2005 X3 3.0i L6 Awd Navigation Power Sunroof Heated Leather Bluetooth Video on 2040-cars
US $9,690.00
Year:2005Mileage:104970Color: TITANIUM SILVER METALLIC
/ Black
Location:
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Engine:3.0L L6
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at
least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): WBXPA93425WD22423
Year: 2005
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: BMW
Model: X3
Trim: 3.0I L6 AWD Navigation Power Sunroof Heated Seats
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: AWD
Options: Sunroof, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 104,970
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Sub Model: 3.0I L6 AWD Navigation Power Sunroof Heated Seats
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: TITANIUM SILVER METALLIC
Interior Color: Black
THANK YOU FOR VIEWING OUR BEAUTIFUL, 2005 BMW X3 3.0I 3.0L L6 ALL WHEEL DRIVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH NAVIGATION, POWER SUNROOF, HEATED LEATHER SEATS, BLUETOOTH, ETC IN TITANIUM SILVER METALLIC PAINT WITH BLACK HEATED LEATHER SEATS AND ONLY 104,970 MILES! WE ARE A NISSAN-BMW DEALERSHIP IN WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND WE ARE OFFERING THIS BMW X3 AWD AT A SPECIAL, DISCOUNTED 'BUY IT NOW' PRICE ON EBAY FOR A VERY LIMITED TIME. PLEASE VIEW THE COMPLETE LISTING INCLUDING 24 PHOTOS ALONG WITH A DETAILED VEHICLE DESCRIPTION ALONG WITH THE CLEAN CARFAX REPORT. WE ALSO INCLUDED A 3 MINUTE YOUTUBE VIDEO SHOWING THE VEHICLE INSIDE & OUT. PLEASE CONTACT SCOTT LONG @ (866)226-0570 OR (814)659-1908 OR EMAIL TO LAUFORD@AOL.COM WITH ANY QUESTIONS. THANK YOU FOR VIEWING AND BE SURE TO VIEW ALL OF OUR EBAY LISTINGS ALONG WITH OUR 100% PERFECT FEEDBACK FROM PREVIOUS CUSTOMERS!
YOUTUBE VIDEO
WARRANTY
DUE TO THE MILEAGE, WE ARE OFFERING THIS BMW AS IS WITH NO WARRANTY WRITTEN, EXPRESSED, OR IMPLIED
CONDITION
WOW, WHAT A SHARP, VERY CLEAN & BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED 2005 BMW X3 3.0I 3.0L L6 AWD IN TITANIUM SILVER METALLIC PAINT WITH 104,970 MILES. IT HAS BEEN BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED AND INTERIOR IS CLEAN AND WAS A NON-SMOKER'S VEHICLE. TIRES ARE ABOUT 70%. I WOULD PERSONALLY RATE THIS BMW A 9 ON A 1-10 SCALE. I COULD ONLY FAULT THIS BMW FOR HAVING A SOME STONE CHIPS, A FEW SCRATCHES, AND A SMALL DING. I ALSO INCLUDED A 3 MINUTE VIDEO WALKAROUND OF THIS BMW AND I ALWAYS POINT OUT ANY BLEMISHES I CAN FIND. THIS BMW IS A CLEAN TITLE AND CLEAN CARFAX VEHICLE AND WE HAVE THE ENTIRE CARFAX HISTORY REPORT AND BOTH CAN BE EMAILED UPON REQUEST. OVERALL THIS IS A EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL MAINTAINED BMW. I PERSONALLY INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND TEST DROVE THIS X3 AWD AND IT FEELS LIKE NEW. IF YOU ARE SEARCHING FOR A CLEAN, BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED BMW X3 3.0I AWD WITH ALL THE TOYS IN A GREAT COLOR, THIS IS YOUR NEW SUV! JUST SERVICED AND READY TO GO! BE SURE TO VIEW ALL 24 PHOTOS ALONG WITH FREE CARFAX REPORT! ONLY 104,970 MILES!
