Thanks for the words Knivx. If we did live closer, I'm sure we'd be talking. Bob (Navistar) has been a gracious host in providing me with a connection to learning about the VX, seeing them in person, and even driving one.

Without that reference, I might have been slightly more tempted to consider my find -- though doubtful. Still, he clearly showed me was reasonable wear for this particular vehicle is. And, really, it doesn't wear faster/slower than any other well-treated ride.

The last nugget I discovered just before leaving the demo was the owner had messed up his grill because he put it in a ditch. (Hello possible cause of the drivetrain vibration). Throw that potential problem into the mix and you got one dillusional seller.

My biggest constraint at this point is time. I'm shocked that I haven't replaced my winter vehicle -- especially since my Corvette is still being restored. For six months I've held out -- hoping to find a VX before being forced to buy a Jeep. I drove the car we bought for my daughter. She's now 16 and thumping her foot to take the reins. The proverbial foot is about to fall.