I maybe .. just maybe ... might be getting a Vehicross

[MSHardeman]

I can't find it right now but VX Kat has put together an extensive list of things to review when buying a VX. Hopefully she will see this and chime in.

[Thelgord]

Where in GA? I"m in Warner Robins.

Currently in Harlem, GA, not too far from you.

I'd see if you can find someone in the local area who IS a VX owner, or has owned one in the past--who can kick the tires for you. All VX's have the window issue. SBC still sells brackets for fixing this--so buy those & do the repair work yourself; problem solved. It they found a replacement (i.e. used) engine, lord only knows what condition it's in. It might even be a 3.2L instead of the 3.5L. A rebuilt engine isn't a bad thing at all. I'm almost positive mine had the engine rebuilt before I got it. It also doesn't burn a lick of oil--which is HIGHLY uncommon for the VX. I'd wager that they used updated internals to fix the burn issue.

This website has a lot of good info on what to look for (problem wise) on a VX. Some of the high points are rust (look at the condition of the crash bars as an indicator). ABS module inop. TOD not working properly (sometimes it's as simple as a fluid flush). Backlash adjustment (worm gears...of which I know very little about). U-Joints & bearings for the driveshaft (happens with all vehicles with age). Wet carpet (multiple causes--sometimes age related). Inside door handles splitting (poor design). Worn leather (all vehicles).

Let me know if I can help in any way. I highly recommend tint--especially on the hatch & rear windows. 20% will greatly reduce sun damage.

Thanks for the info! I am aware of the issues with the window, I have been researching this buy for a very long time.

I can't find it right now but VX Kat has put together an extensive list of things to review when buying a VX. Hopefully she will see this and chime in.

That would be very helpful! Thanks!

[Thelgord]

For an update, the original deal fell through, someone else beat me to the punch. Oh well, let the hunt continue!

I found a few for sale on AutoTrader dot com. So far the only response back I have gotten is from a private seller (Florida) who is not acting like we wants to sell very bad. Understandable, I have wanted one since I first learned of there existence, which was actually in 2014. The paint could be bad, but the images are very small. Also lists a host of other issues, so I may just drop this one and look elsewhere.