Here's an option to look at. Your VX is a 99. 99s have been known to have a cylinder flaw. Use the $4000 as a down payment to buy a new 2001 VX. It will be new to you. Part out your 99 VX to pay off the remainder of the 2001.

Just anther option.

Peace.
Tom

p.s.
I'll be first in line for the plastic plate the shifter sits on.