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US $16,980.00
Year:2012 Mileage:5259 Color: Blue /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:I4 2.5L OHV
For Sale By:Dealer
Transmission:Automatic
Fuel Type:Gasoline
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1FMCU0D73CKB82242
Year: 2012
Make: Ford
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Model: Escape
Mileage: 5,259
Doors: 4
Sub Model: XLT
Fuel: Gasoline
Exterior Color: Blue
Drivetrain: FWD
Interior Color: Tan
Number of Cylinders: 4

2012 Ford Escape XLT 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Steel Blue Metallic Interior Color:     Camel Stock Number:B82242
Mileage:5,259 Engine:I4 2.5L OHV Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1FMCU0D73CKB82242 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
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2012 Ford Escape XLT
 
ALLOYS ! USB AUX MP3 !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
CLEAN LOADED FORD ESCAPE XLT WITH 5K ORIGINAL LOW MILES !
28+MPG GAS SAVER i4 ENGINE !
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL FORD ESCAPE COMES WITH FACTORY 36 MONTHS OR 36,000 MILES WARRANTY FROM FORD STILL ACTIVE !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
SOLAR TINTED WINDOWS
ROOF RACK
BOOK WITH KEYS
POWER SEATS
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM WITH MS SYNC
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
2.5 LITER 4 CYLINDER ENGINE
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful STEEL BLUE METALLIC on
PREMIUM TAN CLOTH WITH GRAY TRIM INTERIOR TRIM  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 26,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 18,160
NADA RETAIL $ 19,550
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 16,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a FORD ESCAPE XLT 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 FORD ESCAPE XLT, 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
 
 
 
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PREMIUM CLOTH INTERIOR!
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5K ORIGINAL MILES!
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USB AND AUX PORT!
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POWER SEAT!
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PLENTY 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
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Black Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Black Mirror Color
  • Black Roof Rack Color
Comfort:
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Front Air Conditioning
  • Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Capless Fuel Filler System
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Keypad Keyless Entry
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • Overhead Console With Storage
  • 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Front and Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Tie-Down Anchors and Hooks
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.51 Axle Ratio
  • Emergency Braking Assist Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Lower Control Arms Front Arm
  • 11.9 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Lateral Links Rear Arm
  • 10.0 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Drum Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Roll Stability Control
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Sirius Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • Tachometer
  • 4 Total Number of Speakers
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Manual Flip-Up Liftgate Window
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Temporary Spare Tire Size
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Aluminum Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rack
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Spotter Mirror Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Post-Collision Safety System Impact Sensor
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Mykey Programmable Safety Key
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • 6 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
  • 3 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Vents Rear Seat Heat
  • 60-40 Split Bench Rear Seat
  • Split Folding Rear Seat
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • Premium Cloth Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • License Plate Bracket
    Safety:
    • Vehicle Security System
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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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