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US $17,980.00
Year:2007 Mileage:113342 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW 4-Door Truck
Exterior Color:     White Interior Color:     Gray Stock Number:244558
Mileage:113,342 Engine:V8 5.6L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1N6BA07B97N244558 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 Lifted Crew Cab 
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2007 Nissan Titan CrewCab 4x4
LIFTED SUSPENSION ! 

 
LEATHER! ALLOYS ! LIFTED ! PDC !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
TOW PACKAGE ! TRAILER BRAKE !
CREWCAB ! 4X4 ! BRUSHGUARD !
ROCKFORD FOSGATE SOUND SYSTEM !
 
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:
ADJUSTABLE HIEGHT PEDALS
CHROME BRUSH GUARD
BEDLINER
RUNNING BOARDS
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER WITH ALUMINUM TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
5.7 LITER V8 ENGINE
LIFTED SUSPENSION
CREWCAB
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
ROCKFORD FOSGATE SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER XM RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
POWER REAR SLIDING WINDOW
FOG LIGHTS
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE
TOW PACKAGE WITH TRAILER BRAKE
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
TWO REMOTES WITH KEYS
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful WHITE on
GRAY LEATHER WITH ALUMINUM TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 33,000 Price!!!

If You are Looking for a NISSAN TITAN CREWCAB 4X4 LIFTED 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
281-657-7293

So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE NISSAN TITAN CREWCAB 4X4 LIFTED , 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)657-7293
or email sales
 
DOOR TO DOOR SHIPPING AVAILABLE ASK FOR A QUOTE !
We Export For Canadian Customers
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Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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CHROME TUBULAR RUNNING BOARDS ! 
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2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 4 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 5 - Houston, TX 77031
PDC SENSORS WITH TOW PACKAGE ! 
 
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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 7 - Houston, TX 77031
CUSTOM EXHAUST ! 
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 8 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 9 - Houston, TX 77031
LIFTED SUSPENSION
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 10 - Houston, TX 77031
WESTIN BRUSH GUARD WITH FOG LIGHTS !
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 11 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 12 - Houston, TX 77031
NICE CLEAN INTERIOR ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 13 - Houston, TX 77031
FULL LEATHER SEATS ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 14 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 15 - Houston, TX 77031
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 16 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 17 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 18 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 19 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 20 - Houston, TX 77031
STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 21 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 22 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 23 - Houston, TX 77031
ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT PEDALS ! POWER REAR WINDSHIELD !
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 24 - Houston, TX 77031
4 WHEEL DRIVE ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 25 - Houston, TX 77031
PREMIUM ROCKFORD SOUND SYSTEM ! 
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 26 - Houston, TX 77031
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE ! 
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 27 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 28 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 29 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 30 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 31 - Houston, TX 77031
POWER LEATHER SEATS ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 32 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 33 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 34 - Houston, TX 77031
PREMIUM LEATHER BUCKET SEATS
 
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2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 37 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 38 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 39 - Houston, TX 77031
PREMIUM LEATHER REAR BENCH SEAT
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 40 - Houston, TX 77031
SPACIOUS CREW CAB ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 41 - Houston, TX 77031
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2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 43 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 44 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 45 - Houston, TX 77031

BEDLINER
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 46 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 47 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 48 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 49 - Houston, TX 77031
POWERFUL 5.6L ENGINE ! LIFTED SUSPENSION ! 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 50 - Houston, TX 77031
POWERFUL 5.6 LITER V8 ENGINE
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 51 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 52 - Houston, TX 77031
20’ ALLOY WHEELS
 
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 53 - Houston, TX 77031
2007 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 LIFTED CREW - Photo 54 - Houston, TX 77031
2 REMOTES WITH KEYS
 
Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Skid Plate(s)
    Comfort:
    • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Cargo Area Light
    • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
    • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
    Convenience:
    • Front Console With Storage
    • Cruise Control
    • Front and Rear Cupholders
    • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
    • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
    • Retained Accessory Power
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
    • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
    • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
    Drivetrain /
      Suspension:
    • Part Time 4WD
    • 4-Wheel ABS
    • 2.94 Axle Ratio
    • Cargo Tie Downs
    • Four Wheel Drive
    • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
    • 12.6 Front Brake Diameter
    • 1.0 Front Brake Width
    • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
    • Coil Springs Front Spring
    • Independent Front Suspension
    • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
    • Fleetside Pickup Bed
    • Power Horizontal Sliding Rear Window
    • 12.6 Rear Brake Diameter
    • 0.6 Rear Brake Width
    • Disc Rear Brakes
    • Leaf Springs Rear Spring
    • Solid Axle Rear Suspension
    • Solid Live Axle Rear Suspension
    • Front Stabilizer Bar
    • Front Tow Hooks
    • Traction Control
    • Trailer Wiring
    • Electronic Hi-Lo Gear Selection Transfer Case
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Mast Antenna
    • Audio Security System
    • Clock
    • AM/FM Radio
    • Tachometer
    • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
    Header:
    • Other Geographic Region
    • No Midyear Release
    Rims / Tires:
    • Underbody Mount Location
    • P Prefix
    • Fullsize Non-Matching Tires
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    Roof / Glass:
    • Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
    • 2 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Privacy Glass
    • Rear Defogger
    Safety:
    • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
    • Child Safety Locks
    • Child Seat Anchors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    Seating:
    • Active Head Restraint
    • Split Folding Folding
    • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
    • Rear Heat Vents
    • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • 60-40 Split Bench Seating

    Installed Options
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Floor Mats
      Drivetrain /
        Suspension:
      • Tow Package
        Entertainment /
          Telematics:
        • Sirius Satellite Radio
        • XM Satellite Radio
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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 !
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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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