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US $26,980.00
Year:2011 Mileage:59588 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Engine:V6 4L
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: JTEZU5JR9B5016821
Year: 2011
Make: Toyota
Model: 4Runner
Warranty: No
Mileage: 59,588
Sub Model: Limited 7-PASS
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Black
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Tan
Drivetrain: RWD

2011 Toyota 4Runner Limited 7-PASS 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Black Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:016821
Mileage:59,588 Engine:V6 4L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:JTEZU5JR9B5016821 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Motorsport Presents
 
2011 Toyota 4Runner Limited
 
SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! ALLOYS !
! REAR SPOILER ! KEYLESS GO ! REAR CAMERA !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM ! RUNNING BOARDS
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR
AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE REPORTS
 
 
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:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
POWER WINSHIELD LIFTGATE
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYLESS START GO
FULL LEATHER WITH GRAY TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
ROOF RACK
REAR SPOILER
RUNNING BOARDS
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
REAR CAMERA WITH PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER
TOW PACKAGE
POWERFUL 4.0 LITER V6
BOOK WITH KEY
 
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLACK on
BEIGE LEATHER WITH 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 $ 38,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 29,393
NADA RETAIL $ 32,300

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 26,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a TOYOTA 4-RUNNER SR5 LIMITED 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 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER SR5 LIMITED , 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
Call
281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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BEAUTIFUL BLACK

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ROOF RACK

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LIFTGATE

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RUNNING BOARDS

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HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS

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POWER SLIDING SUNROOF

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PREMIUM LEATHER SEATS

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KEYLESS START GO

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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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REAR CAMERA

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AUXILLARY

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POWER SEATS

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3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING

2011 Toyota 4Runner Limited 7-PASS - Photo 47 - Houston, TX 77031
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LIFTGATE

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20' ALLOY WHEELS

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BOOK WITH KEYS

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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 Accents Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Chrome Roof Rack Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 18.4 Steering Ratio
  • 2.7 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cupholders
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.73 Axle Ratio
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Diameter 31 Mm Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • 13.3 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Limited Slip Differential
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Diameter 20 Mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • 12.3 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • External Temperature Display
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • AM/FM Radio
  • XM Ready Satellite Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 2 Trip Odometer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Power Retracting Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Full-Size Spare Tire Size
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • 6 Wheel Spokes
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Privacy Glass
  • Power Rear Sliding Window
  • Rear Defogger
  • Rear Wiper
Safety:
  • Auto-Lock
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Dual Front Knee Airbags
  • 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:
  • Active Head Restraint
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • With Cupholders Center Armrest
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Reclining
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 40-20-40 Split Bench Seating
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Shipping Information
WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
Canadian Customers Welcome
Email us your zip code for Special Shipping Rates !
email sales@ultimatems.com
If Outside US or Canada email us your Port City and Country
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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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