i totally agree with storm. The models from 1999-2002 are the most tired cars. I was going to buy one a few months back, and each and every car i inspected had tired suspension , shocks, stiff steering wheels, sounds coming out of everywhere, worn out brakes etc. I personally think older model vitz are all tired now, it would be extremely difficult to get an older model with goos suspension , shock and in very good condition.
go for model 2003- upwards.
and i think you can get 99-2002 vitz with average condition registered in 4 lacks dead after bargaining ofcourse. i found a 2001 manual vitz a few months back, he was asking for 4.50 lacks, and i gave him the offer of 4 lacks which he accepted but i changed my mind afterwards.
be safe go for the newer models.
minimum 2003- upwards.