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US $34,980.00
Year:2011 Mileage:62868 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2011 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Super White Interior Color:     Sand Beige Stock Number:032597
Mileage:62,868 Engine:V8 5.7L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5TDKY5G13BS032597 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2011 Toyota Sequoia
Limited
 
SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! WOOD ! ALLOYS ! POWER LIFTGATE ! PDC !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
REAR CAMERA ! SPOILER !
DUAL DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM !
3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING !
PREMIUM JBL AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM !
 
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REPORTS
 
1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED TOYOTA SEQUOIA
 
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 !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
POWER LIFTGATE
HALOGEN 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
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
ROOF RACK
RUNNING BOARDS
REAR SPOILER
5.7 LITER V8 ENGINE
LIMITED EDITION
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
REAR CAMERA
DUAL REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
JBL AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TOW PACKAGE
POWER FOLDING 3 ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING
ORIGINAL WINDOW STICKER
BOOK WITH KEYS
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful SUPER WHITE on
SAND BEIGE LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 52,630 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 38,680
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 34,980
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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!

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Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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RUNNING BOARDS

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ROOF RACK

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TOW PACKAGE

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL

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TINTED WINDOWS/PRIVACY GLASS

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HALOGENS

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WOOD TRIM INTERIOR

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SUNROOF

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PREMIUM LEATHER BUCKET SEATS

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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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REAR CAMERA

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DUAL AC HEAT

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USB AUX

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POWER SEATS

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JBL AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM

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DUAL REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT

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2ND ROW CAPTAINS CHAIRS

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3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING

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REAR POWER SEATS

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POWER LIFTGATE

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5.7 LITER V8 ENGINE

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20' ALLOY WHEELS

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BOOK WITH KEYS

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ORIGINAL WINDOW STICKER

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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
  • 3 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 Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Cruise Control
  • 16 Cupholders
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Keyless, Illuminated Entry and Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • Overhead Console With Storage
  • 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
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Accessory Hook
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 4.30 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Power
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Double Wishbone Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
  • Ready Trailer Hitch
  • Trailer Wiring
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • 6 Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Hands Free Phone
  • JBL Premium Brand
  • AM/FM Radio
  • XM Satellite Radio
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 13 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Odometer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running 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
  • 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
  • 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:
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • One-Touch Fold Flat Folding
  • Power Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Multi-Level Heating Heated
  • Power Adjustments
  • 10 Power Adjustments
  • 4 Power Adjustments
  • Reclining
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • Driver and Passenger Seatbelt Warning Sensor
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • Sliding
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • 40-20-40 Split Bench Seating
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather-Trimmed Upholstery

Installed Options
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • DVD Rear Seat Entertainment
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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
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    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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