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US $17,980.00
Year:2012 Mileage:35157 Color: White /
 Black
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:I4 1.4L DOHC
Fuel Type:ELECTRIC/GAS
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1G1RA6E47CU112030
Year: 2012
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Volt
Trim: Base Hatchback 4-Door
Drive Type: FWD
Mileage: 35,157
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Sub Model: Electric Hybrid
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: White
Fuel: Electric
Interior Color: Black
Drivetrain: FWD

2012 Chevrolet Volt Electric Hybrid 4-Door Hatchback
Exterior Color:     Summit White Interior Color:     Jet Black w/ Ceramic White Accents Stock Number:112030
Mileage:35,157 Engine:I4 1.4L DOHC Fuel:Electric
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1G1RA6E47CU112030 AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Chevrolet Volt
Electric Gasoline
 
  ALLOYS ! XENONS ! AUTO ! KEYLESS GO
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
TOUCHSCREEN SYSTEM !
BLUETOOTH !
 
DRIVE FIRST 35 MILES ON ELECTRIC
THEN DRIVE 300+ MILES ON GASOLINE EVERY CHARGE !
 
1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED CHEVROLET VOLT  WITH 35K ORIGINAL MILES !  
 
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS VOLT COMES WITH FACTORY 3 YEARS OR 36,000 MILES WARRANTY FROM CHEVROLET STILL ACTIVE  !!
 
ALSO COMES WITH 60 MONTHS OR 100,000 MILES WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC BATTERY & DRIVETRAIN FROM CHEVROLET !
 
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 17”  WHEELS
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful SUMMIT WHITE on
BLACK CLOTH WITH WHITE CERAMIC ACCENT  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 44,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 19,029
NADA RETAIL $ 19,600
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 18,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a CHEVROLET VOLT  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 CHEVROLET VOLT  , then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
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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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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 Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Rear Spoiler
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 15.4 Steering Ratio
  • 2.8 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
Convenience:
  • Front Bottle Holders
  • Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Push-Button Start Keyless Ignition
  • Controls Fuel Filler Multi-Function Remote
  • Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Front and Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Electric Power Steering
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Accessory Hook
  • Cargo Area Under Floor
  • Door Pockets
  • Front Seatback
  • Tool Kit
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • 11.8 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • 11.5 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Semi-Independent Rear Suspension
  • Regenerative Braking System
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • Driver Information System
  • Hard Drive
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Bose Premium Brand Speakers
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Onstar Satellite Communications
  • Onstar W/Turn-By-Turn Navigation Satellite Communications
  • Siriusxm Satellite Radio
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Touch-Sensitive Controls
  • Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Led Rear Center Brakelight Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Painted Aluminum Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Solar-Tinted Glass
Safety:
  • 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Theft-Deterrent System Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Dual Front Knee Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating With Sliding Extensions Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Recline Driver Seat Manual Adjustments
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Recline Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
  • 2 Rear Headrests
  • Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Bucket Rear Seat
  • Split Folding Rear Seat
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • Premium Cloth Upholstery

Installed Options
Engine:
  • Charge Cord
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Chevrolet Mylink
      Rims / Tires:
      • 17 Inch 5-Spoke Forged Polished Aluminum Wheels
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        WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
        GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
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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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