Hi fellow FT-1000MP/Mk5 owners. I am thinking about purchasing a used FT-1000MP which was purchased new in VK land on October 2000 and is still under warranty. On the serial number it states it was manufactured in 1996. Is it normal for 1996 MP's to be sold in 2000 and are there any hardware changes which have been made on MP's made after 1996. Any information would be appreciated. VK2NEW, Anthony.