9N 9N3 panel compatability

[tek199]

Hi

had a question asked recently about the 3 door Polo. There was a headlight tail light change from 2004 (9N) to 2005 (9N3). With headlight I presume bonnet, grille, guards and bumper have changed. Tailgate and taillights have also changed.

Have the door skins changed?

[JTop]

Hi Tek199

So the electronics have changed, so if you want to go 9n <-> 9n3 stuff you need conversion cables/ bit of DIY to make em work. I THINK, haven't ever had the opportunity to try. I know the tail light housing is the same shape and fitment.

Then as for panels:
Front end, hood, bumper and front fenders/guards are all different around the headlights, that's about it...
Doors, Mirrors, and rear quarter are the same I believe. SO is the trunk and rear bumper. All might have some slight cosmetic difference depending on the model. But the idea is the same

Hope this helps

[tek199]

Hi Tek199

Hope this helps

Sure does ! Thanks.

the Hatch info came from Wikipedia. so it "MUST" (or not) be right.

"Facelift
In 2005, the Polo Mk4 was facelifted, creating the Mk4F (internal designation Typ 9N3) moniker, with new headlights, taillights and a different hatch, which resembled other recently launched models in the Volkswagen line-up of the time. "