Welcome Christian,
You've made a great choice for a vehicle and this is THE place to get acquainted with it's uniqueness.
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Welcome Christian,
You've made a great choice for a vehicle and this is THE place to get acquainted with it's uniqueness.
Hey - a big welcome to ya Christian! I lived in Plano for 12 yrs before moving to AZ 2 yrs ago. We lived on Longfellow Dr by Park/Ohio and often saw your VX driving around. Glad you were able to get one! Enjoy! :thumbup:
Oh, BTW, that grin on yer face doesn't wear off....:bgwo:
Ha !
And the VX family keeps growing,growing......:)
Hey Daly,
Welcome (just saw your post) - the only 01 ebony I know about in the Atlanta area belonged to Donny Cruce (handle: dyanni) who hasn't been on the VX fora for a while. His was interesting - had a Hollandia/Webasto sunroof and a black headliner so if you're has those mods you probably have it.
-- John
Back in '98, I spotted a VX at a dealer showroom while window shopping with my dad. It wasn't until 2005 I would get a '99 Siller VX which I drove until it last year when I traded up to a 2001 Yellow VX. I am still amused when I see the one other yelow VX driving around the streets of Austin,TX. Just doing the 90,000 mile service this week on the VX.
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Originally Posted by jaradite
Welcome jaradite !
You really wanted to be noticed with the proton......:p
Tom ( tom4bren) has to be proud of you for sure !
Welcome to the forum.
I'll watch for you when I'm in Austin two weeks each month working. Hope to see you once in a while...
Hey guys, I just joined the club!! Paid 9k for this 2001 Dragon with 54k miles on it..... I am working in Ohio & my VX is sitting in Arkansas waiting on me to get home........ I have yet to see it but my brother tells me that it is slick, here are a couple picks he sent me today.
Welcome to the obsession.
You've got a great color on that VX!
Thanks man, god willing I will be home next week to see what all the fuss is about....... I have big plans for this bad boy!!!
Oh MAN...the waiting must be KILLIN' ya...:freek:Quote:
Originally Posted by septicmech
Welcome to the addiction & I've gotta say...WELL PLAYED on becoming a Site Supporter right out of the starting gate...:thumbup:
It seems that a very small percentage of site users are able to grasp the importance of supporting a site that has the potential to $ave them countless hours & dollars in the maintence of a crazy looking little truck that we are all obsessed with...:thanx:
Hello Everyone, my name is ORW VXr. I used to hang out with the VX crowd in San Diego. Now I've become a world traveler. I don't own a VX but I have access to many. I'm more of a rider than I am a driver if you know what I mean. Anyway, I hope to be an accepted member of this forum.
P.S. my site support has been sent.
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Harmed By Avandia
I said it before & I'm sure I'll say it many more times ... what kinda peeps have I fallen in wit.Quote:
Originally Posted by ORW VXr
Welcome little Ho.
Hi everyone. I someone ran across the vehicross a couple of weeks ago and have been lurking around this forum and reading as much as I can online because they look so sweet. I am currently searching for one to buy as my car is crapping out and I am in need of a new vehicle. I hope that once I get it I can find all the information I need on this forum and by asking you guys. I will probably have some upcoming questions on my purchase.
jabroni1m, you found the right place, or as we used to say on Okla., "you've fallen in with bad company". Welcome, if its got to do with a VX you'll find it here. Plus as an added bonus you'll find a lot of stuff that has nothing to do with a VX.
I feel in love with VX's when i was 15 i was looking for another car and stumbled across mine a 99 ebony i picked up for a great price the last four of my vin. # is 0179
Good stuff! Semper Fi !
Have been looking for one forever, finally found one local in my price range, have been fixing many issues due to neglect by previous owner but the thing is a boat load of fun. First time ever living in the midwest I'm happy when it dumps snow! Can already tell I'm hooked for a long time
99 astral silver
Hello. I have been searching for a good off road vehicle that also has good road manners and it looks like the Vehicross is the best of the lot. So now the search is on for a good one. I know very lettle about the various models, such as "Ironman" so need to learn about those first. The forum looks cool and the members apear to be very much in love with the car......a must if it will be maintained properly. my email is Skycop56@gmail.com and I look forward to hearing from you guys and gals. (a skycop is a retired air traffic controller) John
Hey Skycop sounds like you've got a taste of the addiction....it's like an itch you can't scatch until you get one...P.S. the Ironman is just a set of emblems on a white VX, nothing more or less in the way of equipment. Looking forward to hearing of your progress, this is the place to be for info and help...good luck on your search.
hi, everyone just bought my first v cross today, I always wanted one. 2001
grey, 94,000 miles, its funto drive, and handles like its on rails . Hope to share in the v cross family. thanks keith
can't sleep, wondering what to use to clean the moulded plastic body panels? mothers "back to black" or Armour all whats works the best thanks.
