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2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Ex-l Leather Sunroof Navigation Heated Seats Loaded on 2040-cars

US $18,980.00
Year:2010 Mileage:51031 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2010 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L w/Navi 4-Door Wagon
Exterior Color:     Opal Sage Metallic Interior Color:     Ivory Stock Number:009322
Mileage:51,031 Engine:V6 3.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5J6TF1H55AL009322 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
2011 HONDA ACCORD
CROSSTOUR EX-L
NAVIGATION
 
LEATHER ! NAVIGATION ! ALLOYS !
BACKUP CAMERA ! PREMIUM SOUND
SUNROOF ! FOG LIGHTS
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE REPORTS
 
51K ORIGINAL 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:
FACTORY NAVIGATION
BACK UP CAMERA
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR
HOMELINK
FRONT HEATED SEATS
SUNROOF
12V POWER OUTLETS
 
BLUETOOTH
POWER LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR

PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM WITH AUX INPUT
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
FOG LIGHTS
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful CRYSTAL BLACK PEARL on
BLACK LEATHER Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 35,000 Price!!!

If You are Looking for a HONDA ACCORD CROSSTOUR EX-L W NAVIGATION 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 HONDA ACCORD CROSSTOUR, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Visit
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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 Bumper Color
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Chrome Window Trim
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Hard Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Light Glove Compartment
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 2 Number of Drivers
  • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
  • Three 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Area Under Floor
  • Cargo Tie-Down Anchors and Hooks
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Storage Organizer
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • 11.7 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • 12.0 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Solid Disc Rear Brakes
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Element Antenna
  • Audio Security System
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • 6 Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • XM Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 7 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
  • Low Oil Level Warnings and Reminders
  • Maintenance Reminder Warnings and Reminders
  • 360 Watts
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Alloy Rim
  • Aluminum Rim
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Remote Operation Power Windows
  • Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • One-Touch Sunroof
  • Power Glass Sunroof
  • Remote Operation Sunroof
  • Sliding Sunshade Sunroof
  • Tilt Sunroof
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding Center Armrest
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • Split Folding Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • Multi-Level Heating Heated
  • Height Adjustable
  • 10 Power Adjustments
  • 4 Power Adjustments
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • With Independent Controls Rear Heat
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 60-40 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather Upholstery
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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
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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