Well Vicky still looks like she still has 35,000 miles which is impressive since you do drive her everyday in mountains.
Looks like my VX will be a DD soon too. I will be selling my big comfy Tundra next month and hold off on buying a replacement until late next spring. This is all part of operation "save up to buy a house."
I have full confidence in the VX for the Winter.... even with 35" tires.