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Hello Everyone,
My name is Yani and i am brand spanking new here. i came across this page and thought it was awesome specially because i am looking for parts and had no luck finding them unless i pay cucu bucks too. I love my vehicross. nobody in my town has one so i think is the coolest thing that i am the only with such an awesome vehicle. and i love when people stare at it or ask me what the hell is that?... Right now i been on a mission to find a hood insert. if anybody has one for sale or can point me in the right direction where i can find one please and thank you. it will be greatly appreciated...seats will be next.
sonic,Quote:
Originally Posted by UltrAsoniC89
You're better off starting a thread for what you are looking for rather than having it buried in the Intro Thread.
Try going to your local boneyard & letting them try their magical nationwide search for one for you. Unfortunately my original one was busted in the accident so the new (to me) one that came with the bumper cover is in use. IIRC VX KAT had one (with a small crack) for sale a while back. Send her a PM to see if she still has it.
Tom
drigger,Quote:
Originally Posted by driggersyanira
Welcome to the family.
Again, start a thread for what you are looking for rather than burying it in the intros.
I have an extra insert but it's got the ubiquitous crack in it. I hung onto it to try to repair & then LineX as a spare but I really don't need it. Lemme know by Private Message if you're interested.
Tom
First of all, big "thank you" to everyone for sharing on this forum. I have been lurking for a few weeks now and have learned so much.
I just received my 2001 Ironman VX today (94k miles), which I purchased "sight-unseen" from Virginia Beach, VA. Luckily, she is pretty close to what the seller advertised. I am very happy with the vehicle overall.
Prior to the purchase, I did some research on this VX and also spoke with a mechanic shop in VA that had done some work on her a short time ago. The mechanic shop had a favorable review of the VX.
About me:
Name: Greg
Profession: Independent Used Vehicle Dealer
Location: Gonzales, LA (near Baton Rouge)
Why I bought a VX: (Familiar story, I'm sure) Wanted one when they came out....couldn't afford at the time....kinda forgot about the VX over the years cause I never see them! Decided to fulfill my dream of ownership now that I have the means.
That's about it.
Will post pics soon.
Looking forward to contributing to this forum (already have financially, but hope to offer some helpful input regarding the VX soon! :winkgray:)
Welcome to the family GPA.
Yah, that story is quite similar to many members here.:)
Hope you enjoy driving your VX as much as you dreamed you would.
Hi. My name is Jay and I just bought a 2000 Proton Vehicross last week. This one, in fact: http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=24633
It has some problems, and I've been working my way through them, with help from some of the posts here.
Hi, My name is Matt, got my VX out in Lancaster, CA back in 2008. Recently came to point where I debated selling it or putting time and $ in to fix things that are starting to go bad/need work. I am not very experienced at working on my VX but trying to learn so that I can keep it and maintain it myself. Anyone in the Phx or Chandler, AZ area that would like to lend a hand/advice, I could definitely use it. Would love to get it back to trail-ready to go to a meet out in AZ sometime.
Hi all,
First off by letting me thank you all! You all helped me find the right VX.
I grew up on a Reservation in Montana. (might be first full blooded Native to own one?)
Moved here to Gilroy,CA (stinkin garlic capital of the world) in 99.
New owner of an 01 Ironman. (loving every second of it)
Picked it up in Sacramento,CA. 126k and counting. No history on it and no luck searching. It's stock except for aftermarket stereo/speakers.
Look forward to the journey with you all.
Thanks Tom it would be a rare find in a bone yard and if i did find one i think i take it home with me or at the very least try and buy it.
Also i like to say Hello to all the Maryland people and everyone visits this site like to meet everyone for a VX party at one of the local parks.
Contact these guys, they all have many parts they're selling:Quote:
Originally Posted by UltrAsoniC89
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...threadid=24301
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...threadid=23895
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...threadid=24505
I have a chance to buy a 1999 VX w/ 110,000 mi on it. It's an original owner vehicle for $5000. It runs great now but am I looking at expensive repairs down the road? - thanks
You can also email me at mlittle.mail@insightbb.com with any helpful suggestions...
