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2007 Bmw M6 Coupe V10 Nav Carbon Fiber Roof Xenons Leather Pdc Smg Alloys Sport! on 2040-cars

US $33,980.00
Year:2007 Mileage:45640 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2007 BMW M6 Coupe SMG 2-Door Coupe
Exterior Color:     Silver Gray Metallic Interior Color:     Black Stock Number:798929
Mileage:45,640 Engine:V10 5L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:WBSEH93517B798929 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2007 BMW M6
 
NAVIGATION ! LEATHER ! WOOD ! PDC !
 ALLOYS ! XENONS ! KEYLESS GO !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
CARBON FIBER TOP ! M-SERIES !
SPORT PACKAGE ! PADDLE SHIFTERS !
POWERFUL 5.0L V10 ENGINE !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED
NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE
REPORTS
 
CLEAN LOADED BMW M6 WITH 45K ORGINAL MILES  
 
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:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
CARBON FIBER ROOF TOP
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYLESS START GO
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
REMOTE KEY
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
POWER TRUNK RELEASE
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
PADDLE SHIFTERS
SPORT PACKAGE
M-SERIES
POWERFUL 5.0L V10 ENGINE
 
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful SILVER GRAY METALLIC on
BLACK 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 $100,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 18,426
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 33,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
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281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a BMW M6 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!

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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE BMW M6 , then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
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Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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FULL CARBON FIBER ROOF !

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XENON HEADLIGHTS ! PDC !

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FULL LEATHER & WOOD TRIM INTERIOR !

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TELESCOPING M SPORT STEERING !
SMG PADDLE SHIFTERS !

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45K ORIGINAL MILES !

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KEYLESS START GO !

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NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND !

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL !

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COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !

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QUICK SMG TRANSMISSION !

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POWER SEATS WITH ACTIVE SEATS !

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EXCLUSIVE M SPORT 19" 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:
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Rear Spoiler
Comfort:
  • Active Charcoal Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Alloy, Leather and Wood Center Console Trim
  • Wood Dash Trim
  • Wood Door Trim
  • Fixed Rear Headrests
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front Floor Mats
  • 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
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Rear Floor Mats
  • Residual Heat Distribution
  • Alloy Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Front Door Pockets
  • Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
  • Includes Climate Control
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Includes Steering Wheel
  • Multi-Function Remote
  • 3 Number of Drivers
  • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Front Seatback
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Active
  • Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Rear Wheel Drive
  • Ride Control Driver Adjustable Suspension
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Lower Control Arms Front Arm
  • 14.7 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.4 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Self Leveling Suspension Leveling
  • Rear Limited Slip Differential
  • Lateral Links Rear Arm
  • 14.6 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.9 Rear Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Audio Security System
  • CD-Controller
  • Clock
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • DVD Navigation System W/Voice Activation Navigation System
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • Harman/Kardon Premium Brand
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • BMW Assist Satellite Communications
  • 2 Subwoofer
  • 7.1 Surround Audio
  • Tachometer
  • 13 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • High Pressure Washers Headlight Cleaners
  • Adaptive Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Self-Leveling Headlights
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Adaptive Taillights
Header:
  • No Midyear Release
    Rims / Tires:
    • 19 Diameter
    • 96 Load Rating
    • 40 Profile
    • Z Speed Rating
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Performance Tires
    • 255 Width
    • 8.5 Width
    Roof / Glass:
    • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
    • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
    • 2 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Remote Operation Power Windows
    • Rear Defogger
    Safety:
    • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • Child Seat Anchors
    • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
    • Heated Exterior Mirrors
    • Heated Driver Mirror Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Retractable Exterior Mirrors
    • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Front Head Airbags
    • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
    • Dual Front Knee Airbags
    • Front and Rear Parking Sensors
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Remote Power Door Locks
    • Rolling Code Key Rolling Code Security
    • Front Side Airbags
    • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
    Seating:
    • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
    • Folding Center Armrest
    • Sport Front Seats
    • Multi-Level Heating Heated
    • Height Adjustable
    • 12 Power Adjustments
    • Rear Heat Vents
    • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • Ski Bag
    • Bucket Seating
    • Premium Leather Upholstery

    Installed Options
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Madeira Walnut Wood Trim
      Convenience:
      • Comfort Access
        Entertainment /
          Telematics:
        • Enhanced Premium Sound
        • Hd Radio
        • Sirius Satellite Radio
        Seating:
        • Merino Full Leather
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          GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
          Canadian Customers Welcome
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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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          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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