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2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 S Special Edition Auto Alloys Spoiler Keylessgo Ac Cruise on 2040-cars

US $14,980.00
Year:2011 Mileage:25432 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:

2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 S SPECIAL EDITION 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     White Pearl Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:455940
Mileage:25,432 Engine:I4 2.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1N4AL2APXBN455940
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CHROME GRILL
 
Vehicle Description

Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
Nissan Altima 2.5S Special Edition
 
SPOILER ! ALLOYS ! BLUETOOTH ! AUTO
 KEYLESS START GO !
CHROME GRILL !
SPECIAL EDITION !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
 
 
1 OWNER 25K ORIGINAL MILES !
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL ALITMA SPECIAL EDITION COMES WITH FACTORY 60 MONTHS OR 60,000 MILES DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY FROM NISSAN USA !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
 

TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
REAR SPOILER
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYLESS START GO
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
SPECIAL EDITION
MANUAL PREMIUM CLOTH
GRAY SEATS WITH DARK GRAY TRIM INTERIOR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful WHITE on
PREMIUM TAN CLOTH WITH DARK GRAY TRIM INTERIOR !!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 28,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 17,587
NADA $ 17,425 

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 14,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a NISSAN ALTIMA SPECIAL EDITION 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
281-657-7293

So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE NISSAN ALTIMA SPECIAL EDITION, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
WE FINANCE ! APPLY ONLINE FOR AUTO LOANS AS LOW AS 2.99%

FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
or email sales
 
DOOR TO DOOR SHIPPING AVAILABLE ASK FOR A QUOTE !
We Export For Canadian Customers
Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
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10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 

 
 

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HID HEADLIGHTS
 
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25K ORIGINAL MILES
 
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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM
 
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PREMIUM GRAY CLOTH
 
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2.5 LITER 4 CYLINDER
 
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SPECIAL EDITION 16’ ALLOYS
 
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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
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 16.2 Steering Ratio
  • 2.83 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Fixed Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
Convenience:
  • Dual Level
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Light Glove Compartment
  • Lockable Glove Compartment
  • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
  • Two 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 5.12 Axle Ratio
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 11.7 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.02 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Diameter 23 Mm Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Strut Front Suspension
  • 11.5 Rear Brake Diameter
  • .35 Rear Brake Width
  • Solid Disc Rear Brakes
  • Diameter 17.3 Mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Element Antenna
  • External Temperature Display
  • Tachometer
  • Trip Computer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Auto Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Mount Location
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Solar-Tinted Glass
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • 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
  • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Hood Buckling Creases
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Speed Sensitive Central Locking Power Door Locks
  • Safety Brake Pedal System
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
Seating:
  • Active Head Restraint
  • Folding With Storage Center Armrest
  • Front and Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
  • Split Folding Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Height Adjustable
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 60-40 Split Bench Seating

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Carpeted Floor and Trunk Mats
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Blueconnect Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System
      Package:
      • Emergency Aid Package
        Safety:
        • Security Package
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          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
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          Houston, TX 77031
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          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.

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          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`.
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          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. 
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          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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