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US $15,980.00
Year:2013 Mileage:48147 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT STOW&GO 4-Door Van
Exterior Color:     Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat Interior Color:     Black/Light Graystone Stock Number:592113
Mileage:48,147 Engine:V6 3.6L DOHC Fuel:Flex-fuel
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:2C4RDGCGXDR592113 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT
Stow & Go
 
ALLOYS ! POWER SLIDING DOORS
POWER LIFT GATE ! ROOF RACK
E85 FLEX FUEL + REGULAR GAS !
STOW & GO SEATS WITH
7 PASSENGER 3ROW SEATING
 
CARFAX CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX LOGO FOR FREE REPORTS
 
48K ORIGINAL MILES !
CLEAN LOADED GRAND CARAVAN !
 
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL GRAND CARAVAN COMES WITH
FACTORY 5 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY FROM DODGE USA !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS ON
UNLIMITED MILES NATIONWIDE WARRANTY
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
REAR AC AND HEAT CONTROLS
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
POWER SLIDING DOORS
POWER LIFT GATE
HOMELINK
E85 FLEX FUEL CAPABLE
POWER 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
WOOD TRIM
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful MAXIMUM STEEL GRAY METALLIC on
BLACK CLOTH 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 $ 29,000 Price!!!
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 20,207
NADA RETAIL $ 20,500
 
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 15,980
 
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL ! WONT LAST LONG ! CALL US TODAY !

If You are Looking for a DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT STOW & GO 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 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT STOW & GO, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
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FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281)506-8808
or email sales
 
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Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
Call
281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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CLEAN CARFAX !
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REAR SPOILER ! 
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ROOF RACK WITH CROSS BARS ! 
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POWER WINDOWS ! WOOD ! POWER SLIDING DOORS ! 
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NICE CLEAN INTERIOR ! 
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TELESCOPING STEERING WITH CONTROLS ! 
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48K ORIGINAL MILES ! 
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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM ! CD AM FM AUX !
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DUAL ZONE AC WITH REAR AC CONTROLS ! 
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POWER SEATS ! 
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SECOND ROW CAPTAIN CHAIRS WITH STOW & GO ! 
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3 ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING ! 
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POWER LIFTGATE ! 
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ALLOYS 16" WHEELS ! 
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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 Body Side Moldings
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Black With Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Black Window Trim
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Vinyl/Rubber Floor Mats
  • Cargo Area Carpet Floors
  • Carpet Floors
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Front Air Conditioning
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Assist Handle
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Cupholders
  • Dual Glove Compartment
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • Overhead Console
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Two 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Net
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
  • Grocery Bag Holder
  • In Dash
  • In-Floor
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.16 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • 11.9 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.1 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Power
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Semi-Independent Rear Suspension
  • Torsion Bar Rear Suspension
  • 12.0 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.47 Rear Brake Width
  • Solid Disc Rear Brakes
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Touring Suspension
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Clock
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Uconnect Satellite Communications
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • Low Washer Fluid Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Door Courtesy Lights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Quad Headlights Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
  • Dual Manual Sliding Side Door
  • Rear Center Brakelight Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Aluminum Rim
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Power Rear Quarter Windows
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • Solar-Tinted Glass
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Automatic Hazard Warning Lights
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Roof Mounted Conversation Mirror
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Post-Collision Safety System Impact Sensor
  • Manual Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Driver Knee Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Speed Sensitive Central Locking Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Fold Flat Into Floor Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • 4 Manual Adjustments
  • 4 Manual Adjustments
  • With Independent Controls Rear Heat
  • Reclining
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Bucket Seating
  • Cloth Upholstery
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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
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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