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US $42,480.00
Year:2011 Mileage:42385 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2011 Toyota Sequoia Platinum
2011 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Blizzard Pearl Interior Color:     Red Rock Stock Number:BS031335
Mileage:42,385 Engine:V8 5.7L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5TDYY5G19BS031335 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck VIN Check
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2011 Toyota Sequoia Platinum
 
NAVIGATION ! LEATHER ! WOOD !
20” ALLOYS ! PDC ! REMOTE START !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE
VENTILATED SEATS ! RUNNING BOARDS !
REMOTE START ! REAR CAMERA
COMFORT AIR SUSPENSION
ADAPTIVE RADAR CRUISE CONTROL ! REAR SHADES !POWER LIFTGATE
PREMIUM JBL SYNTHESIS SOUND SYSTEM
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE
REPORTS
 
 
CLEAN LOADED 1 OWNER
PEARL WHITE SEQUOIA PLATINUM WITH 42K ORIGINAL MILES !
FULL SERVICE HISTORY ON CLEAN CARFAX !!
THIS BEAUTIFUL SEQUOIA PLATINUM COMES WITH FACTORY
5 YEARS OR 60,000 MILES DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY STILL ACTIVE FROM TOYOTA USA !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
NAVIGATION SYSTEM WITH VOICE COMMAND
TELESCOPING WOOD STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
ADAPTIVE RADAR CRUISE CONTROL WITH SELF DISTANCE MAINTAIN
QUAD ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
REMOTE START
RUNNING BOARDS
COMFORT AIR SUSPENSION WITH HEIGHT CONTROL
7 PASSENGER SEATING WITH POWER FOLDING 3RD ROW
2ND ROW CAPTAIN CHAIRS
POWER HEATED AND COOLED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
REAR HEATED SEATS
REAR VIEW CAMERA WITH PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
PREMIUM JBL SYNTHESIS SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO WITH USB IPOD CONNECT
REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
REAR SHADES
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
REAR POWER WINDSHIELD
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 20” WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ROOF RACK
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLIZZARD WHITE PEARL METALLIC on
REDROCK BROWN 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 $ 58,764 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK
RETAIL $ 47,153
 
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 42,480
IT’S A NO BRAINER !!!

If You are Looking for a TOYOTA SEQUOIA PLATINUM 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 TOYOTA SEQUOIA PLATINUM, 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
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Houston TX 77031
 
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POWER SUNROOF!
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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42K ORIGINAL MILES!
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COMMAND CENTRAL!
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NAVIGATION KEEPS YOU ON TRACK!
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BACK-UP CAMERA!
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 HEATED AND COOLED SEATS!
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SPORT AND COMFORT MODES TO FIT YOUR NEEDS!
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POWER SEATS! 
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2ND ROW CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS!
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REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT!
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REAR HEATED SEATS!
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POWER-FOLDING 3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING!
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PLENTY OF CARGO SPACE!
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POWER LIFT-GATE!
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PREMIUM 20" ALLOY WHEELS!
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ORIGINAL OWNERS MANUAL INCLUDED!
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$58K ORIGINAL STICKER PRICE!
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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:
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Surround Grille Color
  • Chrome Mirror Color
  • Front and Rear Mudguards
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Roofline Spoiler Rear Spoiler
  • Running Boards
  • Engine Skid Plate(s)
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Adjustable Third Row Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • With Independent Controls Rear Air Conditioning
  • Leather and Wood Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Second Row
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Includes Steering Wheel
  • Keyless/Illuminated Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • Overhead Console With Storage
  • 115V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Rear View Camera
  • Rear View Monitor
  • Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Air Conditioning Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Accessory Hook
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Air Suspension
  • 4.30 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Power
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Ready Trailer Hitch
  • Trailer Wiring
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • DVD Player
  • External Temperature Display
  • Wireless Headphones
  • 4 Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • DVD Navigation System W/Voice Activation Navigation System
  • Touch Screen Display Navigation System
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Hands Free Phone
  • JBL Premium Brand
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Rear Volume Control Rear Audio
  • Remote Control
  • XM W/Navtraffic Satellite Radio
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 13 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Trip Odometer
  • 9 Video Monitor Size
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Headlight Cleaners
  • Auto Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Alloy Rim
  • Full-Size Tires
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Power Glass Moonroof
  • Sliding Sunshade Moonroof
  • Tilt Moonroof
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Remote Operation Power Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Doors, Quarters and Liftgate Privacy Glass
  • Power Rear Sliding Window
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rack
  • Rear Window Sunshade
  • Side Window Sunshade
Safety:
  • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Dual Front Knee Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Shifter Activation Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating With Sliding Extensions Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding With Storage Center Armrest
  • With Cupholders Center Armrest
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • Power Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Heated
  • Multi-Level Heating Heated
  • Power Adjustments
  • 12 Power Adjustments
  • 4 Power Adjustments
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • Driver and Passenger Seatbelt Warning Sensor
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Captains Chairs Seating
  • Leather-Trimmed Upholstery
  • Perforated Upholstery
  • Ventilated
  • Front Ventilated
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GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
Canadian Customers Welcome
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If Outside US or Canada email us your Port City and Country
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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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Toyota has announced that the rear-wheel-drive Scion FR-S will replace the front-wheel-drive Scion tC as the racecar used by actors, singers and celebrities of all grades in its annual Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race. It's the first time a rear-drive vehicle has been used for the event in 27 years, with the tC having been in use since 2005, and the FWD Celica before that. This year's race takes place on April 20th amidst the festivities of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach weekend.
The racing FR-S, which debuted today at the Chicago Auto Show, won't be left stock either, but rather outfitted with a range of official Toyota Racing Development parts and equipment, such as a stainless steel exhaust, new coil overs and springs, upgraded brakes, a bigger air intake and 18-inch wheels, not to mention all of the safety equipment required to keep the celebrities and pro drivers safe. The company says the performance mods have lifted horsepower to 210 from the standard car's 200. Check out the build process for the cars in the video below to see just how much work's been done.
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Akio Toyoda is doing a pretty decent job at the helm of the Toyota empire. This is the man, after all, that declared that Toyota would get new sports cars, and that they needed to be, not should be, rear-wheel drive. We can respect that. Toyoda is also trying to do away with his company's conservative styling and bring edgier vehicles to market.
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