New VX Owner

[MustangO4]

I agree with all above and would also point out it lacks many amenities I think it should have from the factory so they should be on the list of things you might want to consider doing. Rear door popper, light in the back, fix the windows, are gotta do its, a throaty ehaust and some lift and tires are at the top of my, should do it mods. Going from a 4 runner to the VX was a big cut in nicities, but for fun and attention there is nothing like a VX. You'll love it!

[JHarris1385]

Ty,

That VX in NV your looking at is nice. Its is the one with the yellow skid plate in the front and yellow around the shifters right? Looks clean. My opinion.

Plus I want a Proton for my 2nd VX im planning on purchasing in the next year, so Iv been watching.

I am just across the 2nd st bridge in Southern IN, if you need anything.

[JHarris1385]

Another Proton a little closer in IL....about 275 miles away.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...e=&cardist=275

[tysamigo]

JHarris,

Thanks a lot! I will certainly plan to visit you and our VX's can meet each other. Most everything you've listed are mods I wish to do myself. This is great that you are that close. Is this group the best way to reach you or by email? I will get a hold of you once I get my new baby

Ty

[tysamigo]

Mustang and Bart,

Thanks for the heads up. I've never heard of this and I will take Jonny's advice. I have a plane ticket already. I've found yet another Proton that has only 43k miles on it from someone on this group. I'm waiting to hear a few more details and will likely go out to CA to see it and if I like it (which so far I do very much) and the price is right, I will buy it and drive it back.

Now that I know about the oil issue I will certainly be checking it on the way back. I will get an extended warranty from my local auth. Isuzu dealer (3 yr up to 100,000 miles on the odometer for $2k) and will ask them while in for its first service if there is anything that can be done about it. Thanks for the heads up!

Johnny,
How do you know what # Proton you have or how would I know what number my Proton will be?

Thanks
Tyler

[JHarris1385]

Ty,

It will be the last four digits of your VIN.

JRH

[Cobrajet]

Sounds like you've pretty much decided on travelling the country to get a Proton. Good choice. IMHO, the mileage should not be a deciding factor; overall condition and mainenance should. My VX has just over 98,000 miles and has been used as a daily driver since purchased. However, it has been meticulously maintained, all major service performed by the same dealership on schedule, all oil changes done by me on schedule, it has been garaged both at work and at home, so it does not have faded cladding and interior, and has never been smoked in, eaten in, or spilled in. I have never had any problems with the windows, CD player, oil loss/burning, or strange noises. I've reset the Check Engine light a few times (and it didn't come back) and I've replaced my shocks after one blew. My exprience has been exceptional, and I attribute that to regular maintenance and care. Bottom line, for any prospective buyer, don't pass on a VX just because it has "matured".

[CrnCnn]

Mustang and Bart,

Thanks for the heads up. I've never heard of this and I will take Jonny's advice. I have a plane ticket already. I've found yet another Proton that has only 43k miles on it from someone on this group. I'm waiting to hear a few more details and will likely go out to CA to see it and if I like it (which so far I do very much) and the price is right, I will buy it and drive it back.

Now that I know about the oil issue I will certainly be checking it on the way back. I will get an extended warranty from my local auth. Isuzu dealer (3 yr up to 100,000 miles on the odometer for $2k) and will ask them while in for its first service if there is anything that can be done about it. Thanks for the heads up!

Johnny,
How do you know what # Proton you have or how would I know what number my Proton will be?

Thanks
Tyler

Are you looking at Ghengis', if so you might have made a good choice. I was interested in it a few months ago. Never went to see it though, decided on something else. I looked up the last four of the VIN and found that the previous owner did some nice things to it. I ran the carfax at that time too and it checked out.