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US $17,980.00
Year:2010 Mileage:58160 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2010 Volvo V70 3.2 Wagon 4-Door Wagon
Exterior Color:     Gold Interior Color:     Black Stock Number:128945
Mileage:58,160 Engine:I6 3.2L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:YV1982BW1A1128945 AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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2010 VOLVO V70 WAGON
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2010 Volvo V70 Wagon
 
WOOD ! PDC ! ALLOYS ! XENONS !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
BLIND SPOT ASSIST !
ADAPTIVE RADAR CRUISE !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE
REPORT
 
58K ORIGINAL LOW MILES !
 
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:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
XENON HEADLIGHTS
BLIND SPOT ASSIST
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYLESS START GO
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
ROOF RACK
3.2 LITER 6 CYLINDER
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM MP3
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
CARGO COVER
LIFTGATE
2 REMOTE KEYS
 
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful GOLD on
BLACK CLOTH 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 $ 39,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 20,748
NADA RETAIL $ 20,550

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 17,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
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If You are Looking for a VOLVO V70 WAGON 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 VOLVO V70 WAGON, 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
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10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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BEAUTIFUL GOLD

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ROOF RACK

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL

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XENON HEADLIGHTS

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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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KEYLESS START GO

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WOOD TRIM INTERIOR

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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM

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ADAPTIVE RADAR CRUISE

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POWER LEATHER SEATS

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PREMIUM LEATHER SEATS

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LIFTGATE WITH REAR CARGO

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3.2 LITER 6 CYLINDER ENGINE

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16' ALLOY WHEELS

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2 REMOTE KEYS

Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 16.0 Steering Ratio
  • 2.8 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Front Center Armrests
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • With Independent Controls Rear Air Conditioning
Convenience:
  • Retractable Cargo Cover
  • Cruise Control
  • Cupholders
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Controls Doors, Trunk, Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • Controls Fuel Filler Multi-Function Remote
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 3 Number of Drivers
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Tie-Down Anchors and Hooks
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
  • Lockable Trunk In Bed
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Electronic Parking Brake
  • 12.4 Front Brake Diameter
  • Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Power
  • 11.9 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Ipod Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • External Temperature Display
  • Fuel Economy Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Radio Data System
  • Hd Radio Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 8 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 160 Watts
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Security Approach Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Footwell Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • High Pressure Washers Headlight Cleaners
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Auto-Off Rear Fog Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Temporary Spare Tire Size
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Dual-Stage Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Quarter and Back Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • Silver Roof Rails
Safety:
  • 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Front and Rear Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm Anti-Theft System
  • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Two Built-In Rear Child Seats Child Seat
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Power Door Locks
  • Rolling Code Key Rolling Code Security
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Integrated Booster Cushion
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Front and Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 40-20-40 Split Bench Seating

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Dual Xenon Gas Discharge Headlights
    Package:
    • Climate Package
    • Technology Package
    Safety:
    • Blind Spot Information System
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      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
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      10311 Altonbury Lane
      Houston, TX 77031
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      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`.
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      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. 
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      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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