CARFAX SUMMARY
2005 BMW X3 3.0 VIN: WBXPA93425WD22423 Body Style: 4 DOOR WAGON/SPORT UTILITY Engine Size: 3.0L L6 FI DOHC 24V Drivetrain: ALL WHEEL DRIVE
Original Manufacturer's Warranty: Basic Warranty Expired Please confirm remaining factory warranty and extended warranty options with your dealer!
The original manufacturer's warranty includes: 48 months
Information excerpted from the CARFAX Vehicle History Report and/or Safety & Reliability Ratings; see full reports for additional information, glossary of terms, source attributions,disclaimers & limitations. Go to carfax.com for complete Buyback Guarantee terms and conditions.
Number of Owners:
2
Last owned in the following state/province:
Pennsylvania
None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles:
Salvage, Junk, Rebuilt, Fire, Flood, Hail, Lemon
Guaranteed No Problem
Not Actual Mileage, Exceeds Mechanical Limits
Guaranteed No Problem
No issues reported to CARFAX on the following:
Total Loss
No Issues Reported
Structural Damage
No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment
No Issues Reported
Other Accidents / Damage
No Issues Reported
Inconsistent mileage indicated on this vehicle. Please see the full CARFAX Vehicle History Report for more details.
SCOTT LONG
(866)226-0570
(814)659-1908
VICE PRESIDENT OF INTERNET OPERATIONS / EBAY SPECIALIST
The top 5 reasons why our customer's travel hundreds and even thousands of miles to purchase from US instead of their local dealer:
1. Each of our vehicle's go through a multipoint 160 point inspection, and each vehicle has a unique description which I do personally on every vehicle.
2. Each vehicle has all service performed up to factory specifications before it leaves our lot.
3. Deal directly with a Manager and eliminate the salesperson! NO BACK & FORTH! I specialize in handling ALL Ebay transactions and I personally inspect the vehicle and take all photos & videos. Most of our customers have never purchased a vehicle through Ebay or over the internet and I am dedicated to walk you through the entire process from start to finish and make it a smooth and easy transaction.
4. We are set up to cater to the eBay buyer, and our main focus is selling cars in this market.
5. Each vehicle has a 100% Satisfaction guarantee! Check our 100% perfect feedback on ebay! (Ebay Seller since 2002!!!)
FREE AIRPORT PICK-UP: If you decide to fly in and drive your new vehicle home, we offer free airport pick-up from either of our local airports which are the JohnstownCambriaCounty airport or the Pittsburgh Int'l airport. Please ask for details.
NO ADDITIONAL FEES: we waive all vehicle prep fees and dealer fees for Ebay members only. This will save you up to $500 over what other dealerships may charge you. The only additional fees will be your state sales tax, documentary, and plate fees for this purchase. You only pay sales in your home state. No additional fees is one of the many reasons we have sold cars in all 50 states.
SALES TAX: You will only pay sales tax in your home state. You will only pay sales tax in Pennsylvania if you are registering the vehicle in PA. If you are financing with one of our banks, we collect and submit your state’s tax for you. If you are paying cash or handling your own financing, you will not pay sales tax to us, you are welcome to do it yourself. If you are out of state, you will only pay $146.20 total which includes the title, documentary, and 30 day temporary plate.
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Please call Scott Long at814-659-1908to schedule an appointment OR check availability today!
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EBAY PRICE POLICY:Our Ebay pricing policy is VALID ONLY WITH SCOTT LONG, Ebay & Internet Manager - this helps eliminate confusion with our normal sales staff and guarantees you the Ebay price.
