well me and dad are looking for a raptor now! we have found a used like new 2003 for 5800 obo and found a 2002 LE rappy with pipe,jet, nerfs for 5400. which would be better.. we can probly get the 2003 the same price as the 02 but is there ne problems with the 02? or should we just go 03 and be good. dad really wants an LE rappy but idc i just want one!! so wat are the differences between the 02 and 03 rappy. besides the gearing differences. and does ne one have a pic of a 02 LE rappy? tahnx

 

I would probably go with the 2002 because it has extra parts on it already that you dont have to buy separate. And no there are not any problems with the 2002's that i know of, that was just the 2001's.

 

Id go with the 03 just because its new.

 

thanx for the help so far.. im still kinda leanin on the 03 cuz it was new but i like the look of the 02 Le. i still want a pic of a 02 Le rappy havnt see one for a wihle and jw wat it looks like yet..

 

I have a pic of my 02 on my page in the gallery. I would think you could get a new 03 for the price of that used one. The 02 frame is gloss black and powder coated I think, the 03 is flat black but I don't know if it's powder coated.

 

sixsixT thanx for the pic i knew i saw someone have the 02 Le. not sure which one i am gonna get the 03 is like new. with factory warranty left so idk.. i like the Le better though..

 

Get the newer engine.

 

2000IA Warrior

Here is a link to a brand new 03 raptor for 5499. It is in Alabama, I know you are in Iowa, but some places will ship pretty cheap, and it is also a very good bartering tool. Get on the phone with the dealers in your area and ask them what they are selling the Raptor for. Then tell them you have a quote of 5499 and see if they will match it, you will be surprised. I bought an 03 le for 5899 OTD in March, so I would think you could do even better now especially since the 04 raptor is 6199 now. Most dealers think buyers are stupid and will try to charge you alot, and most customers don't try to deal too much with them. They are out to sell atvs so make them work for the sell. The more informed you are the better. If they give you grief about the quote coming from Alabama just tell them you have a relative or friend or whatever there that will pick it up for you. I got mine out of Ohio and I didn't have to pay the 6% WV sales tax either so I saved a bundle. Just thought I would let you know about this as spending that much money is a big decision. Just make sure you are happy with your purchase. Hope this info helps.

http://adcache.atvtraderonline.com/16/3/6/34421936.htm
If for some reason the link doesn't work, go to http://www.atvtraderonline.com and do a search for the raptor