I think you may have misunderstood my intent. If I should purchase a VX it will be for building a dedicated Overland rig. This will not be a daily driver, nor will it be a parking lot queen. This vehicle will probably be doing things it was never intended to do all of the sake of adventure, a few pictures and a whole lot of memories.

I am still running the numbers and collecting data vs my Tacoma. It is surprisingly close when everything is tabulated. One of the things I am considering is dumping the TOD system and just going with a manual transfer case and manual hubs with a set of lockers. With the electrical issues of the VX I think this may be a "safe" move. Another option is a diesel conversion for extended range (cost less than many people would think). For either vehicle I will be making my own trail armor so that is not really a factor. What really brings the numbers close though, is the VX won't have a $450/month payment and it will cost less to insure.