TRADE-INS ACCEPTED: in most cases we accept trade-ins and we can appraise your trade-in before you make the trip to our dealership. Please call Scott Long 866-226-0570 or email to lauford@aol.comfor an appraisal. Here is what I need to evaluate your vehicle:
Year, Make, Model (see example) 2005 Toyota Camry LE 4 Cylinder
VIN # (need full 17 digit vin#)
Mileage (estimated mileage upon arrival)
Condition example: (brand new tires 3,000 miles ago, paint has minor cosmetic flaws and a small ding on driver door, interior was a non-smoker)
Color example:(silver)
Options example:(fabric interior, moonroof, remote starter, power seat)
History example:(1-owner, clean carfax, no accidents, just had new brakes & rotors installed last month)
DIGITAL PHOTOS ARE A PLUS! (5-10 photos are greatly appreciated)
Payoff amount, monthly payment, and bank example:($8,500, $280 a month, First National bank)
METHOD OF PAYMENT: FINANCE, CERTIFIED CHECK, OR CASHIER'S CHECK
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WE ARE A FAMILY OWNED AUTO GROUP IN WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA ESTABLISHED IN 1984 IN CAMBRIA, SOMERSET, AND WESTMORELAND COUNTY. WE HAVE 7 LOCATIONS AND SELL 12 DIFFERENT MAKES BRAND NEW INCLUDING FORD, LINCOLN, NISSAN, TOYOTA, SCION, BMW, CHRYSLER, JEEP, HYUNDAI, DODGE, RAM TRUCK, EQUUS AND MANY MORE PRE-OWNED MAKES AND MODELS. THIS VEHICLE IS ALSO FOR SALE LOCALLY ON OUR LOT AND WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO END THE EBAY LISTING AT ANYTIME, MOST EBAY LISTINGS END BEFORE THE LISTING COMES TO AN END WITH A PHONE CALL! PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, THIS IS NOT A BIDDING AUCTION, THE ‘BUY IT NOW’ PRICE IS OUR LOWEST RESERVE AND CAN SELL AT ANY MOMENT SO PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE END! WE ALSO OFFER EXTENDED WARRANTIES, FINANCING, SHIPPING & DELIVERY AND OTHER FINANCIAL PRODUCTS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE A PRICE QUOTE ON ANY OF THE ABOVE, SIMPLY CALL MY DIRECT LINE @ 866-226-0570(LEAVE A VOICEMAIL IF YOU DO NOT REACH ME, I NORMALLY RETURN PHONE CALLS WITHIN 15 MINUTES IF I CAN NOT BE REACHED IMMEDIATELY). WE KNOW HOW SCARY IT CAN BE TO BUY A CAR ON-LINE, SO BUY WITH CONFIDENCE AND READ OUR PREVIOUS FEEDBACK FROM OUR EBAY CUSTOMERS; WE HAVE A 100% SATISFACTION RATING! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE ENTIRE EBAY PROCESS OR IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ASK ME ANY PARTICULAR QUESTIONS ABOUT THE VEHICLE AS I PERSONALLY WALK AROUND THE VEHICLE WHILE SPEAKING WITH YOU. I AM HERE TO MAKE THIS TRANSACTION AS EASY AS POSSIBLE FOR YOU. I SPECIALIZE IN EBAY SALES AND I HAVE PERSONALLY COMPLETED OVER 1,500 VEHICLE SALES ON-LINE. BELOW IS MY PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS, CELL PHONE NUMBER & FAX NUMBER, ONCE YOU CLICK THE ‘BUY IT NOW’ I WILL NEED A CURRENT INSURANCE ID CARD AS WELL AS A COPY OF YOUR DRIVER’S LICENSE TO COMPLETE PAPERWORK. THIS CAN BE SCANNED AND EMAILED, OR YOU CAN FAX A COPY TO MY ATTENTION. A $500 CREDIT CARD DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO SECURE THE VEHICLE AND ONCE DEPOSIT IS ACCEPTED THE VEHICLE WILL BE TAKEN OFF THE LOT AND RESERVED UNDER YOUR NAME.