- thanks
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I have a chance to buy a 1999 VX w/ 110,000 mi on it. It's an original owner vehicle for $5000. It runs great now but am I looking at expensive repairs down the road? - thanks
Welcome. Use the search function on the home page to try to find members near you (members from the drop down, click on advanced & then on the next page you can put in city and/or state.)Quote:
Originally Posted by AZOutlaw
Grats on finding the right VX for you & welcome to the family.Quote:
Originally Posted by VehiCrow
I was thinking about a 'fix it' party at my place in November. I'll keep you posted.Quote:
Originally Posted by UltrAsoniC89
Welcome to the family. As with any used vehicle purchase, it's completely 'luck of the draw'. We'll be hoping that you found a good one & that there are no expensive repairs waiting for you. The best advice is to spend time reading through the forums to find any kind of preventative maintenance that is unique to the VX (such as checking your oil at every fueling, cleaning/replacing your PCV at every oil change, regular CV boot inspection ....). Just let us know if you have any issues & we'll help you to find the most reasonable solution.Quote:
Originally Posted by mlittle59
I have been requested to introduce myself here. So HI Everybody! (a little Dr Nick humor sorry)
I have not as yet gotten a VX though I am looking, there's a few here in the KC area for sale at the moment (never even seen one for sale local prior to this). I have lurked here for several years looking at the mods and and updates (and the pictures). I have loved the VX for a while, it speaks to my performance background but also gives me a great option for offroading and of course something to drive in the KC winters instead of my 2005 GTO. :)
Looking for tips and what to look for and what to watch out for when buying and test driving one of these beasts.
Thanks all!
S
The oil consumption is probably one of the most important issues to ask about. Officially, to cover their butts, Isuzu issued a TSB advising that 1 qt/1000 miles was considered "normal".Quote:
Originally Posted by PontiacPureBred
Overheating seems to have become a VERY common problem in the past year or two. Most report it only occurs when A/C is on, air temp is very hot, and stop/go traffic. Frequently, it's been the fan clutch that was the culprit, and resolved the problem when replaced (for me included). So I'd ask about that.
You mentioned you found the questionnaire, that's a great start.
Did you come across the "expanded" questionnaire? It goes a bit further into detail and is better organzied/grouped.
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...08&postcount=2
Yep that's the one I have sent to two sellers, they both hate me now. :) (One said he was familiar with the boards and actually bought his through someone here - that gave me some reason for optimism)Quote:
Originally Posted by VX KAT
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3986653081.html
I will watch out for the issues mentioned here and in the other thread I started, of course with regard to overheating ... I have owned a lot of big engine Pontiacs, and I have dealt with those issues ALOT. I will probably go bigger aluminum radiator and electric fans (unless there's no room for that stuff.)
With the new GTOs Pontiac was bad about CYA TSBs too, so I am familiar with that insanity as well, does not take away from a good, fun ride.
I happen to know a bit about big aluminum radiators in a VX ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by PontiacPureBred
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...minum+radiator
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...minum+radiator
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...minum+radiator
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...minum+radiator
Newthings sold his VX, but LittleBeast just installed his last month (as well as an electric fan set up).
That's the only three I know of in a VX.
Hey all!
finally after 20 years since I first saw a picture of the VX in an article in the USA today rag, i finally own one. long story short, my Dad and I both loved the look of the VX, he bought this one in 2002 with 105 miles on it for 25k, i helped him find it, but could'nt afford to own it myself. drove 300 miles to get it and he gave me the first test drive! loved it then and still do. Pops decided it was time to pass the vx baton.
Now that its mine i intend to do lots of upgrades. been following the forum for months and have read lots of great info and stories, glad to be part of the owners club!
Welcome to the family krdgc. Interesting story ... there's a couple of other owners who inherited their VX ... but not many.
