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US $8,980.00
Year:2007 Mileage:124280 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2007 Audi A4 3.2 V6 QUATTRO AWD 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     Blue Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:216344
Mileage:124,280 Engine:V6 3.1L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:WAUDH78E87A216344 AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2007 Audi A4 Quattro 3.2 V6
All Wheel Drive
 
 
NAVIGATION ! SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! WOOD ! XENONS ! PDC ! ALLOYS !
 ALL WHEEL DRIVE ! QUATTRO COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
PREMIUM BOSE SOUND SYSTEM !
 
 
 
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:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ALL WHEEL DRIVE
QUATTRO
POWERFUL 3.2 LITER V6
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLUE on
BEIGE LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 41,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 13,633
NADA RETAIL $ 13,925

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 8,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
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281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a AUDI A4 QUATTRO AWD with all the options with LOW MILES, You Don't Have to Look any Further!!!
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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!

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 AUDI A4 QUATTRO AWD , then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
or email sales
 
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We Export For Canadian Customers
Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
Call
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Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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POWER SUNROOF!
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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WOOD TRIM INTERIOR!
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NAVIGATION KEEPS YOU ON TRACK!
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CD CHANGER!
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POWER HEATED SEATS!
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SPACIOUS 5 PASSENGER SEATING!
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REAR HEATED SEATS!
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LOTS OF LEG ROOM!
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AMPLE CARGO SPACE!
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Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Active Charcoal Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Alloy and Wood Dash Trim
  • Alloy and Wood Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Multi-Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Rear Floor Mats
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Front Door Pockets
  • First Aid Kit
  • Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Net
  • Front Seatback
  • Under Seat
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Mechanical Center Differential
  • All Wheel Drive
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 12.6 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.2 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Multi-Link Front Suspension
  • Center Limited Slip Differential
  • 11.3 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.5 Rear Brake Width
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Audio Security System
  • CD-Controller
  • Clock
  • External Temperature Display
  • 6 Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 10 Total Number of Speakers
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
  • 150 Watts
Exterior:
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Rear Fog Lights
Header:
  • No Midyear Release
    Rims / Tires:
    • Inside Mount Location
    • Fullsize Non-Matching Tires
    • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
    • All Season Tires
    Roof / Glass:
    • Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
    • 4 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Rear Defogger
    • One-Touch Sunroof
    • Power Glass Sunroof
    Safety:
    • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • Child Safety Locks
    • Child Seat Anchors
    • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
    • Heated Exterior Mirrors
    • Heated Driver Mirror Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Remote Power Door Locks
    • Rolling Code Key Rolling Code Security
    • 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
    • Folding With Storage Center Armrest
    • Split Folding Folding
    • Bucket Front Seats
    • Height Adjustable
    • 8 Power Adjustments
    • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
    • Rear Heat Vents
    • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front and Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • Bench Seating
    • Leather Upholstery

    Installed Options
    Appearance /
      Exterior:
    • Front License Plate Holder
    • Metallic/Pearl Effect Paint
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Premium Leather Seats
      Drivetrain /
        Suspension:
      • Sport Suspension
        Entertainment /
          Telematics:
        • Audio Package (Sirius)
          Package:
          • Audio Navigation Plus
          • Cold Weather Package
          • Convenience Package
          Rims / Tires:
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
            Safety:
            • Rear Acoustic Parktronic
            • Rear Side Airbags
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            WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
            GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
            Canadian Customers Welcome
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            email sales@ultimatems.com
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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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