Q's about VX model differences

[vxDAKINECHICvx]

I guess I never realized that color was a major factor.......but I guess everyone likes what they like. I love all VX colors.

Still want to paint that cladding black though....

[tysamigo]

OK now I think I understand.

So basically the "motor" of the VX is the same for ALL models? The only difference would be a few cosmetic stickers for the Ironman package, towing, and ski rack/storage rack? I have seen some models with 6 disc changers. I don't use CDs and I carry all music on a 80gb MP3 player so it doesn't matter to me.

I just wanted to ensure as far as the engine/motor is concerned that there are no differences that I need to look out for.

Is all of this correct?

If so then maybe it would be in my best interest to find the lowest mileage vehicle that is most affordable and then paint it to the color I want which is Proton. I LOVE the red/black interior so if the Ebony already has it (and this is one of the VXs I'm looking at) then I wouldn't have to go out there and purchase new red/black seats (which was my original intention). I could simply buy the VX, paint it yellow and have a nice day

Tyler

[ZEUS]

There is a guy that goes by the user name "Chopper" who owns an auto body shop who can answer any painting questions for you better than anyone else - he is very forthcoming with information. You could send him a PM and I am sure he would respond very soon. Sorry to volunteer you Chopper!

Something some folks have done is remove the red parts of their seats and have an interior shop sew in yellow to match their Proton's skin - looks real trick! So if you are going to take the painting route you could take it a step further by doing that. A search in the gallery may show you the pics of the yellow trimmed interior... Happy hunting!!!

[ZEUS]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/sh...php?photo=1084

Hopefully this link will work. This is the only pic I found.

[tysamigo]

Wow,

That yellow interior is EXACTLY what I have been missing. I kept thinking, man there is something missing from making it really stand out and be more "concept" if you will... and this is it!!!

Thanks a lot, this is exactly what I want to do. I guess I can start calling around locally to find out who be the best. Maybe there is a website out there that has reputable people/businesses who do this kind of thing and professionaly. I've never modded a vehicle much before. I've always drove it stock, but with the VX, man oh man, it's hard not to want to mod it and just take it to the next level. The sheere design of the VX just makes your imagination run wild...

Thanks for your suggestion and link to the photo, this is what I'm out to do that is once I get a VX. I can get the one I want and close by to me with about 48k miles on it but I would have to paint it. I'm thinking even this route would be worth it.

Has anyone else seen someone turning a "non-Proton" VX into a Proton VX by repainting?

I know one thing is for sure, as crazy as it sounds, adopting a VX is making me feel alive again from such a "normal/routine" life...

They should use them as therapy

Tyler

[johnnyapollo]

I thought about swapping out the interior of my Proton to red/black, but the hue of red doesn't really look that great with the Proton color (guess that's why they used black/gray). It's a little too dark - Kathy and Shawn's VX in the pic (previous post) looked great with the yellow/black interior. It had yellow carpets, mats and headliner along with the yellow/black seats. The only thing I didn't like was that the seats were recovered in some synthetic instead of real leather - would have been better in real leather in my opinion.

I've seen an Ironman that was repainted to yellow and it looked good - the only thing that was ackward was the engine compartment (still white) - if you're base is an ebony I don't think it'll be as noticable. Once you get that ebony you may surprise yourself into getting to like the color - I've ridden in several and really like them - probably my second favorite after the proton's color.

-- John

[nfpgasmask]

That is a no-brainer. Go with the black VX.

Bart

[Raque Thomas]

Tyler,

I coould meet you today or tomorrow around 5:45 off the Snyder at Preston if you want to see/drive a VX. To repaint the VX correctly is going to be a pretty expensive proposition. If you decide to change the interior to yellow - my cousin owns Scott's auto upholstry in Louisville - they do a LOT of custom work.