Thanks for the intro! yeah been watching the poor thing degrade over the last decade... the old man was never one for maintenance unfortunately.
I just finished reading the forum on the upgraded hitch mount. any word on the future of that project? seems the welder has suffered a tough year.
new to the whole forum thing, trying to figure out the nuances...
Hi everyone! I found my vehicross through craigslist not more than 20 miles from my house. He was a bit battered some missing bits, scratched and has a funny sound about him. I saw the TOD and thought I should call the little truck todd. I was recovering from a bad car accident(55+45 head on) almost died but recovering great now. I am living in the app mountains of NW North Carolina. Todd handles the mountains great, always plenty of power. My new hobby is fixing him up bit by bit. Todd and I drive daily always getting coments or stares.Quote:
Originally Posted by Moncha
Welder Guy is building them up as we speak (albeit slooooooowly). Want me to add your name to the list?Quote:
Originally Posted by krdgc70
Grats on the VX .... & the recovery. Welcome to the family. A few of us are headed down to Uwharrie (sp?) in October if you'd like to join in.Quote:
Originally Posted by ncvxfixup
Yes, Tom4bren, i would like to be on the list!
hi everyone, I'm roxsanne
I have a `99 silver ironman edition, his nickname is speedy
i am the originial owner of the vehicle. I still have the dealership brochure when I went to take a look at him. I also have the limited edition hot wheels they made of him. I hate to admit i don't drive him much. I had a baby and its not the most convenient getting the kiddo in and out of the back. but i won't part with him. a friend of mine told him they may put this vehicle on a collectors list because they are so limited-so few were made and there are small numbers of them out in the market(due to accidents and such). I don't come to the website very often but i will try harder. lots of info out here. hope to talk to everyone soon.
Hi Everyone. I'm Stephanie, was from the Arkansas Ozarks, recently moved to OK.
My hubby and I bought our first VX in 04. Drove to Memphis to pick it up. I wasn't as gung ho as he was from the pics on the Internet but when he let me drive it part way home, I fell in love. lol Unfortunately, he liked variety and traded it off a while later not long before he passed away.
I have been driving a VW Beetle but it was totaled last friday. I'm banged up but could have been much worse so no complaints, God was definitely watching over me. I haven't heard back from the adjuster yet but the tow guy was sure it would be totaled (bent frame, leaking gas). So, been 'window' car shopping and came across a VX not too far away with 155000 on it. My aunt passed away the day after my wreck so between arrangements for her and barely able to walk, I haven't been able to go check it out but I'm hoping to this weekend or first of next week. Keeping my fingers crossed I can get it or if not, maybe find another.
My only other ride is a Honda Shadow bike and I'm not sure I could lift it off it's kickstand right now I hurt so bad but can't wait to get back on it. Look forward to getting to know you all and find my own VX.
Stephanie, welcome (back) to the obsession. So sorry to hear about everything that you are going through right now, but it can only get better from here right?
Like any car, the VX can be very reliable depending on how it was taken care of by the previous owner(s). Be sure to take a good look at the VX that you are thinking about, but if it doesn't feel right then walk away. The right VX is out there for you and it may take a little bit to find it. I looked for a year, or more, before finding mine but when I did find her I knew she was the one. There are a few for sale by members here on the site so keep your eyes open. Many of us have gotten our VX's from out of state and either had them shipped home, or flown out and driven them back. There are many members here who would be happy to look at a VX for you if/when you find one far away from you.
Look forward to seeing you around.
I was lucky to have a family friend with a VX, though when my dad got his hands on it the engine had been completely blown. Within the last year we've replaced the engine and the shocks and completely transformed it! Just last week he drove it from Arkansas to Kansas to surprise me with it. I'm beyond in love with it already! :) :) :)
(I haven't figured out how to upload pictures on here yet though)
Welcome, what a great surprise!Quote:
Originally Posted by devinlea
HOW TO UPLOAD PICS TO YOUR GALLERY:
- Click on "Gallery" from the top banner along the top
- Then click "Gallery Links", also along top banner
- Find "Upload Photos" from drop down box
- Next screen will show where you can attach up to 5 pics from your gallery
- Look for "Choose file", click and then find the pic on your computer
- After you've selected up to 5, scroll down and click button "Upload/Submit". It may take a minute or so.