I prefer Meguires Gold Class Endurance (I THINK that's the name) tire dressing.Quote:
Originally Posted by keith
You'll know it by the smell....Grape Jelly...:drool:
Search "cladding" for more reading...MUCH more reading...:naughty:
Welcome to the forums!
ok tkanks, ive used that stuff before i remember the smell. i think its purple also.
I use Armorall on mine and I think it looks great.
I don't live where I deal with dusty conditions, or I might not feel that way...:bwgy::smilewink:bgwo::bgwb:
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Originally Posted by keith
OK, made a deal to pick up a '99 Ironman in Biloxi on the 25th, will fly in and drive 1k miles back to VA. Saw one of these last month and like most people talked to had not seen one and thought Isuzu is coming out with a new model. After searching on net man was I surprised and bitten at that point, was luckly enought to have a member near me that took me for a nice ride in his. Will be coming thru Atlanta the 25th if someone would like to meet up for supper shoot me a PM.
Congrats Keith :)Quote:
Originally Posted by keith
I'm down in Noank/Mystic sometimes on the weekends at a buddy's boat. Been scuba diving the last couple years.
Hello All,
I have considered getting a VX for years and I'm finally in a position where I can make it a reality. I've been lurking for a while learning more about them and keeping an eye on the "For Sale" section. Wish me luck!
Hi everyone. I just took delivery of my first VX, a 2000 Kaiser with 63K orig miles. It was listed for sale on this site, which is how I initially found it.
It definitely is in need of some TLC and seems a bit neglected. I plan to restore it to near perfection. Any tips on finding parts or restoration advice would be greatly appreciated.
I've been doing a ton of reading here and there seems to be some great people and knowledge here.
Particularly, I immediately need:
Brakes and a good mechanic / repair shop
Rear door body cladding
Engine Cover
Keyless remote and replacement keys
Exhaust system (rust eating away current muffler)
Thanks everyone! This site has already been a tremendous resource for me.I loved this car when it was first introduced, but sadly I only now decided on purchasing one. I live in So Cal, so the S2000 had all my attention until now... :)
Eventually I'd like to replace or repair the hood insert and the front headlight covers which are badly yellowed and cracked.
WELCOME to the madness, as you've probably already figured out, there is no known cure...:yesgray:Quote:
Originally Posted by wintermute
For brakes, my favorite flavor is Magnum cross drilled rotors with OEM pads from Merlin...
http://cgi.ebay.com/Isuzu-Amigo-Troo...item27b02c5056
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...0001amagro.jpg
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...01merlindo.JPG
Anita, Jo, or one of the other So Cals will hopefully chime in with a reco for a hired wrench.:_wrench:
I have an OEM keyless remote. I'll PM ya.Quote:
Originally Posted by wintermute
Here's some key blanks on ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-2...#ht_1398wt_702
There's been a bunch of sellers recently on ebay listing VX parts, parting out Cash4Clunkers probably.
They've been listing a few parts at a time, so contact them & ask if they have the part you need. Even if they don't have anything listed right now on ebay, you can still contact them thru ebay and ask what they have.
I've had a hard time getting these links to work, so if they don't work, PM meif you need help finding them on ebay.
ariparts777:
http://motors.desc.shop.ebay.com/ari...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
bairdsautoparts:
http://motors.desc.shop.ebay.com/bai...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
bestfastparts:
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/bestfast...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
dead_milkmen:
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/bestfast...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
eighty7zuk:
http://motors.desc.shop.ebay.com/eig...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
estatecycles:
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/estatecy...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
hyundaiisuzuparts:
http://desc.shop.ebay.com/hyundaiisu...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
jonesbs9:
http://motors.desc.shop.ebay.com/jon...:MEFSRCHX:SRCH
magicpinto1:
http://motors.desc.shop.ebay.com/mag...sacat=0&_rdc=1
Or contact member "blujfan9293", he's been parting out a VX for the past year, he may still have some parts.
Great to have another member! Enjoy!
Thank you Kat! I really appreciate all the links and the remote.
:)
You heard correctly I just got my brand new (used) VehiCross! I picked it up from Dyson-Motors in Azuza Cali last friday Mar 12 2010. Let me just say that I was very happy last friday.
