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US $10,980.00
Year:2007 Mileage:144992 Color: Tan /
 Black
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
For Sale By:Dealer
Engine:V6 3.5L DOHC
Fuel Type:GAS
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Wagon
Vehicle Title:Clear
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 4JGCB65E77A059643
Year: 2007
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Doors: 4
Model: R-Class
Fuel: Gasoline
Drivetrain: AWD
Mileage: 144,992
Trim: 4Matic Wagon 4-Door
Sub Model: R350
Drive Type: AWD
Exterior Color: Tan
Number of Cylinders: 6
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: No

2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 4-Door Wagon
Exterior Color:     Desert Silver Metallic Interior Color:     Black Stock Number:059643
Mileage:144,992 Engine:V6 3.5L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:4JGCB65E77A059643 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED 2007 MERCEDES BENZ R350 AWD
 
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2007 Mercedes Benz R350
All Wheel Drive
 
PANORAMIC SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! WOOD
XENONS ! ALLOYS ! ALL WHEEL DRIVE !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
3RD ROW 6 PASSENGER SEATING !
HARMAN KARDON SOUND SYSTEM !
PREMIUM 1 PACKAGE !
 
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1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED MERCEDES BENZ R350 AWD
 
 
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:
PANORAMIC SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
POWER LIFTGATE
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
XENON HEADLIGHTS
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
PREMIUM PACKAGE
REAR SPOILER
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
HARMAN KARDON SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
3RD ROW 6 PASSENGER
ALL WHEEL DRIVE
REMOTE KEY
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful DESERT SILVER METALLIC on
BLACK LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 63,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 12,012
NADA RETAIL $ 12,550


OUR BUY IT NOW $ 10,980
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If You are Looking for a MERCEDES BENZ R350 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!

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Only at ULTIMATE MOTORSPORT !!
Good Luck & Happy Bidding!!!
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE MERCEDES BENZ R350 AWD, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Additional Photos
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DESERT SILVER METALLIC
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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL

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XENON HEADLIGHTS

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POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCKS

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PANORAMIC SUNROOF

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PREMIUM LEATHER

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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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WOOD TRIM INTERIOR

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HEATED SEATS

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HARMAN KARDON SOUND SYSTEM
 
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3RD ROW 6 PASSENGER SEATING

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POWER LIFTGATE

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3.5 LITER V6 ENGINE

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18' ALLOY WHEELS

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REMOTE KEY

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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:
  • Air Filtration
  • Alloy and Wood Center Console Trim
  • Wood Dash Trim
  • Wood Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Rear Floor Mats
  • Alloy Shift Knob Trim
Convenience:
  • Retractable Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Net
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Grocery Bag Holder
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Mechanical Center Differential
  • All Wheel Drive
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 13.0 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.3 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Self Leveling Suspension Leveling
  • Lateral Links Rear Arm
  • 13.0 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.6 Rear Brake Width
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • MP3 Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD-Controller
  • Clock
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • Tachometer
  • 8 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Rear Fog Lights
Header:
  • No Midyear Release
    Rims / Tires:
    • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
    • Temporary Spare Tire Size
    • Steel Spare Wheel
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • All Season Tire
    Roof / Glass:
    • Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
    • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
    • 4 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Remote Operation Power Windows
    • Privacy Glass
    • Rear Defogger
    • Intermittent Rear Wiper
    Safety:
    • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Alarm With Remote Anti-Theft System
    • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
    • Child Safety Locks
    • Child Seat Anchors
    • Heated Exterior Mirrors
    • Heated Driver Mirror Exterior Mirrors
    • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Front, Rear and Third Row Head Airbags
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Remote Power Door Locks
    • Rolling Code Remote Rolling Code Security
    • Front and Rear Side Airbags
    • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
    • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
    Seating:
    • 8 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
    • Lumbar Driver Seat Power Adjustments
    • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
    • 2 Front Headrests
    • Driver Seat Active Head Restraint Front Headrests
    • Multi-Adjustable Front Headrests
    • Passenger Seat Active Head Restraint Front Headrests
    • Bucket Front Seats
    • Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
    • Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
    • 2 Rear Headrests
    • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Folding With Storage Rear Seat Center Armrest
    • With Independent Controls Rear Seat Heat
    • Captains Chairs Rear Seat
    • One-Piece Folding Rear Seat
    • Reclining Rear Seat
    • Front and Rear Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front and Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • 2 Third Row Headrests
    • Folding Third Row Manual Adjustments
    • 50-50 Split Bench Third Row Seat
    • Leatherette Upholstery

    Installed Options
    Package:
    • 324 Sunroof Package
    • Premium I P1
    Safety:
    • Parktronic
      Seating:
      • Heated Front Seats
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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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        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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