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US $10,980.00
Year:2003 Mileage:125014 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2003 Cadillac Escalade LUXURY 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Sable Black Interior Color:     Shale Stock Number:234695
Mileage:125,014 Engine:V8 5.3L OHV Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1GYEC63T13R234695 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2003 Cadillac Escalade
Luxury Edition
 
LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! PDC ! WOOD
PREMIUM BOSE SOUND SYSTEM
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING !
RUNNING BOARDS
 
CLEAN LOADED CADILLAC ESCALADE WITH FULL SERVICE HISTORY ON CLEAN CARFAX
 
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:
TELESCOPING WOOD STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
THREE ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD  TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
ROOF RACK
ON STAR EQUIPPED
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
REAR HEATED SEATS
PREMIUM BOSE SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 17”  WHEELS
7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
TOW PACKAGE
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful SABLE BLACK on
SHALE LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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Original $ 59,000 Price!!!
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OUR BUY IT NOW $ 10,980
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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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RUNNING BOARDS !
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TOW PACKAGE !
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HEATED SEATS !
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WOOD STEERING !
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REAR AC CONTROLS
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ON STAR EQUIPPED !
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BOSE SOUND SYSTEM !
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR !
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2ND ROW CAPTAIN SEATS !
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REAR HEATED SEATS !
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7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING !
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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:
  • Running Boards
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Wood-Tone Accents
      Comfort:
      • Front Air Conditioning
      • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
      • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
      • Rear Air Conditioning
      • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
      • Automatic Climate Control Rear Air Conditioning
      • Leather Shift Knob Trim
      • Leather and Wood Steering Wheel Trim
      Convenience:
      • Power Adjustable Pedals
      • Center Console
      • Cruise Control
      • Includes Driver Seat
      • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
      • Overhead Console
      • Power Steering
      • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
      • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
      • Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
      Drivetrain /
        Suspension:
      • 4-Wheel ABS
      • 3.73 Axle Ratio
      • Self Leveling Suspension Leveling
      • Power
      • Stability Control
      • Electronic Suspension Control
      • Traction Control
      Entertainment /
        Telematics:
      • CD Changer
      • Clock
      • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
      • Premium Brand
      • Bose Premium Brand
      • AM/FM Radio
      • Rear Volume Control Rear Audio
      • Onstar Satellite Communications
      • Tachometer
      • Trip Computer
      Exterior:
      • Daytime Running Lights
      • Exterior Entry Lights
      • Front Fog Lights
      • Auto On/Off Headlights
      • Xenon Headlights
      Rims / Tires:
      • 17 Inch Wheels
      • Alloy Wheels
      Roof / Glass:
      • Intermittent Front Wipers
      • Power Windows
      • Privacy Glass
      • Rear Defogger
      • Rear Wiper
      • Roof Rack
      Safety:
      • Anti-Theft Alarm System
      • Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
      • Heated Exterior Mirrors
      • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
      • Power Exterior Mirrors
      • Power Retractable Exterior Mirrors
      • Dual Front Airbags
      • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
      • Rear Parking Sensors
      • Power Door Locks
      • Front Side Airbags
      Seating:
      • Captain Chairs (2)
      • Front and Rear Heated
      • Power Adjustments
      • Third Seat
      • Split-Bench Seating
      • Leather Upholstery

      Installed Options
      Convenience:
      • Camper/Towing Package
        Entertainment /
          Telematics:
        • Satellite Radio
          Seating:
          • Type - Bucket
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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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