The price jump is always for the "BMW" modified P38a. That is the 2000 and later model (XA). this model has Bosh electrics, and a few mods.
To easily see, when you look at the motor it has those eight arches over the motor instead of the "square box" for the distriibution of the air. Side air bags as well etc.
I have found mine fantasitc (except possibly traction control a couple of times when off road!!). I spent the extra dollars to get a post 2000 model, as these seem to have fewer (i hope) problems and some nice benifits.
Feels great and sequre on the road (confident to keep family safe) and appears to work really well off road as a standard factory made vehicle.
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