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Already weighing more than most other types of vehicles and with the space to accommodate the extra equipment, crossovers and SUVs arguably make for one of the more ideal platforms to transform into a hybrid. And there have been a handful of them - like the Audi Q5, Infiniti QX60/Nissan Pathfinder, Porsche Cayenne/Volkswagen Touareg, Lexus RX450h/Toyota Highlander and Cadillac Escalade/Chevy Tahoe/GMC Yukon - but by and large the majority of hybrids on the market are sedans and hatchbacks. BMW, however, looks poised to join the minority with the X5. The Bavarian automaker showcased the X5 eDrive concept at Frankfurt last year, and as promised, has now revealed the followup it will present at the New York Auto Show in just a few days. The new Concept X5 eDrive, as BMW has now revealed, pairs a 2.0-liter turbo four good for 245 horsepower to a 95-hp electric motor to deliver a combined 340 horsepower. Its lithium-ion battery can power it for up to 20 miles and at speeds up to 75 miles per hour before the gasoline engine needs to kick in. All that without sacrificing the vehicle's utility, maintaining an almost perfectly flat loading floor with 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats, and without sacrificing much on performance, either: with a 0-62 time of seven seconds flat, the X5 eDrive concept is quicker off the line than the production X5 with the 2.5-liter turbodiesel and just a tenth off of the 3.0-liter turbodiesel. With the full technical details now released (you can delve into it all in the press release below), the only question remains when BMW will actually put the X5 eDrive into production. Given its appearance in New York, though, we gather that whenever it does reach showrooms, it'll reach American ones as well.
The BMW i3s is essentially a warmed-up version of the i3 electric car we all know and love. The performance boost isn't huge — just 14 horsepower and 15 pound-feet of torque — but it also gets a new suspension, wheels and tires as well as an improved traction control system. We found the car to benefit from all the updates when we drove it for our First Drive Review, but now BMW has offered up more details on just how the traction control system of the i3s helps make it better to drive. The company says it'll expand the technology to all future BMW and Mini models as well. The i3s's system is calibrated to help it to pull away quickly from a stop, making full use of the instantaneous torque offered by the electric motor. It also improves stability when accelerating out of corners, when using regenerative braking and, of course, when the road conditions are less than ideal. The results are palpable, and with the other improvements the i3s definitely feels stronger off the line, as we found on our drive. It's also about a half-second quicker to 60 miles per hour, at 6.8 seconds. The secret is in the response time of the stability control, which BMW claims is 50 times faster than the conventional system. This is made possible by moving the control process into the powertrain itself, rather than a remote unit. This reduces the signal path and, thus, the response time of the traction control system. BMW's Head of Chassis Development, Peter Langen, said of it, "With their high levels of torque and instantaneous responses to every movement of the accelerator, electric motors already make significantly higher demands on driving stability systems than conventional power units." While engineered to make the most of the electric motor, BMW says the shorter cycles of this traction control system show promise for internal combustion vehicles as well. As such, we'll begin to see the improved technology applied across the BMW and Mini lineups going forward. Related Video:
To say the 2014 Geneva Motor Show was packed full of news is an understatement as big as the show's home at the Palexpo convention center. Despite everything that we were able to cover during this year's show, there's still more coming out of Switzerland, including the announcement of the finalists for the 2014 World Car of the Year Awards. We reported on the original list of finalists over three weeks ago, and now, that initial list has been pared down to three finalists for each of the five awards. The finalists were announced at a press conference by frequent Autoblog contributor and co-chair of the awards, Matt Davis (above). The finalists for the overall title of 2014 World Car of the Year are the Audi A3, the BMW 4 Series and the Mazda3. The World Luxury Car of the Year will be either the Bentley Flying Spur, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class or the Land Rover Range Rover Sport, while the Performance Car of the Year will be awarded to the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, the Ferrari 458 Speciale or the Porsche 911 GT3 (which, um, yeah...).