I had my rear shocks replaced today and she bounces like a new one.
I also had my oil changed. The guy checked both the PCV and EGR and assured me that they were in fine working order.
My VX is in this dangerous zone (50,000 - 55,000 miles) and it looks like we are going to through it with flying colors.
On another note, oredered the purge vent selionoid today and will get it replaced next week.