front end that looked like a 2003-2004. Not a biggie.