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    Quote Originally Posted by frakkin toaster View Post
    i may import if i cant find one locally.
    Just remember, an imported VX in one of the "unique" colors will be a JDM model (steering wheel on the right side instead of the left.) Unless you're a mailman, it will take a little getting used to.

    One item that hasn't been mentioned - the 2001 models have an AC Compressor with completely unique connections. That shouldn't be a deal-breaker since a good AC shop should be able to make a unit from a 1999-2000 fit (an OEM model will be pricey.) Just something to keep in mind if the compressor is DOA on the VX you buy.


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    Quote Originally Posted by RickOKC View Post
    Just remember, an imported VX in one of the "unique" colors will be a JDM model (steering wheel on the right side instead of the left.) Unless you're a mailman, it will take a little getting used to.
    And you would strange looking fabric recaro seats and the 3.2L engine rather than the 3.5L. On the plus side you would get a built in backup camera system, more unique looking steering wheel (U.S. VXs have the Rodeo steering wheel), and a transfer case with 2WD.

    ...Still probably not worth the hassle to import a VX when they're readily available in the U.S.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RickOKC View Post
    Just remember, an imported VX in one of the "unique" colors will be a JDM model (steering wheel on the right side instead of the left.) Unless you're a mailman, it will take a little getting used to.

    One item that hasn't been mentioned - the 2001 models have an AC Compressor with completely unique connections. That shouldn't be a deal-breaker since a good AC shop should be able to make a unit from a 1999-2000 fit (an OEM model will be pricey.) Just something to keep in mind if the compressor is DOA on the VX you buy.
    Link regarding AC compressor...

    http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=15129

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    Quote Originally Posted by RickOKC View Post
    Just remember, an imported VX in one of the "unique" colors will be a JDM model (steering wheel on the right side instead of the left.) Unless you're a mailman, it will take a little getting used to. ...
    i think i got that covered...

    ...here are some pics of my supra. its a standard too




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    Quote Originally Posted by frakkin toaster View Post
    i think i got that covered...

    ...here are some pics of my supra. its a standard too
    Drool!!!

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