- After it uploads, a screen showing the pics you've just uploaded will appear.
- Here you can add text or a title to each pic.
- Click SUBMIT button
HOW TO ATTACH THEM TO A POST:
- Start a post
- On right side you'll see a small gray box titled "My pics"
- Click "Open"
- Find the pics in your Gallery and click "Upload"
- Can add up to 20 pics in a single post
- Once attached in the body of the post, hit the RETURN/ENTER key after each one so there's a space between each pic.
Okay thank you so much! :)
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...BdCMAA3gSf.jpg
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...49317120_n.jpg
Hello to all. My name is Greg, I am an admirer of the VehiCROSS from it's introduction. My girlfriend wants to trade off her Nissan pickup and she was intrigued when I suggested we go in halves on eh VX. She likes the way it looks.
Problem is all the vehicles for sale are 100+ miles away. Do any of you live in DFW? Maybe I can buy you lunch and you can show your VX off to Danielle.
Ooooooooooh, halves? Scary!
Welcome. I hope you find the right VX for you.
You can click on the member map (left column on the home page) & see what members live near you & contact them by PM to see if they are interested in meeting up. The map is voluntary though so it doesn't list all members in your area.
or
You can use the search function in the left column on the home page. Select 'Members' from the drop down, click on 'Advanced Search' & Begin Search. On the next page, enter city and/or state & search again. That'll bring up members in your area & you can find one close by & contact them by PM or email about meeting up. As you scroll through the members in your area though, pay attention to when their last visit to the site was. If it's been a long time since they've visited, then they may have sold their VX.
or you could just get names of some of the active members in that area . . . . . ;) :bgwb:
(;) OK Tom,:p I'm a little biased, cuz I miss living in Dallas so much. Guess you taught him how to fish though!)
Scott Harness lives in Dallas (I think he's down by the M streets)
Tomdietrying (Tom) is in Dallas
Dumke (Rob) lives on the FT.Worth side
Gonzo7231 (Joel) lives in Plano
FlyingV77 - Dallas
The first 3 are long time owners, and have many mods too. You'll find this group is a pretty darn friendly bunch and happy to help prospective and current owners all the time!
Good luck with your search!
p.s.- MANY of us had to buy long distance because of how few there are. I bought from VA, shipped to AZ. Some fly to the place and drive home, some ship.
Well ... I rolled with his handle & gave him 10% of an answer:)Quote:
Originally Posted by VX KAT
Just bought a 2000 Vehicross at auction in California. Paid $2,700 so I'm dying to see what mechanical condition it's in. Exterior/insides look great. The car shipper gets here in two days to deliver it to Austin, TX. Either I'm going to be very happy or searching for a mechanic.
Nice!!
Fingers x'd its not a heep !Quote:
Originally Posted by CSieber
Do you know miles, does it run?
What auction was it?
:_beer:
Jo
It was at blok auto. Apparently a charity auction of some sort in LA. It has 144k, and was test driven and passed a California exhaust test. That's about all I know. I figured I'd roll the dice for $2,700... I'll know this Friday when the car is dropped off. I'll make sure to take some pictures and give a report on its mech condition. I'd appreciate all the crossed fingers I can get!
Found this site years ago. Had an original 99 silver Vx that some kid smashed into on my way up skiing a few years ago. Totaled that. Found a 99 Ironman on eBay and spent a while mixing and matching parts before letting the silver hulk go to the insurance company. Been driving the Ironman since but it needs some work. But still more fun to drive than any other vehicle I've ever owned.
Welcome back.