Rear light difference

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  1. Britprius

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    Can anyone tell me the differences between the 2004/5 rear lights and the 2006/9 visually and electrically?
     
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    2004/05 had black on the top half of the brake light portion. 2006/09 had chrome in there.


    2004/05:

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    2006/09:

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    Was the stop light part LED or bulb in the early version?
     
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    Led afaik.
     
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    Thanks Paradox.
     
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    No problem-o :)
     
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