If you're unfamiliar with the 2000 Izuzu VehiCross as most people i've talked to seem to be, i'll tell you a few things about it. The Izuzu VehiCross is one of the frist crossover SUV's, its kind of a SUV/sports car. It was designed as a "halo" vehicle for Izuzu. Basically that means that this vehicle is designed to get people into the show rooms and then they end up buying cheaper cars. I think it worked for Izuzu.
Some people love the way it looks and some don't. I think you know instantly which camp you're in. I remember seeing this car when they first debuted it and wishing I could own it. I was in my last couple of years of high school and there was no chance that me or my parents were gonna be getting this thing. Flash to 2010 and now I can afford one. (I think thats kind of a joke).
Getting the VehiCross was almost as if the stars had aligned themselves and then some stars fell out of orbit and I had to get a loan and then the stars got realigned. Seriously tho since they only made these vehicles for 3 years in the U.S. they're pretty rare. In fact the one I have they only made about 146 of them. So finding one that is in good condition and is not too expensive is a task in of itself. I read on a VehiCross tribute site that one guy traveled 1500 miles to get his. I only had to go about 30miles (which in L.A. can be like traveling 1500 miles).
When I say that it was kept in good condition, I mean really good condition. It was as if the previous owner (by the way there was only one owner which is great) had bought this car 10 years ago because I couldn't afford it and kept it safe for me. I opened the glove box after I got it and all of the documentation was in an envelope in the same condition it would have been in when it was purchased. I think the previous owner was female, which can is probably why it was so clean and hadn't really gone off road ever.
I like to find connections to things in life that normally don't connect. Like the fact that I've always wanted the VehiCross and finally got it... and there are many other things that I want in life, with regard to relationships or career goals, if I keep those goals in mind at all times they will happen for me I have no doubt.
I knew that once I got a new vehicle I would change me for the better, because I would previously avoid driving because my ****ty focus didn't run well or just wasn't very comfortable to ride in. Now I want to drive everywhere. If you know of some cool driving destinations or scenic routes in SoCal please let me know!http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...s/IMG_1528.JPG
:confused:...Sorry, that just struck me as funny...:laughing:Quote:
Originally Posted by VX_FX
We ARE VehiCROSS...:yesgray:...http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/sh.../9999/way/desc
I just had my DNA checked last week, & I'm 87.845% VehiCROSS. Any more & I'd have to get my blood replaced with brake fluid.:rolleyesg
We rip on each other about as often as we say "Hi", so please don't be put off by my welcome...:smilewink
Welcome to the forums & the fam, you have many miles & smiles ahead of you...:yes:.:dance:.:thumbup:.:_steering
Three words...:naughty:Quote:
Originally Posted by VX_FX
Moab in May...:dance:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...highlight=moab
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...highlight=moab
Hi,
I'm (61) Bob from Colorado Springs and I started looking for a VX about 6-weeks ago. On my first wave of searches, I found this site and found a 2000 Proton under our "For Sale" postings. I stumbled onto Crossman's 2000 Proton about midnight on night and had a hard time waiting for a respectable time to call the next morning. Larry called me back later in the day and I was with a client, so he had to leave a message that it was still available. After talking to him for about 30 minutes, I committed to buying it sight unseen.
I picked it up (3) weeks ago in Phoenix and haven't had a minute of regret.
It is a 2000 Proton that was a 1-owner with apx. 75k miles. I picked it up in monsoon-like rains at 11 pm on a Saturday night and immediately headed north to Flagstaff. I picked up snow and icy conditions for about 60 miles and was thrilled with how the VX handled it all. I took a catnap in Flagstaff about 4 am and hit the road again and the weather cleared up and I really enjoyed how effortlessly it cruised at 80 across AZ and into NM.
It will get the majority of my daily driving, but I do bust out a '75 FJ40 with a 350 chevy motor, and a couple of motorcycles.
I have enjoyed scouring the site and hope to be a contributor from time to time. MileHigh VX and Kat were both very helpful when I first joined...thank you to both...and of course to Crossman (Larry and Ellen) for taking such good care of the Proton...Bob
Hi Bob- Welcome! Great to hear your trip home was successful (and fun!).
You won't be able to wipe the smile off your face for a lonnnnggg time!
Hi Sue,
Yep, I'm just a drivin' and a grinnin'...Bob
Grats Bob. I got mine 'sight unseen' 2 years ago. Still grinning!!!
Hi all! My names Brett and i just started looking for a Vcross...Im currently in sarasota FL, but I'm going to school in fairbanks alaska in the fall. Ive done a lot of research on which SUV i want to get for the drive there, think i've finally settled on a Vcross.