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US $32,980.00
Year:2009 Mileage:67635 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2009 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Alpine White Interior Color:     Chateau Nevada Leather Stock Number:223429
Mileage:67,635 Engine:I6 3L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5UXFG43549L223429 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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2009 BMW X6 35i AWD !
ALPINE WHITE WITH CHATEAU RED INTERIOR !
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2009 BMW X6 xDrive35i
All Wheel Drive
 
NAVIGATION ! SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! XENONS ! WOOD !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
KEYLESS START GO ! REAR CAMERA
PDC ! RUNNING BOARDS !
POWER LIFTGATE
 
1 OWNER TOP LOADED X6 WITH CLEAN HISTORY  !
SUPER RARE ALPINE WHITE WITH CHATEAU RED LEATHER WOW !  
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
ADD A 3 MONTH 3,000 MILE WARRANTY
FOR ONLY $ 295
ASK US FOR DETAILS ON A 4 YEAR UNLIMITED MILES NATION WIDE WARRANTY !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD  TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
POWER LIFT GATE
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 19”  WHEELS
KEYLESS START GO
TINTED WINDOWS
SPORTS PACKAGE
PREMIUM PACKAGE
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful ALPINE WHITE on
CHATEAU RED LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 58,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 37,649
NADA RETAIL $ 37,150
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 32,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a BMW X6 XDRIVE35i AWD with all the options with LOW MILES, You Don't Have to Look any Further!!!
DON'T SLEEP ON THIS ONE!

NOTE: JUST LIKE ANY USED VEHICLE FEW VERY MINOR NICK NACKS DUE TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR AND ROAD DEBRIS.
REMEMBER: YOU ARE BUYING A TOP LOADED USED VEHICLE IN CLEAN CONDITION NOT A BRAND NEW ONE!

Bid with Excitement & Confidence!!!
Only at ULTIMATE MOTORSPORT !!
Good Luck & Happy Bidding!!!
FOR ANY QUESTIONS FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT
281-506-8808

So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE BMW X6 XDRIVE35i AWD, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
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FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
or email sales
 
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We Export For Canadian Customers
Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
Call
281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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RUNNING BOARDS !

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL !

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SPORTS PACKAGE !

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PREMIUM PACKAGE !

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ACTIVE XENON HEADLIGHTS !

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BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR !

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POWER SUNROOF !

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CHATEAU RED LEATHER !

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TELESCOPING STEERING WITH CONTROLS !

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KEYLESS START GO !

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BEAUTIFUL WOOD TRIM !

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REAR VIEW CAMERA ! TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE !

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NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND !

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COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !

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CLEAN REAR LEATHER SEATS !

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LOTS OF CARGO SPACE !

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POWER LIFT GATE !

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BMW M SPORT 20" ALLOY WHEELS !

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Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Black With Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
Comfort:
  • Active Charcoal Air Filtration
  • Alloy, Leather and Wood Center Console Trim
  • Alloy, Leather and Wood Dash Trim
  • Alloy, Leather and Wood Door Trim
  • Fixed Rear Headrests
  • Cargo Area Carpet Floors
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Alloy Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Retractable Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Includes Steering Wheel
  • Keyless/Illuminated Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifter Controls
  • Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Roll Stability Control
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
  • Ready Trailer Hitch
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • In-Dash AM/FM CD/MP3 Single Disc
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Audio Security System
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • External Temperature Display
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • Radio Data System
  • Ready Satellite Radio
  • 2 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 12 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Cornering Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Self-Leveling Headlights
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
  • Adaptive Taillights
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Mount Location
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
  • 5 Wheel Spokes
Roof / Glass:
  • Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
  • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
  • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
  • One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof
  • Power Moonroof
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
Safety:
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Battery Disconnect Impact Sensor
  • Fuel Cut-Off Impact Sensor
  • Front and Rear Parking Sensors
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Power Door Locks
  • Front and Rear Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Center Armrest
  • Split Folding Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • Height Adjustable
  • 10 Power Adjustments
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • Bucket Seating
  • Leather Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Running Boards
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Active Steering
    • Dark Bamboo Wood Trim
    • Nappa Leather
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • BMW Assist
    • Hd Radio
    • Navigation System
    • Satellite Radio
    • Smartphone Integration
    Package:
    • Cold Weather Package
    • Premium Package
    • Premium Sound Package
    • Sport Package
    • Technology Package
    Rims / Tires:
    • 20 Light Alloy Wheels
      Safety:
      • Rearview Camera
        Seating:
        • Heated Front Seats
        • Multi-Contour Seats
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        We Finance ! Rates a slow as 2.99% with Approved credit
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        Shipping Information
        WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
        GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
        Canadian Customers Welcome
        Email us your zip code for Special Shipping Rates !
        email sales@ultimatems.com
        If Outside US or Canada email us your Port City and Country
        for a quote !
        Dealership Information
        Ultimate Motorsports
        Main Phone:(281) 506-8808
        Alt. Phone:(281) 657-7293
        Email:sales@ultimatems.com
        Business Hours:
        Weekdays:9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
        Saturday:10 TO 5PM
        Sunday:CLOSED
        Location:
        10311 Altonbury Lane
        Houston, TX 77031
        Map of Ultimate Motorsports at 10311 Altonbury Lane, Houston, TX 77031
        Terms of Sale
        Standard Terms & conditions
         

        PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! BY SUBMITTING A BID, MAKING AN OFFER OR CLICKING THE BUY IT NOW YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

        Fee and Tax Information: All Texas residents will pay 6.25% state sales tax and $ 133 Title Fee. This only applies to Texas Residents ONLY! Out of State customer only pay :

        All sales are subject to Texas V.I.T. tax based at a rate of .002834% of purchase price and $395.00 Processing fee.

        PAYPAL IS FOR DEPOSITS ONLY. WE DO NOT ACCEPT FULL PAYMENTS THOUGH THE PAYPAL.

        FINANCING IS AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT (WAC) ONLY ! ALL BUY IT NOW PRICES LISTED ARE FOR CASH BUYERS OR IF CUSTOMERS ARRANGE THEIR OWN FINANCING !!!

        IF YOU CHOOSE TO CLICK THE BUY IT NOW OPTION YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PICK UP THE VEHICLE LOCALLY AND ADDRESS ANY ISSUES BEFORE THE VEHICLE LEAVES THE LOT.

        Please contact SALES@ultimatems.com or 281-657-7293
        Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00 NON REFUNDABLE deposit is due within 24 hours of end of auction. The remainder is due within 7 days of Auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise.  Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 2002 or with more than 100K miles. Make sure if financing, your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding.
        Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, we will gladly cooperate, you can locate shippers by doing a search for `auto shippers`.
        If you are not sure about something, Please ASK. Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.
        Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle.  All non-paying high bidders will be reported to Ebay, and negative feedback posted.
        PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY.  IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION.
        By placing a bid on this vehicle you are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the above-described vehicle. We reserve the right to cancel all existing bids and end the auction early should the item no longer be available for sale.
        By bidding and buying this auction, you enter a contract that you have read and understood all the terms and conditions of this auction. 
        We reserve the rights to sell the car outside the ebay auctions. We reserve the right to end the auction anytime. We reserve the right to cancel any bid from any bidder. 
        This vehicle is being sold as is, where it is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. In either case, The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
        Please understand that the vehicles are Pre-Owned vehicles and at times, the vehicles may come without accessories such as extra keys, cd magazines, navigation discs, floormats, tools, and owner's manuals. Please call for the exact accessories included for the vehicle. 
        Buyer's are responsible for shipping costs.
        All bidders should have all questions answered and loans pre-approved before bidding. Please note that Non paying buyers would be handled by our attorney. Remember buying a car on eBay is legal binding contract.

        All vehicles are sold "AS IS". This is in full accordance with the laws of the State of TEXAS regarding motor vehicle sales. You the buyer/bidder must have a complete understanding that this vehicle is used and we do not know the complete history of this vehicle. We are presenting this vehicle to the best of our knowledge. The accuracy of our description is based on any and all information that we were able to obtain concerning this vehicle either by records, previous owners statements, or other statements if any made by the persons who sold or traded in this vehicle. We ULTIMATE MOTORSPORT Inc or any of its employees or agents will not be held responsible. All buyers are responsible for having an independent inspection completed on their vehicle of inetrest prior to sale or close of auction. You are welcome to fly in or schedule a inspection with several companies in Houston area to have a car professionally inspected.

        WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY REPAIRS OR INSPECTIONS PRIOR OR AFTER THE SALE OF AN AUTOMOBILE. ALL VEHICLES SOLD AS IS WHERE IS !!

        WE WELCOME INSPECTIONS BUT PLEASE DO INSPECTIONS BEFORE THE SALE IS CONFIRMED ! 

        This Agreement will be governed the laws of the State of Texas (without regard to principals of conflict of laws). Any claims arising out of or related to this Agreement or the Goods shall be brought exclusively in Harris County, Texas. Bidder submits to the jurisdiction of all such courts. BIDDER AND SELLER HEREBY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY ACTION TO ENFORCE, DEFEND, CONSTRUE OR OTHERWISE CONCERNING THIS AGREEMENT OR THE GOODS. If it is necessary for bidder to commence litigation to enforce any portion of this Agreement, Seller will be entitled to recover from Bidder its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, including the reasonable fees of in-house counsel.

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