Kombat 2005 vs 2006

[rabbit]

Hi, Im getting a good deal on a kombat 105 from 2005 but the only test Ive read of any kombat is of the 2006 model and says:
"Verdict
With more user appeal than its predecessor, the Kombat 97 is a fantastic wave/freeride crossover board, coming recommended by us as a light wind manoeuvre-oriented board for light-medium weights or for heavyweights as their one-only board."

This seems to suggest that the 2005 kombats had low user appeal...

Could someone please talk me into buying this board? Bump&Jump coastal sailing and trying the "basic" freestyle tricks?

Thanx.
/r